Supporting your body through care, warmth, and intention When we fast for healing—whether for a medical procedure like a colonoscopy or a personal we
Supporting your body through care, warmth, and intention
When we fast for healing—whether for a medical procedure like a colonoscopy or a personal wellness practice—it can stir up more than just hunger. It’s a stretch of quiet that may touch old wounds, summon anxiety, or remind us of how deeply food has comforted us in hard times.
If you’re in that place now: be tender with yourself. You are doing something important for your health. And you are not alone.
Let’s talk about one small, soothing practice that can help ease the path: fasting with bouillon.
🔥 What Is Bouillon?
Bouillon is a concentrated seasoning cube, paste, or powder made from dehydrated stock, herbs, spices, and sometimes vegetables. When stirred into boiling water, it creates a warm, salty broth—comforting like a hug in a mug.
✅ Bouillon Is Colonoscopy-Prep & Fast-Friendly When:
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It’s clear when dissolved in water (not cloudy or creamy)
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It contains no chunks, solid vegetables, or grains
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It’s not red, purple, or blue in color (these dyes are often restricted before procedures)
🥣 How to Use Bouillon as a Fast-Day Ritual:
Basic Recipe:
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1 bouillon cube or 1 teaspoon of bouillon powder/paste
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1 cup boiling water
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Stir until fully dissolved
Pour it into your favorite mug. Wrap both hands around the warmth. Sip slowly. Let the ritual ground you.
🛑 A Few Gentle Precautions:
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Skip any bouillon that leaves residue or has visible ingredients
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Avoid creamy, thick, or cloudy broth bases
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Be mindful of sodium if you have heart or kidney health concerns
💡 Gentle Tips to Make the Experience More Bearable:
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Sip broth in a beautiful mug — Elevate the moment from deprivation to care.
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Freeze apple juice or electrolyte drinks into popsicles — Little joys matter.
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Listen to comforting media — Familiar shows, soothing music, or even comedy can soften the edges of hunger.
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Practice mindful affirmations — Speak calm over yourself:
“This is temporary. I’m taking care of my body.”
💬 Survivor Affirmation for the Journey:
“I am tending to my health with courage. Each step, even the hard ones, is part of my healing.”
If you’re in a season of preparation, recovery, or release—know this: you are allowed to rest. You are allowed to be nourished in quiet ways. And you do not need to do this alone.
*Disclaimer: Not intended to be a substitute for medical advice. Please rely on knowledgeable and trained professionals.