Is water fasting truly the "ultimate reset" for the human body? In this episode, we deep dive into the powerful world of fasting—from light juice cleanses to the intense, transformative practice of Water Fasting.

Learn about the science of Autophagy, where your body enters a deep cellular "recycling" mode to repair and rejuvenate itself. We cover the essential steps you must take to ensure a safe and effective fast, including:

• Preparation: How to transition your diet before you start.

• Hydration & Balance: The importance of flushing your system.

• Detox Secrets: Why enemas and bowel cleanses are critical to avoiding "healing crises" like headaches and nausea.

• Breaking the Fast: The #1 mistake people make (the Yo-Yo effect) and how to avoid it.

Whether you are a seasoned faster or just curious about holistic healing, this episode provides the technical and practical knowledge you need to transform your health.

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Are you thinking about a juice cleanse but not sure if it's actually safe?

In this episode, Burkhard breaks down the complete yogic and Ayurvedic perspective on juice fasting — what it really is, how it works, and the critical blood sugar warning that most cleanse guides completely ignore.

What you'll discover in this episode:

• Juice fasting vs smoothie fasting — and why the distinction matters more than you think
• How removing fiber affects your digestive system and insulin response
• Why fruit sugar in juice hits your bloodstream directly — and how to manage it safely
• Practical tips for choosing low-sugar ingredients for an effective cleanse
• The best season to juice fast and when to avoid it
• How juice fasting fits into the broader yogic detox and spring cleanse framework

This episode is part of our Yogic Fasting series — a deep exploration of intermittent fasting, juice fasting, and water fasting through the lens of yoga and Ayurveda.

Recorded in Bali by Burkhard — Spirit of Akasha Yoga.

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Monks have been skipping dinner for 2,500 years — and waking up with razor-sharp minds. 🧘

In this video, Burkhard walks you through the complete beginner's guide to yogic fasting — combining ancient wisdom from yoga and Ayurveda with the modern science behind intermittent fasting.

What you'll learn:

✔️ What yogic fasting actually is (and how it differs from modern diets)

✔️ The Buddhist and yogic roots of intermittent fasting

✔️ How to structure your fasting week practically

✔️ Why skipping dinner works differently than skipping breakfast

✔️ The Ayurvedic principles behind fasting for your body type

Whether you're new to fasting or curious about the spiritual dimension of cleansing, this is the place to start.

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