Intermittent fasting: 5 drinks you can have without breaking your fast

Written by: DEEPA Reviewed by: Dr. Anuj Saini 15 July 2026

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Water

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Black Coffee

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Green Tea

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Black & Herbal Tea

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Apple Cider Vinegar Water

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Keep It Simple

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