The Transformative Power of Full Moon Fasting: Unlock Autophagy and Renew Your Vitality
Full Moon Fast — Red Dragon Guide
Full Moon Fasting: Autophagy, Hydration & Clean Re-Entry (With Smart Stacks)
Tap the lunar cycle for a focused fast: cellular renewal via autophagy, ritual mindset, and a science-minded plan to break the fast cleanly — without wrecking digestion.
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Key Takeaways
- Autophagy (cellular clean-up) generally ramps after ~16–20h fasted; many aim for 24–48h to deepen the effect.
- Hydration + electrolytes (water + pinch of Celtic salt) help you feel steady; skip coffee to avoid diuretic drag.
- Break the fast gently: broth → amino/electrolyte support → light whole foods.
- Rebuild intelligently post-fast with creatine, glutamine, and EAAs to protect muscle and restore performance.
Why Full Moon? The Ritual Layer
The full moon has long been a checkpoint for reflection and reset. Pairing it with a fast gives you a clear start/finish window, adds intention, and helps you commit. You get the science of autophagy plus a ritual framework that many people find easier to follow than open-ended fasting.
The Elixir of Autophagy
Autophagy is cellular housekeeping — your body breaks down damaged proteins and organelles to be reused. Practically, people fast for clearer thinking, a sense of “system reset,” and a potential longevity nudge. It’s not a magic switch, but time-restricted intake + hydration is a dependable nudge toward that process.
How Long to Fast?
16–20 hours
Common threshold where autophagy ramps.
24 hours
Clean single-day reset; very doable monthly.
36–48 hours
Deeper effect for experienced fasters. Hydrate well.
Timing It With the Moon
Start your fast ~12 hours before the full moon peaks; finish after your chosen window. Use a moon phase app (e.g., Moon Plus) for the exact peak time so your schedule is locked.
Full Moon Fast — Step by Step
1) Prepare
- Check with your healthcare professional if you have medical conditions or take medicines.
- Set an intention: clarity, reset, training focus, or digestion break.
2) Initiate
- Begin ~12 hours before the full moon peak.
- Hydrate: purified water + a pinch of Celtic salt.
3) The Fast
- Aim for 24–48 hours. Listen to your body; back off if unwell.
- Skip coffee to avoid diuretic effects during this specific fast.
4) Break Gently
- Bone broth or diluted fruit (or coconut) water → then amino + electrolytes → then light proteins/veggies.
What Can You Consume While Fasting?
- Water + Celtic salt for minerals and steadier energy.
- No coffee for this protocol (reduce diuretic load).
- No calories during the window if you want to maximise the fasted signal.
Break the Fast — Smooth Re-Entry
- Phase 1 (0–30 min): 250–400 ml warm bone broth or diluted coconut water.
- Phase 2 (30–60 min): Amino + electrolytes (see product grid below) to support muscle and hydration.
- Phase 3 (60–120 min): Light whole foods — eggs, soft fruits, white fish or slow-cooked meats, steamed veg, olive oil.
Go slow. Small portions. Chew well. Let your digestion wake up.
Smart Add-Ons Post-Fast (Performance & Recovery)
Creatine Monohydrate
Rebuild strength fast post-fast. Creatine saturates muscle phosphocreatine for better power and training output.
Glutamine
Gentle gut support + nitrogen balance after a fasting window. Many use it during the first solid meals.
Dragon Fuel (EAAs + Electrolytes)
Perfect first intake after broth: essential aminos to protect muscle + coconut water electrolytes to rehydrate.
Red Dragon Greens
Digestive enzymes, probiotics, and alkalising greens help “switch on” the gut and smooth the transition to whole foods.
The Cosmic Bonus
Beyond physiology, aligning with the full moon adds a psychological and ritual anchor — a built-in cadence for reflection, journaling, and letting go. Many report better adherence to a monthly fast when it’s tied to a visible event in the sky.
FAQs
What is autophagy and how does it relate to fasting?
Autophagy is your cell’s recycling process. Fasting is a simple way to encourage that clean-up, which people pursue for focus, “reset,” and potential longevity benefits.
How long should I fast for a Full Moon Fast?
Most aim for 24 hours; experienced fasters may extend to 36–48 hours. Hydration + electrolytes are essential either way.
Can I drink coffee?
We recommend skipping it for this specific protocol to reduce diuretic load and keep hydration on point.
What’s the best way to break the fast?
Broth → EAAs/electrolytes → light, easy foods. This sequence reduces GI stress and helps you feel steady as you refeed.
When do I take creatine and glutamine?
Creatine: 3–5 g daily anytime (post-fast is a great re-start point). Glutamine: 5 g with early meals during the first week back.
Ready to turn the full moon into a monthly reset? Lock your date, hydrate smart, and rebuild with intention.
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