After 24h of waterfasting my Ketostrips barely change color, deep purple after 48h! Do I even burn any fat in 24h, or does my body just use glycogen which it refills when I eat again and no actual bodyfat was...
Hello! So I am starting a long term fast tomorrow. I am unsure of how long, but listening to my body and when my hunger kicks in. I am wondering if I am on the right train of thought to...
Hi all, I've been fat at some points in my childhood which made excess fat and skin on hands and hips. I'm pretty skinny now, 200lbs at 6'6 but I still have good amounts of fat on the hips. I...
Hi everyone, I have been trying to cut some fat, I have to burn around 10kg of fat to achieve my desire goal. I find dieting more demanding that I was expecting, I have a pretty wild and busy schedule for...
I'm still a little confused about where and how fasting and CICO overlap. Extremely popular (and apparently effective, too) apps such as Noom live and die by CICO, but fasting techniques such as IF seem to preach that CICO doesn't...
Started IF January 07, 2022, doing 18:6 and already feeling great. Lost 3.5 lbs already (assuming mostly water weight). 32m 6'3" started at 260 lbs. Mainly eating twice a day (12pm and 6pm, with the odd snack). Now when I am...
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...
Yo guys. Hope you’re well. I’ve been doing IF and it’s been working phenomenally for me. Doing that, combined with some longer 24-48 hour fasts has let my weight drop like a stone. I had a question about using these 24...
My understanding is fat burning happens when your insulin is at a lower level and your body depletes all it's glycogen. Let's say you do cardio when you start your fast, will this increase the amount of time you'll be...
I came across an article which claims our body will burn muscle mass while you dry fast. (without saying if this applies to overweight and / or regular people lol) And it also claims you HAVE to drink water because your...
I know consuming anything with calories technically breaks a fast, and that the Celsius has about 10 per can, but from a purely fat burning perspective does it matter? Especially if i’m using it as a pre workout and water...
Hey, I’m new to the whole fasting thing and I’m starting out with intermittent fasting. Am I still burning fat while fasting for the 16 hours or do I need to fast longer to burn fat?
So I just completed 14 day water fast, I broke my fast with the water of vegetables/chicken soup, a tiny chicken piece, parsley and a small mushroom piece. The burn was negligible when I was eating the soup, mushroom and...
Hey Everyone, So I used to follow the Snake Juice and fast for 5-days each week, but it has become difficult as hell recently. I no longer have the strength to work out and fast for such a period of time. During...
Using very basic calculations, if we can assume 1 period of a 24hr fast = 0.5lb burned, it would take 20 days of 24hr fasts to burn 10lbs, right? Given the above, how does this work with OMAD at maintenance?...
I've been using Zero, and I know not to give too much credence to the zones it gives, as they are guidelines and suggestions. Without actually measuring blood glucose I would be hard pressed to be accurate. Currently doing 18:6 intermittent...
What’s the science behind this? I’ve read things like exercising while fasted increases calories burned by 20% as opposed to not fasted. I’ve also heard numerous, numerous claims that you can ‘eat a little more’ calorically the tighter your fasting...
I do OMAD everyday, i eat once a day for 1 hour and then fast the rest. This is how i maintain my weight and sometimes i lose some, depending on what i eat when I break my fast. I...
**How often can I fast? Can I do it regularly? I heard it slows your metabolism if done continuously. How often do you fast?**
Just listened to a podcast with Dr Fung and he said that between 24h and 36h fasting you burn protein and after 36h you start burning body fat. What do I burn during the first 24h fast then?
Does running while fasting enhance the fat burn and calorie burn effects? Anyone run fasted? Looking to start and to hear your tips!
I’ve been thinking about this for a while now… The building blocks of muscle are protein so we need protein to grow muscle after hypertrophy. Fasting creates accelerated GH which promotes growth while also switching to ketones as fuel so...
IF newbie here. I’m currently on day 2, slowly testing the waters to see if this lifestyle is for me. I’m curious—as a long time follower of CICO—will IF still benefit me assuming I know my TDEE and am eating...
If I fast for more than 16 hours and eat in a shorter window will this enhance my weight loss or body fat loss?
i see different things. some sources said that 18 hours did as much as 20 hours. if that’s the case then why do people try to fast longer? sometimes even days? what does it do? after a certain point does your...
Do you guys feel ok taking Over The Counter medications like Tylenol or Pepcid during your fast? This heart burn is kicking my butt.
I do 36 hours mainly to burn an extra 3000 cal a week (my daily maintenance). Was wondering if itd be healthy to add a second 36 hours fast in order to burn even more cals and get to my...
What’s better for me? I workout everyday mostly cardio and walk a lot for work. Would it be safe for me to do a 48 hour fast if I burn 1500 to 1700 calories as a 5”7 135 pound male?...
My goal is to lose 10-12 pounds of fat, and I'm considering achieving this by doing as many 3 day water fasts followed by 3 days of regular eating (at maintenance or just below) until I reach this goal. However...
I am right smack in the middle of fasting for 21 days and I've been using it as a learning tool about my body. I also chose fasting due to claims that it won't reduce my metabolism in the long...
* **Type** of fast (water, juice, smoking, etc.) * **Context** of fast (start, end, day x of y, etc.) * **Length** of fast (8 hours, 3 days, etc.) * **Why?** What you hope to accomplish with your fast * **Notes** How is it going...
It’s been working for me because I also pair it with a calorie deficit. But I can’t tell if it’s the OMAD alone or the calorie deficit that is helping me to lose weight. I do realize the longer you...
As usual with fasting, the scientific studies seem to be conflicted or inconclusive. I was listening to [this](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lyT3eKhSFjw) podcast with Steve Hendricks, author of The Oldest Cure In The World, where he talked about studies that show it's better to eat...
One of the big myths out there is that fasting will "burn" up your muscles, and you'll waste away. Sure, you *can* lose some muscle mass while fasting. But that's mainly if: A) You're not someone who should be fasting in the...
One of the big myths out there is that fasting will "burn" up your muscles, and you'll waste away. Sure, you *can* lose some muscle mass while fasting. But that's mainly if you don't have body fat to lose and you...
Hi all. I completed a 2 week fast from 1/8 to 1/22. I started the fast at about 214 and finished at 191.4. It was my 2nd fast and I was ecstatic about my progress. I made serious life changes as...
Despite having done so much research into intermittent fasting and calorie restriction, I’m still super unclear on some of the mechanisms of the two: i If the role of intermittent fasting in fat loss is to lower insulin so that the...
What food to break the fast with so your palate doesn't get all burned up and painful? You know what I mean, right? Used banana today to break a 36 hour fast and it's burning A LOT. Would expect bananas...
Hi guys iam starting at 220 pounds(100kg). I want to lose around 60 pounds or 25 kg. Iam thinking of water fasting 3 days a week. When should I expect to reach my goal?
I’ve seen several posts extolling the benefits of weight lifting in a fasted state and decided to do some (casual/Google) research to learn more about it. For some background: I normally break my fast the night before a gym session,...
This guy has a good video on efficiency of Dry Fasting: https://youtu.be/GeQYsBMxW1I?t=1797 (29:57 for conclusion, 31:38 for adjusted BMR). But, since this is only 40 hours Dry Fasted, he explains that his body is probably not functioning on 100% fat...
Feels great for health, not good for weight loss.
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?
Hi, I am currently on day 7 of what I hope to be a 21 day water fast. I supplement with electrolytes, and honestly feel pretty good. I read up on the science of fasting, and how as your body...
In my research, I’ve read this increases the efficacy of the fast and burns more fat. Thoughts? Should I try to schedule workouts during my fast within reason? Thank you
Can I get some advice on my current routine? I dry fast pretty much all day outside of consuming a 150 calorie protein shake and fruit within a 30 minute window after my workout. I burn through it pretty fast...
I plan to do rolling 72s for the next month, purely for the weight loss, that’s all I care about. Does exercise make any difference when water fasting for 3 days, and if so, what type of exercise? Like walking...
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...
Hi! I am not currently overweight (I’m 156cm/ 5’1 and 50kg/ 110lbs), but I would like to lose about 3kg/ 7lbs to get rid of some pouchy fat around my waist, and stubborn fat around my arms and thighs. I...
I like longer fasts. Recently I completed a 7 day fast but noticed my weight loss was slowing down by day 6. Are long fasts worth it?
My business partners meet me over zoom and I’m wondering if it would be feasible on there. Let me know your experience!
Is noon-1pm the ideal time to start your OMAD? I think it is because: The sun is brightest during the mid point day - our biorhythms are most awake at this time including digestion Fasting in the morning is relatively easy - esp...
I weigh about 240lbs rn with a lot of built up muscle from working out for years but I also have gained some fat. How would you recommend I fast to optimize fat burn and keep as much muscle and...
Over the past month I’ve been eating 1500 calories a day, doing 16:8 IF and cardio for 30 minutes a day. I’ve seen results, but sometimes my schedule gets in the way. Nights like tonight are not uncommon. My responsibility...
I’ve read conflicting studies. Anybody know if there’s a scientific consensus on whether or not it’s possible to maintain muscle mass while doing an extended (2+) day fast? I’ve read that growth hormone surges after around 24 hours, and that...
I heard people say fasting for 3 days each fast helps achieve the quickest/best weight loss. Now I wonder whether 3 days or 7 days is the better solution for my goal. What do y'all recommend? Thank you so much & stay...
Hello all, hopefully I will get a response for this post. I have been fasting for a few years (36 hrs to 110hrs). I am currently on medication that needs protein to work. However, I really want to do a...
I am on day 7 of fast ...I want to do a 30 day but I read couple of bloggers saying there was barely any wt loss from day 21 to day 30. Kindly pour in your experience and help...
Anyone doing 23/1 ? I’d love to have support and suggestions. I’m doing low carb 23/1 fast so I can burn the damn fat. This fat needs to come off I’ll try this for a month and provide update .
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I don’t know if this is going to help me but I started this year highly motivated. I was fasting every week for over 180hrs in total. If you saw me you would know that’s not extreme at all. I...
Im at about 28 hrs dry. Longer total fast probably 48 plus hours fasting. I have been unrinating regularly. My cotton mouth is not nearly as bad as this morning. I am mostly headache free. Occasional mild headache! I...
Hey, I’m a high schooler who wants to fast to lose weight/fat (and gain muscle). I was thinking of taking vitamin pills every day (multivitamins with most of my daily intake), as well as, and I know this doesn’t count...
I have just finished reading the Obesity code by Jason Fung and have a question regarding CiCo. I know CiCo is a somewhat controversial and confusing topic but I can’t seem to find any answers for this question I have...
Disclaimer: it looks quite disgusting. But if anyone could offer me some information I'd be really grateful. What the heck is that? It smelled awful, and usually my dumps have a mild odor and look "healthy" (appropriate shape, texture and color)....
ive been bulking hard since the summer, currently at 17% bodyfat. my goal is to get to 12% by summer. i want to cut by fasting. I've never done a cut this way, usually, I've done a calorie-restricted cut in...
I’m very experienced with fasting, mostly 36 - 72 hour fasts. I used to be completely inactive when fasting (and in general too) but on a break from university so working at a grocery store for the time being. My...
Hi so starting February 1st I realized that I can fast again after not being able to for 2+ years and am down 10 pounds in the past couple of days through rolling 48s But for the past 3 days...
So I had been fasting a ton and having really great weightloss results, but was doing a bunch of endurance training and I think I lost too much muscle mass as a result. I started showing signs of thoracic...
I'm on day 9 of my water fast and I've transitioned to a state where the majority of the weight I'm losing is muscle and not fat. Does anyone have any tips or insight regarding how to avoid this -...
If I take a cup of milk before bed, will it prevent autophagy?
First Time Reddit Poster I unintentionally ate around 300 calories Monday-Wednesday last week, not realizing because I was eating protein and a bunch of veggies to being stuffed. So I thought I would just start the IF that I’d heard so...
I’m trying to eat dinner only but can’t stop time watching and feeling hungry in the day. What’s everyone’s thoughts on getting through this and powering through until your meal?
How much weight loss should I expect from 3 day water fast. Going to the gym 2x per day. 5’10 M 220.
Hello - F, 44, 157cm, CW 66kgs, GW55kgs here. I have been trying to move towards water and zero calories fasting and increase my window to 48-72 hours. But lack of good sleep on the fasting nights is worsening my...
I've been looking at some flavored green tea and herbal tea options to suppress appetite and increase fat burn during my fasting window. How do I tell if a particular tea will end my fast? Should I avoid flavored teas...
Good morning everyone, This is my second 7 day water fast in 4 -5 years. Now I can't really remember how I survived the first one, just know that I did and how amazing I felt afterwards. Im 32 just for...
Despite having done so much research into intermittent fasting and calorie restriction, I’m still super unclear on some of the mechanisms of the two: i If the role of intermittent fasting in fat loss is to lower insulin so that the...
I’m 6’2” 155 I want to fast for a few reasons but not to loose weight. I’m already pretty thin. Other than electrolytes what should I be doing? How much water do you generally drink a day? I would like...
I see ppl who took all the weight off 2 years ago and still maintain. I see ppl who took all the weight of, gained it all back, and are trying to lose it again. The main difference I see...
I’m interested in following the 5/2 plan of intermittent fasting (restrict calorie intake 2 days of the week) and am wondering how exercise affects the amount of calories you can take in on fasting days. If I am limited to...
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...
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...
Morning all. I need some help. I'm Male 6ft 4in - 26 stone (364lbs) and been using fasting to try and shift some weight. I do OMAD Monday to Friday. I'll have a fasting salts drink once a day on...
I am F/26, 5’3 and about 145 lbs.
So to cut to the chase, let's say I am doing a diet of about 1200 calories daily and do a 16/8(fasting/not fasting) fasting regimen. Obviously it's fine to once in a while break the fast early because something came...
So I’m underweight but doing 3 to 5 days dry fasts to heal my gut. I usually deplete my glycogen stores before fast to enter ketosis quicker. I was thinking, what if I have some carbs(via fruit) to stock up...
Trying to get proper amount of protein anybody having issues not getting enough protein while fasting? I feel good but want to make sure I'm still holding on to lean mass while I try to burn fat while fasting. Goal...
Lose weight first then start lifting weights? Basically I am a female is 100lbs overweight. I am 260lbs. I want to get down to at least 150lbs but I am trying to avoid loose skin. I don’t know if I should...
So I’ve always had a hard time losing weight. I can literally workout every day, and eat like salmon and spinach and barely anything else in a day. I just won’t budge one lb. However I’ve recently discovered with fasting,...
So I know a lot of you have lots of info around on fasting. In particular what I'm looking for relates to respiratory quotient (RQ) and fasting. So I think most of us are generally aware of the \~3 day...
hi all, I'm curious what you guys have seen as an ideal fasting length, to cut fat and preserve muscle. I'd seen Dr. Jason Fung mention that after 15 days or so the metabolic rate slows down, but that up...
This is an extract from Dr Filonov's book '20 Questions and Answers about Dry Fasting' This book has a wealth of information and I highly recommend purchasing it from [https://dryfasting.info/](https://dryfasting.info/) ​ What are the advantages of dry fasting compared to water fasting? In a...
Obviously you shouldn't eat an absolute massive amount of food but would you still lose weight if you had maybe a normal sized dinner and then snacked on candy and other stuff during the eating window? I'm doing 20 hour...
What if I started with 1 day dry fast to deplete glycogen in my liver quickly, then continue for 6 days water fasting? I think my body would go into forced ketosis after a day of dry fasting, and I'll...
I’m going to start 16:8 soon eating from 12 pm to 8 pm. My goal is to lose 10 lbs but I also want to build muscle mass. I can only workout at 5 am (lifting for 30 mins and...
I am doing somewhere between 16 and 18 hours of fasting most days. The zero app tells me I'm in fat burning after 16 hours, but thats a generic time. How would I know if my metabolism is slow and...
I finished my first 18 hour fast and feel great. Not sure what to do next though. Another 18? 20? I don't want to do next. I don't want to do too much too fast and get burned...