How to Prepare for a Hunger Strike
It is the responsibility of every man and woman to raise their voice against injustice, discrimination, racism, corruption and other ills that are prevalent in the society. By protesting against evil, one can pressurise the concerned authorities to reconsider their existing stance and do the right thing.
There are a lot of ways in which the participants of a protest can get the attention of the concerned authorities, but one of the most effective ways to put pressure on the latter and get heard is through a hunger strike.
Despite being commonly practiced by protest participants around the globe, hunger strikes pose a huge risk to one’s health. Therefore, there are certain precautions that must be taken before adopting this approach to get your demands fulfilled.
Things Required:
– Fruits and vegetables
– Milk
– Water
Instructions
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You must set aside at least a month to prepare yourself for the hunger strike. If you significantly reduce your food intake or stop eating completely all of a sudden, then you will find the hunger unbearable. Your body will crave food and become really weak, making it nearly impossible for you to do any physical activity. Your stomach will start hurting as well. Your sugar level may drop too far, causing you to become unconscious. Therefore, it is imperative that you prepare your body and your mind for the tribulation that you will be putting it through.
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In the first week of the month that you have set aside for preparation, cut down your intake of junk and processed food. Your body may continue to crave it for a while, but it will not cause you any harm. Junk and processed food is not considered healthy and does not make any significant contribution to your energy level.
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In the second week of preparation, remove red meats, fruit juices, and sodas from your diet. Instead, start drinking more water and milk, with the latter obviously subjected to the condition that you are not lactose intolerant. Increasing your water intake will make you feel full and consequently less hungry for solid food.
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Two weeks before you start your hunger strike, cut the milk from your diet and simply rely on fresh fruits and vegetables for your dietary needs. Drink plenty of water.
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In the final week, gradually decrease the amount of fruits and vegetables that you consume each day and replace it with water instead. You will find your appetite going down significantly as you approach the day when you plan on starting your hunger strike.
