Hi all, Posted here at slightly over my mid fast mark and when I completed my fast, wanted to give y'all one final update since I probably won't visit this place as much anymore. I started my fast on Jan 19th, weighing...
GoodMorning All! So I was thinking about starting a 5 day fast. Is anyone else doing it as well?
I’m doing a 5 day fast starting tomorrow. Just wanted to know how much anyone has lost doing a 5 day fast and the changes they saw. Just for motivation ❤️
Ending a 5 day fast in a few hours and wondering if meat is a good idea. Is there any loss of benefit if I break my fast with a vegetable broth and 1 hour later eat some beef ? Will...
I really want to be able to make it through a 5 day water fast. I’ve done 3 days multiple times but by the third day I’m throwing up and close to passing out and end up eating a piece...
Update: broke my fast 8hrs later than initially intended with an apple and a protein shake this morning. Currently enjoying a nice salad with chicken and avocado for lunch before I fly off to see family. Feeling great and thinking...
So I took my blood sugar reading 1 day after my 5 day fast. Yesterday I ate mostly high protein and 2 ww fiber one bars, black beans and Shitake mushrooms. .. nothing way high in sugar,and when I...
I'm currently in a 5 day water fast and contemplating going 7 days, however I'm wondering what the benefits besides weight loss are and if it's negligible. 2 more days as far as autophagy, insulin, cell rejuvenation, immune system, intestinal etc...
My 5-day fast ends tomorrow (Thursday) at 2pm, but I’ll wait until around 6pm and just have some broth for the night. Then, more broth in the morning, and first “meal” on Friday at lunch time. I have plans for...
Hello i will be attempting a 5 day fast to try and see if my body heals my hemorrhoids. A key thing is to make sure i don't have a bm and not eating will ensure that right? Any tips?...
Hey everyone, I recently did a 48 hour dry fast for the first and i felt amazing after. I want to push myself to do a 5 day fast but I’m not completely sure if it’s a good idea. If...
Hi, all. I’m almost at 72 hours of what I hoped to be a 120-hour fast. I’ve never done more than 86 hours before. I’ve never taken electrolytes during 3-day fasts and have always been fine, but...
Planning on doing a 5-day fast. I've read quite a bit from Dr. Longo and Dr. Fung, and listened to numerous podcasts from other doctors/PhD's. Considering the following to help or assist with the fast, and looking for any other...
This is my first extended fast. Should refeeding be something to worry about after a 5 day fast? I’ve done 48s and had no problems eating a huge meal after , but should I take it slower with 5 days?
I only have until I start my new job to do extended fasts so I’m in a bit of a time crunch. I’m on day 5 of a fast rn. Debating if I should break it today to go to...
I want to do a 5 day fast at he beginning of every month but Im also worried how it will effect my training. I lift 4-5 times a week and also do cardio (run a mile at the end...
I'm on day 1 a little hungry right now as I stupidly ate a load of carbs yesterday.. Been doing OMAD and tried ADF too, I'm gonna give 3 day a go and if I'm going strong I'll continue to...
Hi ladies, I want to do a 5 day fast and I keep flaking on day 2, was hoping to get someone to join me for accountability. I'm fasting for weight loss but also to clear up my psoriasis. I am bridesmaid...
Broke a 5 day fast on Wednesday night. Haven’t been able to poop since, but I am farting nonstop. When can I expect to drop this load?
Going to start my first 5 day fast of the year (and for about 6 months) in about 5 hours time. Anyone else in? I only succeeded last time because of the accountability on here so hoping posting here helps in...
I would like some advice on whether it is a good idea to weight train whilst I am on a 5 day water fast. I usually train 4-5 times a week followed by cardio. What would be suitable or should I...
Hi, i'm flirting with the idea of a 5 day fast for injury recovery (long term patellar tendonopathy) and general long term well being. Not that fussed about weight loss. Does anyone have experiences they can share on general...
Hello all i am starting my 5 day fast tomorrow never posted on here before. I need someone to help me get through these 5 days please! Can someone fast with me ? Lets keep each other accountable. I have...
I've been actually wanting and looking forward to my next extended fast and finally decided last night that it's going to be this whole week. I usually do OMAD five or six days a week and recently added three to...
Winding down a 5 day fast today. I've lost 10 lbs and I know a lot of it will return. But will jumping right into either a keto or no carb diet help to maintain most of the weightloss?
I m 22 hours in into my 5 day dry fast, feeling low energy and tingling legs, other than that everything fantastic, anyone wants to join me ?
I'm looking for someone willing to do a 5 day water fast with me so we can chit chat and motivate ourselves through it. I'm a 20 yo female and I did my last water fast like half a year...
My last fast was 3 days, which was a great experience. So thought I'd try 5 days this time. This coming week there is not too much crazy going on, which makes it a bit easier to focus on a...
SW 204 / CW 194 / GW 150 Got a shock a week ago at the doctor's office when I weighed in at 215 on their scale. When I got home I weighed myself on our bathroom scale and, without the...
So I enjoy the 5+ day water fast. I lose fat, and as long as I don't binge afterward, all is good. I'm trying to crush another 30 pounds of weight. I enjoy lifting. But,...
Hello everyone, I would like to share my experience with a 5-day water fast and some of the benefits that I have not had before. I started my water fast 5 days ago. Before that, I made the last such...
Edit: WOW! So many people have joined which is fantastic! I wasn’t expecting that at all! I will update each day here and check in to see how everyone is doing!!! This is freaking awesome thank you everyone for hopping...
Beginning a 5 day hard dry fast. I have only done a 3 day hard dry fast in the past (and fasts that haven't lasted as long). I want to heal my mind, body, and soul. I have lost my...
Ok so I’m currently 62 hours in to a 120 hour fast. Last time I did this I broke my fast with all you can eat shrimp at red lobster. Don’t ask me how or why because many years later...
Hi all! Both nervous and excited to publicly commit to starting my modified water fast (allowing both green tea and coffee, if needed). I've been practicing IF by having just lunch and dinner for a long time, switched...
How much muscle can I expect to lose during a 5-7 day water fast? I work out 3-4 times a week (lifting) but really want to do a cleanse for my body and spirit. I’ve tried researching how much muscle...
G'day All, I've done a bunch of fasts over time, I'm currently 60 hours into a 5 day fast... I was wondering if there's much difference past 5 days to say 14 days. Plenty of research papers have fasts...
What do you think?
Starting weight: 315 pounds. Current weight: 298 pounds. Today is day 5 of my water fast. Today, I have officially beat my record of 5 days of water fasting! I feel absolutely fantastic! I feel really good! No tiredness, no fatigue,...
(The kidney shot is drink with 8oz of water with a teaspoon of baking soda) Or should i just break with a glass of regular water?
I know I won’t gain fat, but around how much in terms of water weight?
Hello. I am looking for anyone wanting to do a 5 day dry fast and be an accountability partner. I am a mom who works full time and has 4 busy boys who have extra curricular activities 6...
I am 13 hours into a 5 day dry fast I would do 10 but living with family now so it makes it too tough. I was just curious how much a 5 day dry fast will heal me? I...
Hi everyone so due to persisting health issues I stated a medical water fasting few months ago 48 hr fast almost 3 times a month My question is can I execute protocol mentioned above for long period of time without...
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A couple people may have seen my post right around New Years where I completed my first extended fast of about 5 days. I started it the day after Christmas, because I felt disgusted with my weight, and the way...
Hey everyone, I’m celebrating getting to day 3 of my planned 5-day dry fast. Woohoo! It’s my first time fasting longer than 1 day dry and 2 days wet. I’m planning to follow it up with another 6 days around...
I've been water fasting for weight loss for days (I'm very overweight). It makes me feel really well, both mentally and physically, and I look forward to the health benefits. I've also been watching a lot of Dr. Fung to...
I’m not a novice by any means to fasting. I’ve been fasting for years intermittently but I’ve never completed a multi-day fast. The longest I’ve done is a little over 24-hours. I became interested in multi-day fasting because of a Tom...
I'm just doing a 5-day fast. I thought that if you're healthy, you can almost always do a 5-day fast safely from home on nothing but water (zero other supplements). What can happen that would signal danger? What would those dangers...
Has anyone experienced a change in their menstrual cycle after doing a long fast? My cycle has shortened by a week and a half/two weeks since I did a 5 day water fast and I was just wondering if anyone...
I know this is probably too much but could I break my fast with a 2lb chuck roast? I have been dreaming about it all day.
So I’m 5’5, about 147lbs, and a 20 year old female. I want to do a 14 day water fast (I’ve done several sets of 5 and definitely am up for the challenge). My concern is that if I lose...
Looking for guidance on fast day eating schedule under a 5:2 regimen. I know to keep total intake under 600cal, but I'm not clear on the best practice for feeding time window(s) and frequency. Do I hold things to one...
I started a 5 day fast 42 hours ago and I would like some tips or advice. When I previously tried this about 2 weeks I only managed 30 hours I know its mainly a mental game and I struggled...
As I start writing this I'm exactly halfway through my first ever water fast. I started on this because my system needs some kind of reboot. Because of the job I work, I had to spend 5 weeks in hotel room...
Does anyone fast 5 days and eat on the weekends? If so what is your experience with this 😊 Thank you!!!
Hey! Do you lovely people feel that breaking a fast with a small amount of avocado, chicken breast and kimchi would be okay? After a glass of warm water with ACV in? My broth won't be ready in time and...
Im suffering from digestive issues and constipation. Even if i take a laxative, is it a chance that poop will dry up in my intestines. Or is that just impossible on a 5. Day dry fast. I refuse to be...
Hooo am I feeling the pinch rn! I'm 42 hours in, this is the furthest I've gotten in a fast since 2020 - since then I've mostly done IF, 24 hrs or 36 hrs. Fighting the urge to eat even...
Hoping not to lose too much weight, this is mainly for the health benefits, I normally do 3 day dry fasts every so often, this is my first week long fast, is it safe for me to transition to a...
So Im planning to start my first 7 day fast this Wednesday (Due to my work schedule) and wanted to see if anyone more experienced has some tips and tricks for an extended fast like this. Iv done OMAD for...
I had posted on here about wanting to be 130 pounds from 165 by February. I now weight 147 but it’s like I’m still squishy. I only did one 5 day water fast and one 9 day water fast. Now...
Hi all! Going through my first extended fast, aiming at 5 days exactly. I am drinking broth daily, along with some zinc and magnesium supplements. Once I finish my fast, do I need to refeed slowly using sourkraut and similar,...
Hello! I've done a few 10 day fasts before for health reasons. I'm attempting a 40 day now after preparing for a while. I'm doing this log as I haven't seen a lot of people do long fasts with my stats....
I broke my DF at noon of the 5th day. Two reasons: 1) I went for a walk. After about 1 km, I noticed that I was so tired, I wouldn't be able to come back on my own,...
What were your results? Tips and tricks for getting through? Hoping to shrink my stomach and loose some pounds! I want my body to use my fat as fuel. Does this actually happen when not eating? Also have a greater...
Good morning (EST), fellow fork-droppers! Quick bio: 39M sw 330 cw 296 gw 235 So I've been back into prolonged fasting the last couple weeks and have gotten some amazing response from my body. Water with sodium, potassium and magnesium the whole...
Male, age 39, 180cm 5"11. Started my first ever fast on Monday at 89kg (196lbs). Today is Saturday at 85kg (187lbs) and i'm feeling lethargic and experiencing heart palpitations. You've guessed it, i didn't consume proper electrolytes. I started on...
the most I've done is 56 hours and feel ready to go beyond. either the 72 hour or 5 day. Which one would maximize benefits or does autophagy really peak at 72 hours?
I’m about to start a 5 day water fasting. I’be never gone longer than 3 days before. My question is do I need to take electrolytes or vitamins during the 5 days or is it fine to just drink water?
I recently finished a 5 day water fast. The goal was 7-10 days but I stopped early. I'd like to go at it again this month to finish the goal... The 5 day fast was quite easy actually, felt great the...
10/31 to 10/3 or 10/4 I am doing this fast as a challenge for myself. Trying to do at least 5 days. In the morning a cup with a shot of warm water , ACV, ginger, and cayenne pepper. ...
Posting this quite late as I am already 84hours into the fast but got quite bored. Height : 6'2ft / 188cm SW : 229.3lbs / 104.7KG (Start weight of the fast my heaviest was 304lbs 5months ago) CW : 220.4lbs / 100KG...
Hello, I had to break a fast after 123 hours. The first day, I ate yogurt, pickles and pineapple. Today is the second day, till now I ate the same. When can I go and eat normal food again?
3 days ago I ended a 7-day water fast. I lost 11 lbs over those 7 days and was very happy with the results. Based on my previous fasting experience I estimated about 3-4lbs of that was water weight that...
I’m not talking about eating for 5 days fast for 2 , opposite of that fast 5 days eat 2. Has anyone done this, what would you eat for those 2 days? I’m trying it out but I am fasting...
Was going for 5 day fast, started sat pm. First two days were fine, a little hunger but nothing I couldn’t manage. I made a days worth of electrolyte drink but drank it over two days (since just start of...
I’m pretty sure I have a sinus infection or a really bad cold, symptoms are: sore throat, coughing a lot, congestion. Is it safe to fast? I was planning a 5 day fast but I don’t know anymore..
#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?*)...
<update with before / after posted in new thread> Wanted to share as the numbers shock me and while I imagine a lot is water weight it is still very motivating. I feel way more mobile! Female, 42, 5-9 SW: 188.5 CW:...
You know, like after i refeed and hydrate.
•I am female 5’10 around 210 pounds
Let me know thank you.
So last year I tried doing fasting, although I mainly was doing IF since I always failed around the second or third day. I'm wondering if you guys have any tips, as this time is after losing 15 pounds, and...
Hey everyone! This is my first post here. I’ve done extended fasts for the past 3 years but without dieting discipline and mostly for detoxing/healing my body. This time I’m focusing a bit more on weight loss. Last week I did...
Looking for tips/feedback on my recipe! I've done multi-day and alternate-day fasting in the past, but those have never been long enough fasts to warrant that I replenish my electrolytes, so this snake juice bit is new to me. It's day 3...
Hey redditors, I just tried water fasting from the 17th to the 21st, but had to break the fast today after I started getting weak. I previously did my first fast from the June 3rd to June 6th, and it was great,...
My mental health has been in the dumps all last week, and it's not shaping up to be any better this week. I had scheduled this week to be the start of a 5 day fast. These can be rough,...
Stats: M | 5'10" | SW: 331.6 lbs | CW: 289.6 lbs I'm genuinely at a loss here. At the start of December, I posted [my November water fasting update](https://www.reddit.com/r/fasting/comments/r6gaa7/november_water_fasting_progress_471h_total/) where I was losing weight at a pretty good pace (accounting...
M/24/CW:193lbs/GW:159lbs. In the last 3 months I've lost 38.1lbs from exercise and dieting. My longest fast was also my most recent one, ranging 3 days. All my bloodwork, heart and liver panels are normal and I'd like to fast...
Am I doing something wrong? Been taking electrolytes and magnesium. Drinking water. This is my second time doing a water fast and the last one felt so much better.
Can any women share their results when doing a 4 or 5 day fast per week? I’m considering fasting Sun evening > Friday evening and feasting the rest of the days OMAD or below dailyTDEE. Would love to hear your...
Disclaimer. I ask this here because in my country it takes quiet a lot of time before I get a doctor appointment. I know that I can not get any medical advice from Reddit. I don’t seek that and rather...
Would love accountability friends to help push through this fast starting right now. Let’s make the lat bit of the year count! Edit: made a group for fasting support, talk about anything related to fasting. Send me a message and I...
This is my check-in. So far, I think I should make the full 10 without a refeed -- at least I'm optimistic at the moment. I'm sharing some thoughts in hopes it helps others. To be clear, this fast is...
**FINAL UPDATE:** Made it 19 days! I really really wanted to go till 21-25 but the nausea just got to be waaaaay too bad after Day 14 or so. No matter how much I chug electrolyte water I was perpetually...