I have been fasting for a little over 2 weeks, and have been doing 18:6. I have lunch and dinner and that’s it, no special diet, just trying to eat as healthy as possible. I have been looking at doing...
hi! im a new starter doing alternative day fasting ! im in my in my 4th day now and i was wondering what are the best ways to break fast without my gut hurting me all day .
Basically the title I'm interested in others opinions on the best foods, conditions, and procedures to break your fast. Also the differences for short and long fasts. Thanks!
Hey guys! I’m currently on my 9th day of my water fast and I’m feeling great. I was thinking about how I will keep the weight that I’ve lost during the fast off and not gain it again when I...
I’m 5’6 F around 200 lbs (have a past of being obsessed with the scale and don’t want to get on yet) and want to lose around 50-60 lbs. I’m not new to dry fasting, and currently 45 hrs into...
Best time of the day to start a 3 day fast?
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Looking into prolonged fasting for healing. Any advice for prepping (what to prep with and for how long) as well as how to break + refeed. I have experience with short 48-72 hr dry fast, but I am going for...
Fat loss is far more important than muscle retention, by the way. Should I also stop talking my supplements during water fasts? Omega 3 Multi Vitamin D3 Probiotics Curcumin
So I'm doing a 7-day fast on Monday three right now and I'm trying to think about what I should do on the day actually start eating again. I was thinking about Mary downing a probiotic first and then waiting...
I have been doing intermittent fasting since the beginning of the summer. I have been doing 17 to 18 hour fasts then having a 6 hour window to eat. I feel it has helped me but I still get...
I've understood from experience and testimonials that it is beneficial to clear the system before a DF . What are some of the methods/techniques/supplements you guys use to do this. ??? I've discovered that Isabgol (psyllium husk) is great for...
Hi All, I’m looking to lose the final 25 lbs of weight and have plateaued with eating/exercising. I’m also on medication that makes me retain weight and unfortunately I can’t change this med but have been able to...
Hi. So, I'm on a new weight loss kick/plan/journey idk what to call it. I want to feel healthier. I'm doing some more cardio and counting calories but I think IF will help me a bunch. But I'm not sure...
I couldn’t find any good video on the subject except from the Snake Diet guy who said to 72 hour rolling fasts because that’s the sweet spot where you don’t lose too muscle (which I prefer not to do). Then...
I’ve done if for a few weeks but never an extended fast that lasts more than a day. I was wondering what the best length to clear inflammation and cystic acne is.
Intermittent fasting used to be a daily thing for me, but I fell hard off the wagon about a year ago because of challenging life circumstances. I've gained some weight and I want to get in better shape for this...
For the past 3 years Ive done 16:8 - 20:4 abd even OMAD. All the time I was loosing fat slowly but surely but I couldnt keep my muscles or gain muscles. Im wondering what woukd be the best for an...
Should I do daily 18/6 or twice a week 24hrs or some prolong fast? I have eczema.
I am borderline overweight/ just over normal BMI (BMI is \~25). I find that I don't lose weight (or very very very slowly) doing 16:8 or even OMAD. Can I get suggestions on what fasting protocol do people in my...
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Looking for some food ideas for my vegetarian self to introduce over the next few days. With the emphasis on nutrition and bowel health. I am on day 7 of a fast. Had water and green tea in this time....
Hi all! I have fasted on and off for awhile and had one really good year of success and would like to get back to that. I frequently have sleep issues when I do so and was curious if anyone...
I currently have Fasting tracker app for Android. (Red icon with a fork) Its okay but I was wondering what everyone else uses. I seem like I'm the one one to use this particular app on here. I've got...
I am looking to lose some weight because what I am doing now (cardio and lifting) is not working. my friend says I have to do something extreme to lose the pounds because I am at my plateau. my co-worker...
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I usually fast for fat loss/re aligning my relationship with food. I would do this for up to 36hours, but usually less. I have been reading/hearing that 16hours is the best fast length for fat loss. Has anyone had any experience...
Looking for some advice. I (29M) have been struggling with weight gain and loss for about 5 years since leaving college. I am interested in trying IM but I have a few conditions to my life that are making it...
I am writing this from my gym since I am feeling very lethargic after I broke my 48h fast two hours ago. I notice that eating anything before my workouts ( protein shake, a banana, chicken breast) makes me feel very...
Most intermittent fasting is done in the middle of the day, but I won’t be able to do that. I was wondering if anyone knows anything about doing the opposite, eating very early and then eating very late, or anything...
I'm a big dude ( 30yo male, 340lb, 6'5) and i've just started in intermitent fasting. For me it's pretty easy to stay a whole day without eating (eating just the dinner, for example), but in my first week it seems...
42y, lifting for over 16yrs, OMAD for over 8 years. For health benefits but also to keep body fat in check i'd like to do 1 longer fast once a month (and OMAD during the rest of the month). What...
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I have tried fasting before and have had some success. I feel I am finally moving in a direction that I am sick of how I look and feel at times. I am curious what people may think is the...
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Hello guys, hope u r well. I am over weight and been like that and unhealthy for years now. I have no problem fasting it doesn’t feel hard for me. I want to start IF tomorrow and start losing weight. 1)...
My current eating window is 12pm - 8pm and I only have lunch and dinner. I'm being about 90% consistent with this window. My goal with intermittent fasting is to lose weight. I am not exercising or being consistent with it....
Anyone have recommendations for the best / classic books recommending a fasting lifestyle from the last couple years? I’m looking to get back on track and looking for a good book to inspire me
Been fasting on and off this past year but want to go on a 3 day water fast to kick start my weight loss journey. What are the best ways to prepare myself and what should I be looking forward...
I’ve decided to dedicate 2023 to getting healthy after being overweight most of my life (and obese since I graduated from law school). Both my parents have died in the last few years, and I want to get healthy to...
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Say I wanted to lose about 100 pounds in 120 days or so, what routine is best? How long do you think it would take me to lose 10 waist inches? Thanks.
1: laxatives like magnesium to clear you out before fasting 2: adequate electrolyte hydration leading up fast, tons of him salt, potassium salt, magnesium salt 3: being in mild ketosis at start of fast helps transition 4:...
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Im on 16:8 and on deficit but the weight refuses to budge. I wonder if I need to shorten the eating window. Do you have a window that worked best for you to lose weight? (I cannot do OMAD ever)
Hey everyone, I wanted to create a post because I feel like I have seen a bunch of posts recently from people who have started fasting to lose weight and are struggling with either not losing any weight, or plateauing very...
I’m a Christian looking to be more connected spiritually and clean out my body with toxins. I plan to start Monday. I was thinking of a water/tea fast. Any advice?
Im at 82kg and want to go down to 78kg in about 2 months time. Im experienced with IF and like it a lot for the mental clarity and the weight loss. I only ever had problems with breaking the fast....
What do you think is the best? Fasting for a fortnight or more at a time (dry fasting and water fasting in alternation) or dry fasting for two to three days and then breaking the fast followed by another dry...
29 year old male SW: 220 CW: 207 GW: 185 I'm planning to do rolling 72s until I'm down to 185. However I'm curious what works for people to maintain a weight once you arrive? I've seen some say OMAD some say 48s. Wondering...
Hey all. I'm new-ish to IF, but have been trying it out the past few months. I started OMAD right before October and lost 20lb in about 3 weeks. Since then I haven't lost much weight, but I feel that...
Been doing some research on rolling 72 fasts with 1 day refeed, I just wanted to know if this was better than an extended fast (7+ days) and also, on refeeding days; what is the best thing to eat, and...
Recently I wrote an article that explores why fasting is a better way to reduce body fat than just counting calories. Here are some key takeaways: --Nowadays people are eating 5 or 6 times a day, rather than just 3 --Eating all day...
Recently I wrote an article that explores why fasting is a better way to reduce body fat than just counting calories. Here are some key takeaways: --Nowadays people are eat 5 or 6 times a day, rather than just 3 --Eating all day...
I've been doing rolling 120 hour fasts for about two months now and they've been doing wonders for my weight loss and poor eating habits, but I've noticed quite a few people suggest that 96 hour fasts are best for...
I started at 5pm. Slept well, got up at 4am for work. Showered, brushed my teeth and gargled with Listerine in case of fasting halitosis. Went to work, did just fine. Got a little bit of a dry throat, but...
I have myself on a pretty strict low calorie diet + fasting and I know I'm missing a lot of nutrients. Does anyone have any recommendations for the best multivitamins they use while fasting? Thank you 🙏
In the past, I’d try cutting calories, and my metabolism would almost freeze. No matter how little I ate, I’d only lose a few pounds and I’d gain it back the moment I started eating normally. Keto during...
EDIT: Alrighty, everyone, that's a wrap! Thanks so much for the excellent questions. If you have more questions, check out the Fasting FAQ at my website, https://www.stevehendricks.org/fasting-faq, which has about 10,000 words of answers to the most common questions I...
I’ve always struggled with not knowing what is right for me. I’m fasting for weight loss. I’m so tired of seeing well you should, shouldn’t, etc. Most mornings I drink a coffee with a creamer that is 10 calories. Some...
Id imagine that the 48 hour fast is best of the three for weight loss, and more specifically fat loss, but how much of a difference does it truly make?
Curious to know about other people’s experiences, particularly interested to know about longer fasts (5+ days) but all experiences welcome :)
After day 2 it just doesn’t exist. At least it can never grab a hold of you on a dry fast. If it pops up it’s like a memory that fades fast
Im new… i read the wiki, but does fasting help you burn fat or do you only lose water weight? What are some good methods to use to burn fat and stuff…sorry i’m clueless, everyone seems very nice in this...
I’m working to lose 100 pounds over the next two months. I’ve done some 3 & 5 day dry fasts before, but with covid have had my eating habits changed for the worse lol. Hoping to do either a few...
It's the fruits refeed VS fats/probiotics refeed. I'd like to hear everyone's experiences for which is best. In past extended fasts (2 7 days, one 8 day) I refed with fruits, I'd usually break my fast with water then cucumber+apple...
If you are seeking to lose a substantial amount of weight like 50-60 pounds, would it be better to do shorter periods of fasting in a 18-6/ OMAD/ 36-48-60-72 hour fasts in a rolling fashion, or would extended fasts of...
So I have been attempting all week to break the 24 hr mark and get the ball rolling on an extended fast. My only hang up is in the middle of the night, I have a habit of shooting straight...
I really want to do a 40 day fast consuming juiced kale and seamoss and spring water only. I’m just a little scared of not being under any supervision. Plus this will be my first fast. Please any ideas?
**What makes food addictive?** Whenever we eat or drink something pleasant to taste, our body releases dopamine. Dopamine is a type of neurotransmitter, it is released by our neurons and plays a major role in the motivational component of reward-motivated behaviour....
Hi all. I’m a 21f 5’2 SW: 214 CW: 168 GW: 120 and I’m looking for some resources into longer term fasting. I’m curious as to what the cut off to that is and how it differs in terms of...
I was really fat as a kid, at 16 years old I lost alot of weigt 107kg —> 70kg (gained and lost 10 and after 20 again) am now 22. im now at 80/85 and i notice that my fat...
I am wondering if taking salt (presumably with a little water) breaks the dry fast. I am wondering if it is a good idea to take it. I am wondering what people's general experience is with salt while...
I was loving my fruit salads in the late mornings, was on top of the world, then i was getting a weird lump sensation in my throat and took forever to find out it was acid reflux. Anyway, when i knew...
I know Autophagy is meant to be good for you, weight loss, detoxing, anti-aging, anti-cancer, et. What I don’t know is what you’re meant to do once you hit Autophagy. How long do you need to be in Autophagy for...
Gonna start fasting soon. First things first im going to get a doctor to do a physical on me, and I'm gonna try and get some blood work done. I need to know if I have any issues (I might...
If you go on TikTok (or any social media), you'll find well-known health and weight loss experts (even doctors) saying that intermittent fasting is really just a way to get into a calorie deficit without calorie counting - and you...
I’m on day 3 of a hopefully longer fast. (Was going to fast for lent but started late). My dad’s 80th birthday is on April 1st and he wants to go to a restaurant with big meat dishes, potatoes ect....
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These days it's 37 degrees, I was thinking of doing a 3-4 day dry fast. Anyone have experience dry fasting in such heat?
So I am about to break a 10-day fast, and am well prepared for it to avoid refeeding syndrome. After doing some research it seems 10 kcal per kg of body fat should do the trick and this works out...
Can someone please explain how fasts longer than 3-4 days work? I see comments and posts saying that people have gone 2+ WEEKS. Am i missing something? I just don’t understand how that’s possible, im sure you see great benefits...
how do I fast for 30 days if I cant even make it past day 2 ? longest fast I have ever done was 5 days but it was a sugar free redbull fast meaning I only consumed redbull...
Hi all, lurker/commenter in this sub for a while now. I naturally did OMAD in my earlier 20s and felt great. I've also had long stretches (years) where I did 16:8 and that has been easiest for me overall. The...
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I recently lost weight through intermittent fasting and skipping, now I want to build muscle. I was wondering how to integrate intermittent fasting, weight training and running, in order to achieve increased muscle and also able to run the distance I...
What’s the best last meal before fasting to help prolong your fast?
Looking for a book that includes details on prolonged fasting (7 days plus). Also scientifically backed without any mystical woo stuff. I'm currently 4 days into a 7 day fast and always find it easier to read stuff around the subject...
If there’s a difference in effectiveness, by how much?
I fast from 12AM to 4PM... Usually I eat broccoli just before midnight to keep me full for the whole fasting. Then I go to sleep and wake up in the morning and wait intil 4 to eat. When I do eat,...
Hello fasting-peeps! 🌻 I gained around 20 lbs from binge eating after I stopped smoking and now I wanna lose this annoying extra pounds as fast as possible 🙏 But I'm lost which fasting style would be best: 14 day, ADF,...