Health Expert Advises Gradual and Balanced Approach to Breaking 25-Hour Fast
During a recent segment on Channel 14's 'Israel Morning' with Oded Menashe, public health expert Liron Levi shared essential tips on how to properly break a 25-hour fast. Levi emphasized that after prolonged fasting, the body is under stress and requires a gradual, thoughtful recovery rather than immediately consuming heavy foods.
Levi highlighted the importance of first rehydrating the body, recommending drinking water with a pinch of salt, especially for those experiencing headaches or low blood pressure. She advised avoiding coffee on an empty stomach due to its acidity and suggested herbal teas instead. The initial meal should be light, starting with hydrating fruits like watermelon or grapes paired with nuts to prevent sharp blood sugar spikes.
Following this, when hunger intensifies, Levi recommended a light meal such as vegetable soup with chicken or a balanced dinner including eggs, avocado, vegetables, olives, and whole grain bread. She warned against consuming sugary foods immediately after fasting, explaining that this causes insulin spikes followed by energy crashes, leading to fatigue and repeated hunger cycles.
Levi also discussed the health benefits of fasting, noting it helps the body use fat tissue for energy, aiding weight loss and reducing measurements. She supports intermittent fasting (16/8) and monthly 24-hour water fasts for healthy individuals, especially those aiming to lower insulin levels or manage conditions like prediabetes, diabetes, or fatty liver disease.
Levi concluded by encouraging people to use fasting as a tool for improving health markers while maintaining balanced nutrition when breaking the fast.
