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The 5 Best Foods To Eat Before a Fast

Jamie Geller Test Kitchens • Sep 11, 2015 (Updated: Aug 20, 2019)
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Chia Seeds provide healthy fat and full feeling for an extended period of time.  Try this Hazelnut Chocolate Chia Pudding.

Yom Kippur is almost here and there are a few foods that are best to eat the day before, check out this slideshow and make sure you stock up. 

Filling Healthy Foods That Will Make Your Fast Easier

chicken piccata

Chicken is a wonderful lean protein that will give you energy throughout the fast. This Chicken Piccata can be made ahead and reheats well. 

Mango and Watermelon Salad

Fruit, like watermelon have vitamins and also give you an extra does of water to help you fully hydrate, try this Mango and Watermelon Salad.

hazelnut-chocolate-chia-pudding

Chia Seeds provide healthy fat and full feeling for an extended period of time.  Try this Hazelnut Chocolate Chia Pudding.

pasta-nicoise-300

Pasta Nicoise combines a good source of complex carbohydrates with a good source of protein, both essential before a fast.  

kale farro avocado salad

Whole grains are recommended for carbohydrates that offer more nutrients and increase satiety.   Farro is a really good quality whole grain and mixed with Avocado and Kale is the trifecta of a healthy pre fast recipe. 

Aside from drinking lots of fluids it is key to eat foods with lots of nutrients that will keep your body energized longer. Check out our top 4 recipe recommendations for foods to eat the day before a fast.

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