Thanks allegro, sounds like you're learning a lot about fasting in a short time. We all have to go through a time of adjusting to not eating and discovering the effect that has on us and the people around us, as well as how so many 'normal' activities can effect us differently during a fast. I agree with you totally that it is much better to avoid the supermarkets and other noisy (and foody!) public places while you are fasting. Consider the fast a rest from such mayhem in your life as well as a physical rest for the body from the hard work of digesting our food.