Re: Leg cramps and feeling nauseous ALL the time

Braindamage, thank you very much for that link. I've read through it and will continue reading it throughout the day.

Freespirit, yes this is my very first water fast. I have fasted through The Master Cleanse a few times before the most being 18 days. How long was your longest water fast? Yes I do experience the physical weakness and it SUCKS. I wish I can exercise or do something at least but I know I can't because I don't want to over do it. Even while doing light housework I get this rapid heartbeat and heavy feeling in my chest. I am going to go out later and purchase some Ketostix. Thankfully, the muscle cramps have subsided .. for now that is lol

A few more questions if I may:
How much water am I supposed to be drinking. I wanted to follow the whole divide my weight by two and that number I come up with should be the number of ounces of water I should be drinking daily. Though I have read online on some forums people advising that you shouldn't really be drinking THAT much water and just a few sips a day. I am leaning more towards drinking the ounces ideal for my body weight.

Also, I have read that some people drink some carbonated water to calm down the hunger pangs and the growls. Now THAT I have A LOT of. Is that allowed or do I just stick to just plain water throughout the entire fast?

Another question I have, and I'm sorry to ask this, but how often am I supposed to BM? During the transition from The Master Cleanse to the water fast, I was doing okay. For the past 2 days I have not. I personally have not and will never try an anema. Will I be able to go on my own?
Thank you SO very much for taking the time and helping me. God bless.