# Advice on long-term fasting Fasting for more than 48 hours is a relatively extreme method of fasting. Please pay attention to the following points before trying it.： ## Preparation before the start -**Consult a medical professional**: You should consult a doctor before fasting for a long time, especially if you have any health problems. -**Gradual adaptation**: It is recommended to try a short-term fasting period of 16-24 hours first to adapt the body -**Choose the appropriate time**: Choose a period with less work pressure and no important social activities -**Dietary transition**: Reduce food intake 1-2 days before fasting, and focus on a low-carb, high-healthy-fat diet ## During fasting -**Maintain adequate water intake**: Drink enough water every day -**Consider ingesting electrolytes**: A small amount of salt, sugar-free electrolyte supplements -**Reduce physical activity**: Avoid strenuous exercise -**Pay attention to body signals**: Stop fasting immediately if you are seriously unwell ## End fasting -**Slowly resume eating**: First eat a small amount of liquid food, such as vegetable soup and fruit juice -**Gradually increase the amount and complexity of food**: Avoid eating in large quantities immediately Keep in mind that although studies have shown that fasting may bring some health benefits, prolonged fasting is not suitable for everyone and there are potential risks.