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Blaine begins re-feeding programme
David Blaine’s medical team has issued its first statement on the magician’s progress following his arrival at The London Independent Hospital late last night.
Professor Powell-Tuck, who is responsible for Blaine’s care has advised that Blaine suffered from stomach cramps during the night. This follows the commencement of a re-feeding programme that will see the magician reintroduced to food very gradually and under strict medical supervision.
Blaine broke his six-week fast with a nutritionally complete drink, enriched with high levels of vitamins. The drink is being taken at intervals and in small quantities: Blaine has so far consumed just 660 millilitres.
Regular checks will now be made to monitor how the illusionist’s body is accepting and coping with this nutritional therapy. It is hoped that continual monitoring from nursing staff and electro-cardiograph telemetry will prevent complications arising.
Blaine’s weight was recorded at the hospital as 70kg and blood tests this morning were satisfactory. Tests will continue today.
It is not yet known whether Blaine has sustained long-term damage or how long he will be required to remain in hospital.
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