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Sonam Wangchuk ends hunger strike: After 26 days of hunger strike, social activist Sonam Wangchuk has ended her fast. The government has assured Sonam Wangchuk that no legal action will be taken against the peaceful protesters. Also, there will be a discussion in the Parliament on stopping paper leaks and improving the examination system. After this, a big question has come up that how should one start eating after being hungry for such a long time. Many people feel that it is better to eat a full meal as soon as the fast ends, but medical experts do not believe so. In such a situation, let us know after how many days after breaking the fast of 26 days, you can take a normal diet and what things should be avoided.
Can I eat normal food as soon as the fast ends?
According to medical experts, it is not considered safe to start eating normal or full food immediately after a prolonged fast or hunger strike. Due to not getting food for a long time, the metabolism of the body changes. In such a situation, if normal or excess food is suddenly eaten, it can have a bad effect on the body. Therefore, after a long fast or hunger strike, it is advisable to start eating slowly and lightly, so that the body can safely return to normal. Only when the body starts digesting that food easily, one should gradually move towards a normal diet.
After how many days can a normal diet be taken after breaking the 26-day fast?
If the fast has lasted for several days or weeks, then starting a normal diet should not be done in a hurry. First the body is given liquids and light food. After this, food can be eaten in small quantities several times a day. When the body starts digesting this food well, then gradually pulses, curd, cheese, boiled egg or other protein food products can be included. Only after this it is advised to move towards normal diet. If the fast has been very long, then this procedure should be done only under the supervision of a doctor. Eating too much or heavy food suddenly can lead to serious problems like refeeding syndrome.
What should be eaten first after fasting?
After the fast is over, the first thing to start with is hydrating the body. For this, plain water, ORS or electrolytes can be given as per the doctor’s advice. After this, light and easily digestible food like porridge, thin khichdi, vegetable soup, curd, coconut water or ripe papaya can be taken. In the beginning it is considered better to eat in small quantities and several times.
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What things should be avoided?
Immediately after a long fast, one should avoid eating fried, spicy, excessively sweet and heavy food. Eating a full meal at one go is not considered right. Food products with high fat, extra sugar and spices can put extra pressure on the digestive system. Therefore, it is important to keep an eye on the quantity and quantity of food.
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