How to break your fast
- Purity Carr
- Jul 7
- 2 min read
Ingredients
2 medium carrots, roughly chopped
2 celery sticks, roughly chopped
1 courgette, chopped
1 small leek or the white part of a spring onion (optional, if tolerated)
A handful of fresh parsley
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon sea salt or pink salt
1.5 litres filtered water
Method
Place all vegetables, herbs, and salt in a large saucepan with the water.
Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 30–40 minutes.
Strain the broth and keep the vegetables for later or another dish.
Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Storage
Store in glass jars in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Or freeze in small portions for later use.
Why This is Ideal for Breaking a Fast
Provides minerals and electrolytes
Contains gentle, easy-to-digest nutrients
Savoury flavour supports satiety hormones (GLP-1, PYY, CCK)
Low glycaemic impact
Warmth supports calm digestion and cortisol balance
Apple Cider Vinegar Drink
Ingredients
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (with the “mother”) or to taste. You may start with the bottle lid full and build up if you wish.
250 ml (1 cup) filtered water
Method
Mix the apple cider vinegar into the filtered water.
Stir well and sip slowly.
When to Use
Drink 30 minutes before breaking your fast.
Benefits
Supports digestion
Helps moderate blood sugar and insulin response
Gently stimulates satiety hormones (GLP-1, PYY, CCK)
MCT Oil Drink
Ingredients
1 teaspoon MCT oil
250 ml (1 cup) filtered water
Method
Stir the MCT oil into the filtered water, or take the MCT oil on a spoon and follow with water.
Drink 30 minutes before breaking your fast.
Benefits
Provides quick, clean energy from ketones
Helps extend satiety
Supports a smooth transition into your first meal
Notes
If new to MCT oil, start with ½ teaspoon to test tolerance.
Always dilute apple cider vinegar to protect tooth enamel and stomach lining.
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