Fasting during period?

[swatthebalt]

I love to fast but my period has arrived today and I've had to break my fast prematurely at 16.5 hrs instead of my desired 18 ( or 20) is this fairly common?

Following as new to fasting and I am due on in the next few days, I always feel hungry and eat more indulgent food at that time of month! I know it will be a challenge I’m also doing similar fasting to you. I have read that the week after is the best time to do an extended fast so I’m going to not be too harsh on myself and try a longer fast the week after and see what happens. Good luck! Sorry i wasn’t much help