I find stuff like this interesting. This youtube video was posted around 5 years ago on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MzrYOPENuHY It's a woman who was losing weight by eating just 1 meal a day (unknowingly fasting). She was doing well. Then, as she says...
Hi everyone, I would like to ask if it’s possible to gain fat with yo-yo effect after water fasting for 7 days (losing 13lbs) while starting a 1 meal a day (with approx 1000kcal with my basal metabolic approx 2000kcal) so...
I made some delicious ground turkey chili. I put in a ton of onions, peppers, celery, and tomatoes. 4 different types of beans. Spices and herbs and broth. No added sugar. I topped it with whole milk cottage cheese. I...
Hello everyone, Gris here from México. 37 Gay Male, living with HIV + as undetectable, being struggling with weight my whole life, depression, anxiety, suicide and drug abuse (Meth). I am stating a 40 days fast and I am align it...
Hi! I've been on 2 meal a day (TMAD) since Sep 2022, and then shifted to 1 meal a day (OMAD) since Nov 2022, I haven't notice any loss in body fat... if anything, my double chin became even more...
Starting out IF is not as easy as it sounds...let's be honest. I've been doing this for 2 weeks now and some days are better than others; so here's my question: How do you overcome the cravings? ...
I am currently hitting weights 4-5x a week, walking over 25,000 steps a day and eating 1 meal every other day and my weight is really plateauing. I am down 249 from 340 since March 2021 and feeling real bummed...
I've been eating 1 meal a day for about 3 weeks. Last 2 weeks changed to keto plus IF. I eat very clean. No sugar substitutes, no sweeteners, no fruit, no hidden carbs. Basically meat, fat and salads with low...
So I've been doing intermittent fasting since March 2021 and been steadingly loosing weight, about 5 kg two o three weeks it has slowed down just before christmas and since then I seem tk be stuck at the weight I...
Below you can read my other recent post with some useful details related to this question and specifics about me, but.. i like my OMAD routine and dont plan on changing it anytime soon.. that being said, could I possibly...
I am a few passed 50 years young. No known health issues other than a pot head cough. I had a go round with cancer in my late 20's but, i beat that shit down like the bitch that it...
I (45M, 220 lbs) am on a 1 meal a day 22:2 fasting schedule and I have hired a personal trainer who was immediately shocked at my eating schedule. He's asked me to start eating at least 3-4 small meals...
Seems like nearly everyone in my life is against me intermittent fasting. My coworker and I were discussing how we were dieting to lose weight after new year. He told me his plan how he is eating small meals often....
I just started IF and I think it's great. I usually only eat 1 meal a day, so decided that IF will be a great way to lose weight. I usually eat at 12 lunch and it's anything I...
I came back from summer holidays and was looking at some pictures I took with my family and suddenly realized: "I'm fat!". Decided things needed to change as I cannot continue gaining weight like this. Details: Male, 36yo, 178cm, 86.9kg. Ideal weight:...
I 28(M) started weight lifting recently (6 times week). I know that it won’t really make me lose weight and I’m really trying to target my belly fat. I want to start fasting, but I’m worried that I’ll be...
He says that fasting is a stressor and you can sort of build a tolerance to it, so you feel refreshed and the fast maybe more useful/ Beneficial When you take a break from it, so he only fasts, I believe...
At the time I thought what I was doing was extremely unhealthy. I would eat 1 meal a day, while running everyday and lifting a few times a week. I went from 6’ 270 to 190 while looking and feeling...
Hello! As we all know, Filonov advises against alternating dry fasting and water fasting. But do you think it is really so dangerous? For example, what if I dry-fast for 3 days, then water-fast for one day, then dry-fast for...
Since early October I lost almost 30lbs and got down several lbs under 200 by skipping breakfast and dinner. (I already eat very low carb) That's the good news. For the past 3 days I have \*not\* skipped breakfast or dinner....
I’ve been single all my life with no kids. I’m 70 and I’ve been retired going on 10 years in October. I’ve only been doing IF for a couple of months and slowly building up to the idea of OMAD...
I(F30, 5’2”) am 189lbs, my goal is to get to 140lbs. I admit the idea of bulking up does not appeal to me, with that said my main goal is to drop the fat. My goal is also to eat...
22 year old vegetarian, already lean. I want to eat less times a day because after a meal I can feel my energy and focus dropping and I want to work effectively the entire day. I'm a newbie when it...
I noticed a lot of people don't use the 16:8 that often. I am new to fasting so this is what I am starting with currently. Are there more benefits to the longer fasts that others are doing? It seems a...
Hi there. I’m lean and like to exercise. I’m curious why Cole doesn’t recommend omad anymore?
I see people say that large meals on IF in a certain window is best Others say many frequent meals Others say 2 meals with a large fasting period is best Others say to eat...
Whenever I am reading about people who do OMAD / 23hour fasts, they always mention about how important it is to meet your protein / ratio goals. Basically, combine all the nutrition you're supposed to eat that day into 1...
Has this happened to anyone else? I was diagnosed with fatty liver 6-8 weeks ago, since then I've been eating about 1000-1500 a day in generally 1 meal, all whole foods. I got the results back from my first blood test...
So I've started a modified version of Alternate Day Fasting where I eat once every 48 hours, sometimes every 72 hours depending on my willpower. The concept appealed to me because of the quick weight loss and ability to have...
First just want to mention I am a male started IF Nov 27th this year at 177lbs and today I weight 168.6lbs at 5’11. I am doing IF for two reasons, one is to fix my insulin resistance and two is...
As the title says ive tried waterfasting and the the snake diet but i can't even get through day one. I usually wake up at 7 go to college till 3 which i don't eat but as soon as i...
At what point of an extended fast does it become the norm for you to go without eating? and when you do adapt to it, are you able to enjoy the activities of your day just as much as you...
I have been reading the wiki, and I am still unsure what is necessary for a fast. If you don't mind, can you post your fasting "routine"? Meaning, when are you taking suppliments, how long are you fasting, etc? I...
I’ve been consistently doing 16:8,18:6,20:4 for a few months—usually eating normally (when I want) 1 to 2 days a week. Is this too many days of consecutive fasting? I understand the metabolism slows/adjusts if you fast too often, too repetitively....
Hey, I'm 23(M) 1.85cm and around 78 kg. I'm not that experienced when it comes to fasting, I have tried it many times before, the thing is I don’t like the fact that I'm losing weight and I don’t know...
Trying to lose about 70 lbs total. Already lost about 20 over a couple months. Plateauing hard right now eating 2 modest meals a day + 1 small snack (which is way less historically speaking) + supplements. I don’t mind...
How do I start? I can’t seem to miss breakfast. As a teacher, there’s always snacks around.
How is it working for you?
I (29M) am severely overweight coming in at about 320. I tried IF at the beginning of the month, and only had a feeding window from 12pm-7pm making it a good 16/17 hour fast. with about 3 small portion meals...
Hey Redditors, I have been researching fasting casually for a few months now, and I am considering it. I'm a 28yo male who weighs 297 lbs. I have a job that requires me to sit in an office chair 8...
I just decided enough is enough. I am so obese... I have no excuse for the weight gain. I have struggled for about 10 years trying to lose weight. My whole body hurts, irregular menstrual cycle, inflammation, sick constantly, high...
Hey, so starting my first fast today and im bricking it. I have reduced my food consumption to 1 small meal (evening) a day leading up to my fast but was wounding if anyone has advice on how to deal...
Hi! I am 32F, 5’7 (SW: 153lbs, CW: 138lbs, GW: 125lbs) My wedding is in 89 days. I started my weight loss journey 3 months ago. Through consistent, daily exercise (mostly HIIT classes), IF 16:8, and eating low carb/mostly keto, I...
I’m 18m currently weighing 303 pounds and 5’9. I’ve got a few questions. 1) Does the time I fast make a difference? 2) Most people seem to say they consume 1,300-1,500 calories a day is that number different for everyone? 3) What...
SW:217 CW:207 GW:125 Hello Faster’s doing 18:6 for 5 weeks consistently using simple app. Little win of 7lbs down(rounded). Excited but I have a ways to go to goal. I’m going to lose the alcohol on my treat day and go OMAD for...
I really like OMAD because it's consistent & is an easy habit to get into. I'm sure I could just eat like this forever, until I hit my goal weight. HOWEVER, I ran into this: [https://idmprogram.com/wp-content/uploads/QA-32.pdf](https://idmprogram.com/wp-content/uploads/QA-32.pdf) ​ >So OMAD typically works for the patient...
Edit. I can’t use reddit. I’m wanting to start doing OMAD 2 days a week. But I go crazy when my usual break starts. I’m managing this with a protein shake. Any other hot tips for new players. Thanks
A lot of people here try and do it all in one go, but has anyone gradually built up a tolerance to extended fasting by adding 2 hours a week until you're eventually at your desired goal, or something similar?...
Hello, I’m looking for feedback from those 40+ years old. Primarily since we all know that age is a factor and can affect metabolism and a number of other things that may cause our bodies to hold on to weight. How...
So I was on TikTok and I came across some videos saying that if you eat low calories (1000 or 500) a day your metabolism will slow down and you won't lose weight. Because your body has gotten use to...
I have a lot of weight to lose and have decided to give 16:8 a serious try. I’m about to go away for 2 weeks, so it makes sense to start when I get back. In the meantime, I’m trying...
i just finished a 7 days water fast and i just weighted myself after my refeed and i’m 85kg… i was 81 before i ate…………. I wanna die
I just started working from 6 am to 4 pm Monday through Friday, I sleep from 9 pm to 5 am those days. I am a primarily hypoglycemic type 2 diabetic. I have been doing 16:8 but with my new...
I've been keen to give DF a go, but I'm worried about how I'll do with not having electrolytes to stop me feeling shitty. I've done snake juice water fasting on and off for quite a while ago. I see...
Have anyone noticed increased sleep quality when fasting? I usually go 18:6 but I also try to incorporate 23:1 (just one meal a day) a few times a week, especially when I do not have time to eat a quality...
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i went from 240 to 195. i had been lingering around 195 for months. but i had a really bad two weeks. i was eating out a lot. i got a new scale last week and checked in at 210....
Hi IF crew, I’m looking to understand your experience after switching to this way of life. I see lots of anecdotal evidence about improvements to mental health, attitudes towards life, and of course weight loss which is great to see. What are...
If someone wants to build muscle and could only eat one meal for the rest of their life, what should that person eat? Chicken, rice and broccoli?
Does it really matter which meal is the largest? Example: breakfast: cup of coffee and scoop of low calorie protein powder. Lunch: most days is skipped Dinner: largest meal (lean protein, carb, veggies and salad with a small sweet snack...
Hi all, new to this group. I’ve been trying 16:8 for past 2 months with absolutely no loss, inches or pounds. Getting married next month so need to step up my game, thought I would try OMAD. I’m very concerned...
I see so many people here trying to maintain their weight by doing extended fasts all the time. 4, 5, 10 days and watching what they eat between fasts. And maybe that suits you better but that absolutely is not...
Okie doke, I know if you only eat 1,200 calories a day, but spread it out over 3 meals and 2 snacks, you're keeping up your insulin and you might lose weight, but eventually your body adjusts is metabolism. With IF,...
Welcome to the weekly [r/Nutrition](https://www.reddit.com/r/Nutrition/) feature post for questions related to your personal diet and circumstances. Wondering if you are eating too much of something, not enough of something, or if what you regularly eat has the nutritional content you...
Male 30 years old. Starting weight 280 pounds. I have magnesium, potassium, pink salt ready. I have some 3 day fasts before and my diet is typically 1-2 meals a day so I feel ready. Plus I need a big...
I'm currently doing 20:4 IF and have been losing some weight, however I'm eating crappy food and I doubt I'm getting all the nutrients I need. I want to find some meal inspirations to speed up my weight loss...
I (46F) used to be able to fast intermittently, extended, and everything else in between. I enjoyed it. This was when I was maybe 39, 40, early 40s. Got away from the habit and gained a bit of weight so...
Hi everyone! 26F, started IF exactly a month ago, with the primary goal of doing 16:8, but really on most days fasting anywhere from 17-20h, with one 26 hour fast thrown in as well. I am of course not expecting...
Hey! So I have. Some questions about low calorie/fasting So I just finished a 36 hour fast, I broke it with an avacado and sardines. In the days after I have been eating OMAD( Keto) , or two small meals within a...
If you water fast for two days, then on day 3 have a meal, would that be like starting again on day 1? Or would the fasting that you've already done mean that you entered ketosis sooner, because your glucose...
I get so frustrated when I want to have a chicken sandwich and fries at Chick-Fil-A for lunch and it’s well over 900 calories. I’m trying to stay at or under 1,500 a day and that one meal just ruins...
I recently started doing a ketogenic diet. I workout hard about 5x a week, the other 2 days I’m doing aerobic stuff like walking 2 miles. I also started doing IF and eating 2 meals a day. I lost a lot...
how is it different,?
Hey everyone, I've been doing the snake diet dam near religiously for the past 3 weeks and I'm loving it. I recently hit what I can't really describe as anything other then a plateau. Last week I was basically stable...
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Hey guys! I started my 16:8 intermittent fasting 3 days ago because I gained quite a lot of weight over the past 4 years, even though I am actually quite active. I am 1.78M tall and weighed 82.5 KG when I...
Hello just want to Thank this community for all the encouragement and advice. Today I completed one month of IF 16:8 but mostly did 18 hrs fasting each day. I don’t count calories and I try and get my steps...
Can someone please give me a quick summary of a healthy and simple bodybuilding diet. What do bodybuilders generally eat, what do they avoid, and what do they eat the most? Also, any extra tips for bodybuilding diet are appreciated....
Hey everyone - I been seeing alot of videos etc on fasting. I already intermittent fast subconsciously. I only eat 1-2 meals a day between noon-6pm. Won’t eat again til noon but am looking to try a 7day water fast… Is...
#Share your daily fast story thread! 📃 ⏳ **Length** of fast (*start/end/total*) ❓ **Why are you fasting?** (ex: *weight loss, other health benefits, spiritual/religious reasons*) 📝 **Notes** (*How is it going so far? Any concerns? Insights to share?*)...
I haven’t started taking metformin yet but i do have a prescription my doctor prescribed because i am pre diabetic and i gained a lot of weight last year and my blood sugar went back from normal to prediabetic. however...
Eh, mixed feelings. Took me a bit over a week since I failed on day 3. We had a family barbeque and I gave in. Restarted it after that one day and been keeping it until now. In...
I was wondering if some of you have some tips to remain mentally strong douring a long fast? I feel fine while fasting, I don't even feel muh hunger but I struggle really hard mentally , specially after the first...
i been fasting for awhile now but the urge to eat never goes away. i lost a lot of fat and im in maintenance mode but its hard every SINGLE DAY. makes me wanna just give everything up, what is the...
I have fasted for 38 hours twice in the last two months and I always feel great after. I'm 21F, weigh around 98 kg and is 168 cm. I would love to get to 70 kg, since that would be better...
Are there any articles/papers you can point me towards that look at the role fasting has in alertness/focus or depression?
I just finished my 4 day (~106hr water fast) and wow, I had no idea how much better you feel. I'm a nerd at heart so I did a ton of research before and I followed the usual timeline. I...
Just started rolling 48s (1800 UK time). Will try to keep going for 3 weeks. Would like to lose 7kg (15lbs) to get back to fighting weight. So eat 1 meal every 2 days. Will excercise too - cycling and...
For those of you who partake in rolling 48's and 72's, what do u do for your refeed days? A day rehydrate/refeed or 3x's the amount of fasting days? Snake Juice in between? Electrolyte water? Small meal? I'm thinking of...
Hey guys, Can you explain to me what OMAD is and how to do it properly? I was told by a co-worker who did it that it’s basically one meal that consists of 1,500 calories a day? I am currently doing...
I've been dealing with a toe infection the past couple months, it started out as just a blister after I stubbed my toe and broke part of the nail, but then it got infected and it's been a problem ever...
I’ve been trying intermittent fasting on and off for a couple of years. It helped me a lot in the past. I’m now a mum and at my highest weight. Also a bulimic but really desperate to stop. ...
I am curious how to try and do it successfully. My concern is I won't be able to physically consume 1,000 calories or more in such a small eating window. How did you start and manage through it? Thanks!
How can someone eat for 4 hours continuously, or how is that supposed to be understood? They call 20-4 OMAD as well as 23-1.The latter makes sense but the former doesnt What do they actually mean by saying 20-4?
#Share your daily fast story thread! 📃 ⏳ **Length** of fast (*start/end/total*) ❓ **Why are you fasting?** (ex: *weight loss, other health benefits, spiritual/religious reasons*) 📝 **Notes** (*How is it going so far? Any concerns? Insights to share?*)...
So, I'm only a month in of doing IF 16:8 (eating window is 11-7:00). I eat 2 meals and 1 snack per day for a total of about 1500-1800 calories. I don't exercise regularly, but I get an average of...
Give me motivation 😭