Mind clarity will begin after two days of the juice fast when some neurogenesis will begin.

However, it is possible that after 48 hrs on water only (days 4-5 of the reset), you may experience some foggy brain symptoms again, as this is when the complete shift into ketosis will naturally occur.

The whole experience of mental clarity comes powerfully on day seven when refeeding begins and the detox symptoms subside.

No. Drinking coffee or not during a fast is a commonly asked question as coffee has no calories and as a stimulant can even support the process of ketosis and weight loss.

However, we are fasting here for transformation and health, longevity and spiritual advancement. Fasting for transformation is not a weight loss or brain stimuli program. Although these things do occur during the program, we are looking at a much deeper and bigger picture.

Coffee is not permitted at all during the 6-day reset. I recommend you stop having coffee at least one week before starting the program to minimize some severe withdrawal symptoms that coffee quitting can entail.

Self-empowerment and inner-authority mean no longer being a slave to any addictive or habitual patterns, so coffee is best avoided at all times.

Even though some people recommend coffee for brain stimulation and clarity, it has been shown that in the long term, coffee does not support the natural healing process of neurogenesis.

It is best to prepare for the 6-day rest by using the guidelines in the preparation module for this course.

Some key points to remember are:

1. Set your start date and make sure it is a time that you will not be working or active during the water-only phase.

2. Ask for support within your household when it comes to food and meal preparation so you can take a break from this, as well as any other activity or household chore that may require your energy.

3. Stop drinking any caffeinated substance or intoxicating substances at least seven days before starting.

4. Use the worksheets provided to write down your why and your intention(s) - make this available for your reference during the program.

5. Get a journal designated to your fasting experience. Journalling will allow you to record your insights and valuable experiences as you receive them.

6. Do your shopping in advance. Make sure that your spring water and fresh vegetables and fruits needed for juicing are available to you. We don't want the added stress of going out shopping or running out of these necessities.

Questions regarding medication or pharmaceutical practices are best to ask your doctor or health professional who has prescribed these medications to you as they are the ones who will know and hopefully understand the details and any of their possible side effects.

Medications can work very differently in the body when the body is fasting, and no two drugs will be the same, so it is best to get the correct information about your specific medication requirements.

It is best to break your fast with solid foods high in water content and easy to digest.

That will be fresh, whole juicy seasonal fruits.
These include mango, watermelon, grapes, apple, berries, and so on.

Seasonal fresh fruits will be most gentle on your digestive system as it begins to re-ignite itself and set the digestive fire back into motion.

It is essential to keep your water intake up during fasting time.

In the initial three days of juicing, you will be getting a lot of hydration from the water content in the juice, so keep the water going in between juices as you feel it is needed. Aim for 5-6 glasses of water.

During water only, it is recommended to be drinking 1 liter per 20kg of your body weight.

Your kidneys will undergo that powerful sodium flush I talked about, and the steady water intake will help support this process.

Staying hydrated is also required as the body also loses water naturally during the fasting cycle. I know it seems counterintuitive, but the fasting doctors have recorded this, so again, keep up the required and consistent water intake.

When it comes to pooping or not pooping during a fast, there is no normal.

It seems logical to think that if you are not eating, you are not pooping. But it can happen during a fast that backed up waste stored in the colon will release. Pooping during the water only part of the 6-day reset is a great sign. Your body is cleansing well. It is like a free colonic irrigation treatment.

In the initial days of the reset, pooping will be expected as the body is still cleaning out the digestive tract and consuming some food, even in the form of juice.

During water only, as I mentioned above, a poop can happen here and there. It will be 'old' poop and generally, for this reason, very solid and hard in texture. If you do not poop, there is no reason for any concern. Your body is still cleansing itself just via the alternate pathways.

On the other hand, detox can cause a flush, a powerful flush of toxicity from the body, which can also escape via the bum as a runny pooh.

If you are healthy without any chronic medical condition, you can fast on water-only quite safely for 3 to 7 days.

Some will say much longer than that, so I am pretty reserved here. I have personally done several 8, 9, and 10-day water-only fasts unsupervised by myself. I have seen my husband do several 14 and 21-day fasts also at home unsupervised.

To be truly safe, and without knowing your circumstances, I will say 3-7 days is fine.

If you are fasting for medical reasons, most often, a longer fast is required. Perhaps 21 or 30 days. In this instance, it is best to do this under supervision to monitor your vital organs and implement changes if needed.

You will regain an initial portion of the 'weight' you have lost once you start re-feeding again. The weight will be approximately 2kg, including some water loss and the glycogen reserves that will begin to restore themselves. The fat stores do not necessarily come back unless you do not maintain a healthy diet afterward.

Fat loss can even continue if you maintain a whole food plant-based diet after your fast. That is a diet without any processed food, salt, or animal products.

It is best to break your fast when you are feeling ready, relaxed, and grateful.

Make it a sacred moment of nourishing your body and thanking your body for the work it has done.

Also, be grateful to yourself for this is quite an austere practice, and you have made a tremendous accomplishment!

For the time of day, as long as you feel into all of the above, perhaps the morning of day seven, break-fast day at around 8 to 10 am, will be perfect.

Just remember to take it slowly and mindfully.

Symptoms during a fast will vary with each individual.
Symptoms occur as the body rids itself of unwanted toxins and has a significant cleanout.

Some might include;

- Mental fog
- Fatigue and lethargy
- Exalted feelings of lightness and wellbeing
- Hunger
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Restlessness during sleep time
- Increased mental alertness, creativity and clarity
- Lower back pain
- White coating on your tongue
- Metallic taste in your mouth
- Bad breath
- Deeper meditation
- Insights and creative ideas
- Spontaneous moments of direct knowing and clear intuition
- Lightheadedness and dizziness

There are two kinds of fasting recommended to maintain a healthy fasting lifestyle. These include intermittent fasting and periodic fasting.

Intermittent fasting can be done daily by eating only two meals a day and allowing the body an excellent break of 16 or more hours from the last meal until the first meal the following day. It helps to include your sleep-wake cycle within the fasting time.

Periodic fasting is done by doing the 6-day reset or a more extended fast two or three times per year.

Of course, what you put into your body in between fasts is of great importance. Here I recommend a whole food plant-based diet, free from salt and refined foods as best as possible.

During the 6-day reset program, you can drink calorie-free herbal teas for the first three days during the juice fast period.

Once we move onto water only, however, it is precisely that, water-only, so nothing else, no herbs or anything at all added to the fresh spring water.

The tastes and flavors included in the herbs create a stimulating response to the body's senses, and to fully benefit from the program, it is vital to avoid these sensations. It is part of moving deeply into the spiritual practice of fasting.

During your daily or weekly intermittent fasting regime, it is ok to have some herbal tea from time to time. As an ongoing intermittent fasting practice and lifestyle, you will continue to receive the full benefits.

When commencing the refeeding period, you must maintain mindfulness, clarity, and sensitivity to your body's needs for at least three days after the reset program.

Refeeding is a crucial time when you will recognize the old habits wanting to creep back in, and with mindfulness, you can begin to choose what you want to return to and what you want to quit for good.

That is, stay more conscious of your health and wellbeing choices.

The first two days of mindful refeeding are also crucial as your digestive system is now super clean and rested, so it needs to reboot with careful attention and in a supportive way.

The time required for refeeding should be half that of the time duration of the actual fast. So for a six-day fast, three days is a healthy and safe refeeding period.

Blood sugars can drop during a fast, which can then cause some lightheadedness and dizziness to occur.

When this happens, it is best to move slowly. Just allow the feelings to flow and pass as they do and will.

Especially when standing up from a sitting or laying down position - stand up nice and slow, so the movement of blood in the body is gentle and not rushed.

Like with anything new and unknown, if you are new to fasting or have never done a deep cleanse like this before, some fears or anxiety can arise.

Conscious breathing and meditative practice can be beneficial and valuable to help release any negative ideas or thoughts that might be causing feelings of anxiety.

Allow yourself to relax and know that you are safe and that fasting in this way is a natural way of life.

The more prepared you are with the knowledge and useful research, such as doing this course, the more confident you will feel about your body's ability to fast safely.

Meditation is a very powerful practice in the process of transformation.

During the 6-day reset, it is essential to sit in a meditative, contemplative, mind cleansing space each morning before starting your day and each evening as you end your day.

From there, perhaps meditate as often as you can. It will only help bring positive results and benefits to the transformation process.

This human body comprises around 72-73% water, which is each cell's water composition, and the body is trillions of cells.

The water is specifically structured. It is alive full of minerals and living entities.

It is essential to feed these cells or hydrate them with the same qualities of their natural water. That is 'alive' water such as pure spring water that comes naturally from the earth, just as this body is made up naturally of the earth elements.

Other kinds of water, such as filtered water, have previously been treated with chemicals and then had these chemicals removed. It is no longer structured, and even the best water filters cannot remove all of the chemicals in the water.

Distilled water is better than filtered water as it has worked to mimic the intelligence of nature. However, the water is from a tap.

In both filtered and distilled water, the processing will have destroyed any living minerals, and therefore it is no longer natural in its structure.

Pure, untreated natural spring water is best.

Fat loss and weight loss can vary from person to person, but generally, in particular, during the water-only phase, you will lose approximately 0.5 kg per day.

That is 3-4 kg for the duration of the 6-day reset program.

Keep in mind though, the difference between fat and weight loss. Part of these kilograms will also include a portion of water loss and the consumption of stored glycogen, which is why an amount of the weight will come back on once the fast is finished. This small amount of weight regained is necessary.

For longevity and ongoing health, we want the fat loss, in particular the visceral fat loss, to stay off, which is the final few kg that is gone.

You can honor your fasting time by thinking of things to do that will help you feel the effects of transformation and cleansing. These might include:

• Meditate
• Practice some breathwork exercise
• Practice some gentle yoga stretches
• Clean out some old storage and clutter from your home
• Sit outside on the ground, be with nature
• Read and research about fasting and healthy living
• Read and research about spiritual practice and mindfulness
• Write in your journal, express yourself here, even if it is expressing your boredom. Writing down your feelings (if you are bored) will allow that mental energy and desire for an externally stimulating activity to pass
• Speak to people who understand and respect what you are doing to share some inspiration and support
• Write and or think about all of the beautiful and positive changes you will implement into your lifestyle due to this transformative fasting experience.