Why Am I So Hungry During the Bahá’í Fast? (And How to Fix It)

If you’re waking up before sunrise, eating a big meal, and still feeling hangry by mid-morning, you’re not alone.

Every year, countless Bahá’ís enter the Fast with spiritual enthusiasm—only to find themselves exhausted, irritable, and counting down the hours until sunset.

And while some hunger is a natural part of fasting, struggling through the day with brain fog, mood swings, and energy crashes isn’t a badge of honor—it’s a sign your body needs better support.

So, why is this happening?

And more importantly—what can you do to feel full, steady, and focused all day long?

Let’s dive into the real reason you’re feeling hungry hangry during the Baha’i Fast—and the simple shift that can help you stop surviving and start thriving.

Why You’re Hungry During the Baha’i Fast (Even If You Ate a Big Meal Before Sunrise)

Most people assume that eating a bigger breakfast will keep them full longer.

But if your pre-sunrise meal isn’t balanced properly, you’ll be dealing with blood sugar crashes, intense hunger, and low energy long before sunset.

Here’s what’s likely happening:

🚨 Your meal is too high in carbs and too low in protein.

Carbs digest quickly, causing a spike in blood sugar followed by a crash, leaving you starving and sluggish a few hours later.

🚨 Your meal is missing healthy fats.

Fats slow digestion and keep you feeling full for hours—without them, your body burns through food too quickly, leading to hunger, cravings, and energy dips.

🚨 Your metabolism isn’t prepared for fasting.

If you rely on snacks and caffeine throughout the day outside of the Fast, your body isn’t used to sustaining energy for long periods—making fasting feel even harder.

🚨 You’re not supporting your blood sugar in other ways.

Stable blood sugar isn’t just about food. Poor sleep, stress, dysregulated circadian rhythms and lack of movement all contribute to out-of-control hunger and energy crashes.

The Simple Shift That Changes Everything

The real key to staying full and energized until sunset isn’t just eating more food—it’s balancing your blood sugar through the power of food and habit, so your body can actually sustain you.

Here’s how to do it:

✅ Prioritize protein and healthy fats at your pre-sunrise meal.

Aim for at least 30-50g of protein (depending on your individual needs- learn more about how to identify how much protein you need for healthy hormones inside my 10 day 100g Protein Challenge here) and healthy fats like eggs, meats, butter, and avocados. This slows digestion, stabilizes blood sugar, and keeps hunger at bay.

✅ Reduce refined carbs & sugary foods.

Instead of relying on bread, rice, oatmeal or pastries, choose slow-digesting carbs like root vegetables or squash paired with protein and fat.

✅ Support blood sugar beyond food.

✨ Get morning sunlight to regulate cortisol & energy.
✨ Move your body gently (like walking) to improve glucose stability.
✨ Limit blue light at night to support deep, restful sleep.

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Still Have Questions? Watch My Free Class!

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Final Thoughts

Fasting is meant to be a time of spiritual renewal—not a time of physical suffering.

When you fuel and support your body correctly, you can experience the full blessings of the Fast—without struggling through exhaustion, hunger, and brain fog.

I’d love to hear from you! What’s your biggest challenge during the Fast?

Drop it in the comments, and I’ll answer in an upcoming post.

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