02/06/2026
I owe you all an apology... 😅
I'm now 48 hours into my watermelon fast and honestly... I was starving.
So I sat down at the dinner table with my family, armed with nothing but a bowl of watermelon and a spoon. 🍉😂 For a moment, it actually felt like I was eating a proper meal with everyone else.
But in reality, I'm still on the fast.
The first couple of days can be the hardest. As the body adapts, cravings can become intense, energy can fluctuate, and your mind will try to convince you that eating absolutely everything in sight is a fantastic idea.
By the 48-hour mark, some interesting things are happening behind the scenes. Insulin levels have dropped, the body is becoming more efficient at using stored energy, digestion is getting a much-needed rest, inflammation may begin to reduce, and autophagy—the body's cellular housekeeping process—continues to increase.
Watermelon makes a fantastic fasting food because it's over 90% water, naturally hydrating, easy to digest, and rich in compounds such as lycopene and citrulline that support overall health and circulation.
So no, I haven't quit... although I'd be lying if I said I hadn't spent a few moments daydreaming about a plate of crispy oyster mushrooms, quinoa, and roasted veg. 😂
If you'd like some guidance, my Juicy July: Watermelon Edition e-book is currently 60% off on my website. It covers preparation, fasting tips, how to safely reintegrate food afterwards, plus smoothie and healthy snack recipes to help continue supporting the body's natural detoxification processes once the fast is over.
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Who's joining me this summer? Drop your updates below, tag me in your posts, and use so I can follow your journey and share your progress. Your journey could be the motivation someone else needs to start theirs. ❤️🍉