Fasting-Safe Drinks for the Post-Holiday Reset

Feeling lethargic after the holiday meals? You are not alone. Between indulgent meals, sugar-laden treats, disrupted sleep, and celebratory drinks, it’s normal to be bloated, fatigued, and off your routine when the holidays are over.

If you’re going the route of intermittent fasting, doing a light detox reset, or just trying to hydrate smarter, your drink picks matter more than you realize. Certain drinks can enhance hydration, digestion, and immunity—while others can quietly disrupt your fast.

In this guide, we’ll explain what drinks are actually fasting-safe, which ones you should avoid, and how functional drinks like Graasi® wellness water can help you refresh, nourish, and reset your body in a fasting-compatible style.

Why Focus on Drinks for a Post-Holiday Fast?

What is going on with your body when you have post-holiday bloat and fatigue?

After weeks of overindulging, your body is likely feeling:

• Energy crashes following sugar overload

• Slowed digestion due to fatty foods

• Dehydration, especially if any alcohol was involved

• Inflammation and immune system strain due to stress and lack of sleep

Unfortunately, all of these things tend to make fasting feel more difficult than it needs to be, unless you approach hydration with intention. 

How does proper hydration impact detox and fasting?

Water contributes to the controlled functioning of your kidneys and liver, helps regulate signals of hunger and thirst, and keeps you from feeling tired when you're on a diet. Functional hydration extends this by combining fluids with non-caloric or low-calorie nutrients that aid in recovery.

Graasi is a hydration and immunity drink with 100% daily value of vitamin C, vitamin D, and zinc proven to support immune resilience & cellular repair. 

Learn more about Graasi’s nutrient profile here → 

What are the risks of consuming the wrong drinks while on a fast?

Choosing drinks that spike insulin or irritate the gut can break your fast unintentionally and increase cravings.

A Guide to Safe Drinks for Intermittent Fasting and Clean Fasting

What makes a drink a “fasting-safe” drink?

A drink that’s fasting-safe usually:

• Has no or few calories

• Does not spike insulin

• Is hydrating without causing digestive discomfort

Studies on intermittent fasting and beverage consumption point to a key factor in successful fasting—the quality of hydration.

There is also an important difference:

• Free fast: zero calories (water, black coffee, plain tea)

• Modified fast: Some calories allowed if they are functional

Can I Just Fast and Drink Water?

Plain water is foundational—but many people find themselves fatigued, craving food, or experiencing headaches while fasting. That’s where enhanced wellness waters come in.

Unlike highly sweetened flavored waters, Graasi incorporates organic barley grass juice powder and some immune-boosting micronutrients and remains low in calories.

Take your reset routine to the next level with barley-enriched hydration.

Can I drink herbal tea, black coffee, or lemon water while fasting?

Sure—with caveats:

• Black coffee: zero calories, and it’s appetite-suppressing

• Herbal tea: soothing and caffeine-free

• Lemon water: In small doses, it is ok

• Flavored drinks: Not fasting-safe

Functional drinks that are low in calories may also be aligned with modified fasting goals.

Will Graasi Add to a Hydrating Fast? 

What allows Graasi to be part of a clean or modified fast?

 Graasi is created using:

• Organic barley grass juice powder (superfood nutrients)

• Vitamins C and D and zinc (non-caloric immune support)

• ~35 cal per 16 oz bottle, sweetened moderately with organic cane sugar and monk fruit

It is also vegan, gluten-free, non-GMO, and diabetic-friendly. 

Fasting up to 35 calories?

This is one of the most trending FAQs.

Small amounts of calories may technically break a clean fast, but according to several experts, you can still get metabolic and behavioral benefits from modified fasts, Healthline reports.

For a number of us, Graasi operates as a tactical exception—nourishing hydration, immunity, and gut ease sans sugar meltdowns.

What benefits do you get from drinking Graasi on a reset?

• Clean hydration

• Antioxidant support

• Gut and liver support

• Gentle electrolyte refresh

Check out all 3 fast-friendly flavors—shop variety packs →

What Are Some Other Smart Drink Swaps for Quick, Safe Recovery?

What drinks should you stay away from when you’re fasting?

Stay away from:

• Fruit juices

• Sodas (regular and diet)

• Alcohol

• Sweetened protein drinks

They all raise insulin, upset gut balance, or provide empty calories.

Which are the best low-calorie drugs that help speed recovery?

Is there a right time to drink Graasi, or functional drinks in general?"

• Morning: gentle hydration after waking

• Midday: avoid energy drops

• Pre-breakfast: curb cravings and overeating

How Do Graasi’s Ingredients Work To Naturally Cleanse and Support Gut Health?

What Is Barley Grass Juice Powder, and Why Is It Considered a Superfood?

Barley grass is grown young, so it contains chlorophyll, antioxidants, amino acids, and enzymes. NIH-indexed studies also suggest that it may play a role in antioxidant activity and metabolism.

Graasi incorporates barley grass juice powder, which is far more potent and bioavailable than raw grass powders.

How do immune-strengthening vitamins support fasting recovery?

Vitamins C and D and zinc act synergistically to:

• Enhance immune defenses.

• Minimize oxidative stress

• Support the function of your cells 

Studies have associated these nutrients with immune resilience, particularly under physical stress.

Are Graasi products good for diabetics or gluten-intolerant fasts?

Yes. Graasi is—

• Low-glycemic

• Diabetic-friendly

• Gluten-free

• Without any artificial dyes or fillers.

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How to Plan a Post-Holiday Fast With Functional Beverages

How long do you fast after holiday indulgences?

Most experts recommend:

• 16:8 intermittent fasting, or

• One 24-hour fast along with hydration

You don’t need to go all out—more important is being consistent.

What’s a fasting hydration routine that includes Graasi?

• 8:00 AM: Green tea or lemon water

• 12:00 PM: Graasi Citrus Mint

• 3:00 PM: Herbal tea

• 6:00 PM: Graasi Lemongrass Ginger before you eat

How can Graasi support Dry January or seasonal resets? 

• Non-alcoholic hydration

• No sugar crash

• Promotes better sleep and recovery

Where Can You Buy Graasi for Your Fasting or Wellness Routine?

What Graasi packs or subscription options are available?

• 3, 6, or 12 bottle packs

• Variety packs containing all three flavors

• Subscribe & save options (for more on this, see Save & Subscribe below.)

What’s the one thing that makes Graasi different from other wellness waters? 

Hint: 

• Plain water has no nutrients

• Vitamin water has too much sugar

• Sports drinks are not fasting-friendly

Graasi combines hydration, immune support, and clean energy—no trade off necessary.

Where can I find out more or purchase now?

Shop Graasi: Fasting-Forward Hydration Made Easy →

Reset Smarter, Not Harder

Fast forward to that post-holiday reset, and there’s no need to go to extremes. With intentional hydration and functional beverages like Graasi, fasting can feel supportive, sustainable, and possibly even fun.

Hydrate with INTENT. Hydrate with gratitude. 🌱🧃 

FAQs

1. How do you reset your body after the holidays?

A post-holiday reset focuses on hydration, lighter meals, reduced sugar and alcohol, and supportive habits like fasting-safe drinks, gentle movement, and better sleep.

2. What drinks are safe during fasting?

Fasting-safe drinks typically include:

• Water (still or sparkling)

• Black coffee (no sugar or milk)

• Unsweetened herbal teas

• Green tea

• Electrolytes without sugar or calories

3. How do you get rid of toxins after the holiday season?

Your liver and kidneys naturally detox the body. Staying hydrated, reducing alcohol, eating whole foods, and supporting digestion helps these systems work efficiently.

4. Do detox drinks work after Christmas?

Detox drinks don’t remove toxins directly, but fasting-safe beverages can reduce bloating, improve hydration, and support the body’s natural detox processes.

5. Can electrolyte drinks break a fast?

Electrolyte drinks without sugar, sweeteners, or calories generally won’t break a fast and can help prevent fatigue and headaches.

6. What is the best drink after an all-inclusive holiday?

Water with electrolytes, ginger or peppermint tea, and mineral water are ideal to rehydrate and support digestion after excess food and alcohol.