Fasting 7 days in Portugal (August 2020)

Why I only drank filtered water, spirulina and fresh figs off the trees....

Being in the sunshine, on holiday, is one of the most energising experiences. I just love the feeling of having all 24 hours in the day, to do anything I please.

Sure, most of the time involves travelling, either by foot or transport. Nevertheless, relaxing on a mountain top watching the sea waves crashing, is one of the best present moment feelings.

Due to my lifestyle changes and what I eat, it's challenging to eat anywhere. so when I travel, I choose to fast. Mostly due to the benefits and to stay in my higher self (knowing I can do anything I put my mind too).

Fasting activates autophagy (cellular house-cleaning system), this is a process that breaks down sub-par cells, the banged up ones that aren't functioning very well, then salvages the remaining good bits, recycling the components to help build fresh, new, healthy cells. Autophagy begins to activate after 12 hours of fasting.

Fasting for 3 days, is the ultimate and most superior way for autophagy results.

Benefits of fasting:

• Purging of cancerous or precancerous cells

• A rapid shift into nutritional ketosis

• Decrease in fat tissue

• Increased gene expression for longevity and health span

• Autophagy and apoptotic cellular clearing/repaid

• Improved insulin sensitivity

• Decrease in oxidative stress and inflammation

• Enhanced cognitive effects and neuroprotection

• Doesn't need to digest food - increase of energy levels

I had my fluoride filter water bottle with me, so I could drink anywhere.

I also enjoyed snacking on the fig trees, as I love foraging and didn't want to miss an opportunity to try fresh figs. I knew the figs were edible, as the ants were eating the ones at the bottom.

I had spirulina (organic - sun grown pressed tablets) on the side, to ensure I had a boost of energy on my travels.

Benefits of spirulina:

• Aids depression symptoms

• Reduces pain sensitivity

• Purifies your blood

• Source of all essential amino acids

• Reduces stress naturally

• Boosts immune systems

• Increases metabolism

• Great for cell regeneration

• Builds muscle mass

• Reduces anxiety

• Lowers bad cholesterol

• Purifies the liver

• High in chlorophyll

• Increases energy

• Prevents heart disease

• Great source of protein

• Improves digestion

• Rich in iron

• 60-70% protein

• Detoxes mercury

• Anti-bacterial

• Anti-fungus

Towards the end of the week, I knew I would going home back to eating food again.

So I slowly built up eating just organic fruit.

I felt incredible and understood the importance of how little food my body actually needs.

I look forward to my next adventure in the sun.

Disclaimer

*The information provided is my own personal experience, I would not advise anyone to fast. Do so at your own risk.*