Historically elites of ancient societies practiced the discipline of fasting as a health measure and spiritual exercise. Dr. Alvenia Fulton held the opinion that an experienced teacher is the best person to teach you how to properly fast which she defines as controlling the solid and liquid one consumes during a designated time. Fulton remained adamant that all fasting needs be done under the supervision of an experienced practitioner particularly if you have pre-existing health concerns such as diabetes and hypertension.