Female 5'5" SW 196 CW 190 GW 130 With the weekend coming up some people may be breaking their fast soon. What are your plans for the holiday weekend/next week? I've changed strategy from 120 hour fast to 60 hour fast....
I broke my fast 5 days in. Was hoping to get to 7. I had sardines in olive oil, 1 avocado and 2 anchovies in olive oil. This is all I plan to eat before recommending tomorrow. Will I still...
After many YouTube videos I've come to this conclusion, I want to truly help myself and others who struggle with the issue of not knowing how to break the dry fast with soo many different videos out there promoting either...
I'm 23 years old, 6'4, 370 lb. My goal weight is 220 lb (100kg). I want to lose 130 lb in 5 months and 11 days. I plan to do this by fasting 5 days a week (at least 3 days...
Hi everyone, I am super brand new to this reddit thing, please offer feedback on my plan if anyone has any advice! I suppose my biggest question is about if it's a good idea to do a 72...
I’m a software developer. This is sometimes a very demanding job intellectually. I work as a contractor and I’m thinking that when this one is up next month, I’ll switch to a non-coding job that isn’t stressful for...
Hey everyone, I've had some experience doing ADF and learned a lot. Made some good progress that I've undone since shifting to 16:8 and having a lot of issues transportation wise to get into a gym for the past few months. Next...
I’m preppin to fast for one week after Christmas to detox. I’ve done a 72hour fast two weeks ago and have done a month long period of alternate day fasting right before that. Right now I’m not fasting. Any tips,...
Hi all I'm starting a new fast today and will be doing a 72h minimum fast every first day of the month. My question is, what are your plans after you finish the fast ? Do you commit to never eating or drinking...
Hey guys!! This is my first Reddit post and it's because I'm starting this water fast. I have done 2 other 3\-day water fasts and always broke them before I could reach day 4 so I'm setting myself a goal...
Started back on 16:8 recently and was thinking of inserting a 24hr fast regularly. Getting confused on what a 24hr fast would mean. I’m already doing 16 so 24 doesn’t seem like much more. Is it more of just...
Hi, all. I just hit the highest weight on the scale for my whole life (190 lb) and I don't like this trend. As a 42M, I don't want my weight to continue to creep upward during the rest of my...
Male 95kg 179cm Night shift Job Appreciate it a lot.
So basically ive been reading up abt fasting and all but most sources i find only tell up to 72 hours, no info for 100 hours +, is there anyone who can provide some insight on what starts to happen...
I'm a real sweet tooth. I love love love chocolate and pastries with my morning and afternoon tea/coffee and just some sour candy each night while watching movies, but I've realized I cannot keep living like this since I'm...
I have fasted in the past. Longest waterfast was 14 days. Did it strictly for weight loss before. But now I need to do it for healing reasons. I am doing keto for a few weeks,...
Hi everyone, I recently received, read and was impressed by the Michael Moseley fast 800 plan, so I did some looking around the internet and have found a fair few people who start... But never seem to post updates or...
Is there any packaged electrolyte supplement plan I can get for fasting that gives me everything I need daily for a water fast? I tried getting them individually but it gave me a headache trying to work out dosage.
I am new to fasting and I am wondering if there is a fasting plan where I’d be able to eat a lot in one day or two then go back to fasting for weight loss. I would also like...
i've done a seven day fast in december, and while most of it was miserable, the last two days were the easiest. thus i figured i'd try again and go longer this time, planning for at least 14 days, ideally...
Hello fasting community, Like many of us over Christmas, I plan to overindulge (and have frankly already started!), but would like to kick January off with a week long fast to shed my water weight and really get in the zone. How...
Would love to have a partner through this. I'm looking to do a 14 day fast, but this being my first extended fast I plan to listen to my body to see how far I can go. F/21/5'3" CW: 148lbs GW:...
I just started am OMAD IF plan (23hr fast daily, no OMAD food quality restrictions) and I promptly lost 20 lbs in 3 weeks (YMMV - as I started at 345). Footnote: doing IF for weight loss - initially. But in...
2005 was my longest fast at 21 days. That was “master cleanse” fast. Since then, fasting has fascinated me. 2021 I began alternating day fasting, with a 3-day fast once a month. I lost 90 lbs and reversed my ailments...
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...
I'm currently on a 5 day dry fast that ends on Sunday. After that I'll be water fasting for 2-3 days before refeeding. My thoughts going forward is to do a 2 meal a day carnivore feeding with water between...
I am currently doing an extended water fast. I just want to make sure I am doing this properly. I’ve read articles and listened to podcasts and believe I am but would like some input on my plan below. I...
How are you planning to deal with friends/family asking you to join in? I'm in the US and will be fasting through Thanksgiving and Christmas, ending my final extended fast on January 1st.
Plan on living on snake juice all of July 20 M 5’10 SW:215 CW:181 GW:160 longest fast so far 4days.
(Posted this in other fasting reddits but the more advice the merrier!) Ive done 24 hour fasts once a week for three weeks and I love the mental and physical challenge. I wanna push to try 36 hour, I just have...
Hey so I started a dry fast with a water fast at first, and then after 10 hours I took my last sip of water and transitioned over to a dry fast. My question is, I've done 1 day dry...
I plan to start a water fast tomorrow morning (Wednesday morning) and this is my first fast. I will not break the fast until Saturday morning, but I plan on attending a party on Saturday night and there will be...
I want to do my first fast starting in a few hours how do I eat to prepare to I eat normally or overload any general tips to get me through?
Over the summer I began fasting to lose weight and get in shape for my ice hockey season. It worked great. During the season, I consistently went with OMAD, and it worked great. Now, the season is over, and honestly,...
56/M here, overweight all my life. I started losing weight somewhere around 310 pounds, started IF at 290, and after about 30 days I'm down to 278. However, it's my other vitals including BP and blood glucose that drove me...
I was hoping to receive some advice on how to get started on rolling fasts, more specifically, the 72-hour one. My primary goal is to lose weight and minimize loose skin, but I don't have any experience with fasting aside...
Hello! I'm a lurker who finally mustered up the courage to post here. It's encouraging to have a community of folks who are taking their health into their own hands. Anyway, some details about me and this fast: - 33/Female/5'5" - SW:...
planning a 7 day fast next week, also planning on walking 7-10 miles a day. anyone have experience exercising every day during a long fast?
I’m day 3 of a 4 day fast. my plan is to dry fast for 3 days then on the 4th only drink lemon water My question is what are some signs that i’m dangerously dehydrated and should drink water on...
I planned to do a 48 hour fast, which is due to end in a few hours. I’m a little hungry, I know if I make my usual OMAD meal I’ll eat it all and enjoy it. But I’m kinda...
Ok, I can see how that title may have been a tad inflammatory but I do need to do just that, I'm having a colonoscopy. The procedure is sometime Wednesday but I figure I may as well do it in...
I was already performing Intermittent Fasting without knowing about it. I didn't eat anything between 8pm to 10 am. Thought I missed sometimes. I lost 10-12 pounds over a period of time without being aware of it. I was thinking about...
I am about 62 hrs in. Then my mom did something extremely random & cooked french fries in the morning. I asked her who was she cooking it for herself? She says for me to eat. That really made my blood boil...
Hello guys! I actually did the 24h fasting already. But I was wondering what is allowed to “drink” while fasting. Except green tea and water? And do you guys have any plan for fasting? Like do you do it regularly? Each month or...
Pretty much what the title says. I’m planning to do an extended water fast (with electrolytes/vitamins) and wondering if anyone else is planning to do the same? Would love to have someone to chat with during this. Additionally please feel...
I'm doing a 72 hour fast. My plan was to go from Sunday at noon - Wedndsday at noon. This morning I had a doctor's appointment and I had to drink an ensure (protein / fat / carbs and 350...
Are you starting a new fast this week? We'll be posting this thread every Sunday, at the beginning of every calendar week, so you can check in and tell us about your plans for a fasting this week!
Hi everyone! I would like to start off by saying I’m not telling you how to do a water fast or the right way to attempt it, I’m sharing my experiences and would like to meet people with the same...
Well, they say “starve a cold.” My appetite is low anyways. I’m going to go ahead and try my planned 2 day fast (from dinner tonight to dinner Friday) and see how it goes. Honestly right now the break...
Hi everyone ☺️ Details about myself Female Height : 5'6 Age :27 Weight : 88/89 kg ( keeps fluctuating) I started hard dry fast on Saturday around 1.00 am (5/11/22) with starting weight 88.80 kg When I weighed myself today ( 7/11/202) it was 85.75 kgs I...
Being doing IF for almost 2 years now, occasionally switching to OMAD/warrior diet when need be. My eating window is normally 1 PM to 9 PM. On Christmas, my family normally put on a huge breakfast in which I've (over)...
I realize this is a weak question, but how do you guys handle it when you want to keep a fast going but you also don’t want to lose all your friends by bailing on plans? Or be awkward and...
To keep this short, I'm thinking of dry fasting as long as I'm comfortable with (ideally 9-11 days) and transitioning into an electrolyte water fast and would love for some experienced dry fasters to just correct me, add or take. Preparation: Fasting...
I never thought I would make it this far! I have been struggling to do OMAD for months. After a solid week of eating way too much food and seeing a really inspiring post about multi day fasting I was...
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 on day 7 of an extended water fast and I plan on continuing on to finish my first 31 day fast. I've done multiple 10 day fasts before in the past and for the month leading up to...
I watched a video of someone fasting for 41 days. I plan to fast for a while but not that long. What's the longest you've gone and how hard is 41 days? Is that even possible?
Hello ​ I've been doing IF for years, and I do like 30h fasts every other month, I did 60 h fast a few years ago, and know I plan to fast aroud 70h fast. I'm male, 28 years old and I have...
Hi everyone. 25 m here. 5 ft 9 120KG/265lbs (aka very fat) I have done some prolonged fasting in the past (72 hours) and I did them back to back. I lost nearly all of my excess weight and...
Hi everyone. 25 m here. 5 ft 9 120KG/265lbs (aka very fat) I have done some prolonged fasting in the past (72 hours) and I did them back to back. I lost nearly all of my excess weight and...
I plan on doing a 3 day fast. I never done a 3 day fast. I was wondering if their is any helpful tips. And if there is anyone who wants to do a 3 day fast with me.
Gonna start with a spoonful of olive oil as ive seen that suggested alot then an hour later some greek yogurt and some fermented veg such as pickled onions/olives/beetroot then for dinner I’m gonna have some steamed broccoli, carrots and...
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...
So I recently weighed myself the 22nd of this month, saw that I weighed 310.8 Lbs. This profoundly upset me. So I decided to start a 7 day water fast that started on the 23rd, but I plan to go...
I've heard that before your period you should take your fasts lightly. But then when it's the best time? Specially for prolonged fasts. Sometimes when I'm on my period I really don't want to eat, I think one time I...
I’m 29/F starting weight 244.8lbs, current weight 208.4lbs. I’ve lost 36.4lbs since August. I mostly do water fasting (please don’t ban me for mentioning that.) I’m looking for some advice on if I will be able to do dry fasting...
Succeeded without difficulty with first 42 hour fast last week. Tried again this week and made it through 24 hrs feeling pretty good. It was hard to sit down at dinner with my husband and two kids and did feel...
1. I take biotin pills regularly and period painkillers (prescribed by doc) once a month during periods. Should I keep taking them during fasting? 2. My upcoming planned fasting period overlaps with my period window and I’m thinking of either...
Hi! I’m on day 3 of my first 7 day fast, I plan to do one feeding day every 7 days to reach my goal and then continue my keto diet to maintain I am F, 23 yrs, 5’7, SW...
I’m currently fasting my stopwatch tells me it’s been 42 hours I plan to get as close to 72 hours! I’m not doing this to loose weight I have some unrelated-health issues I’m trying to see if fasting helps. I’m...
Hello All, Tomorrow i will be starting a 5 day water fast. I plan on lifting 2 days during that window. Will I be losing much muscle in that process even though I'm doing heavy lifting to stimulate the muscles in...
Gonna start with a spoonful of olive oil as ive seen that suggested alot then an hour later some greek yogurt and some fermented veg such as pickled onions/olives/beetroot then for dinner I’m gonna have some steamed broccoli, carrots and...
Finished a 9 day fast right before my period and I’m in hell. Between the very low cal refeed period and intense sugar cravings, mood swings etc while pms-ing and 6 pound weight gain in 2 days, making me feel...
I plan on taking a one-day break after the 10 days dry fast is over. I plan on drinking water (duh), orange juice and eating fruits. I will then start another 10-day dry fast. Starting weight: 215 LBS Current weight: 196.8...
Has anyone had success with a 16/8 or 18/6 fasting plan while drinking diet soda during your fasting time??
Hi guys, for about 2 years I played with fasting. 16/8, one meal a day etc but mainly 20/4. Would train heavy weight training prior to ending my fast and.was 8% bodyfat. Looked good and felt good . I then ruptured...
Hey, I'm 24 years old female and I started fasting 5 days ago. I have managed to do fasting before though it wasn't as rigorous or as controlled as it is now. At one point I managed to go for...
Does anyone have any type of dry mixed with water fasting plan for someone 100 pounds overweight(F, 5’7) to lose 50 pounds in 5 weeks? I want to do this twice with a break of 1.5-2 months in between to...
I'm type 2. I'd like to give fasting (not intermittent fasting) a try. **From reading articles and posts, i think my biggest concern would be blood sugar dropping too low.** I'm not on insulin, but i am on 3 different...
Hello guys im 20 hours into a dry fast planning to do a 48 hour fast for fat loss what do I eat when I break the fast?
Like to know everyone’s fasting plan when we all get to spend time with our friends & families. How are you going to maintain your fasts?
My lifestyle has been very bad for the past two years, I don't eat breakfast, lunch and only eat dinner (junk food) and drink 2 liters of coke everyday. Sedentary lifestyle, close to zero physical activity other than walking my...
I’m 23F - 5’9” - 142lbs (GW: 125) I was fasting from Monday until today (Thursday). I wanted to keep going until Saturday, but I cracked and ate a KFC biscuit, 1 scoop of mashed potatoes and an itty bitty piece...
This is my first 48 hour fast. My goal is to reach ketosis. I ate my multivitamin this morning without thinking, 3g sugar 15 calories. If I hold this fast for the original 48 hours should I still hit my...
I started it not knowing that it would turn into a 72hr fast! I still have 5 hours remaining, but I'm feeling great, and up until the last hour I wasn't feeling hungry at all (I'm now making chicken broth...
Before I begin this post, I owe an apology to u/SpaghettiOnTuesday for my rude response. They are right. I broke my fast and I am not longer fasted. Now for what everyone wants to know: Starting weight: 163.2 pounds End weight: 144.8 pounds Height:...
Hello! Welcome to [r/intermittentfasting](https://www.reddit.com/r/intermittentfasting/)! Whether you’re just starting out or getting back into your routine after a break, this thread is a great place to start. We try to be a friendly and informative place for newcomers, lurkers and longtime...
Hi All, I have been suffering from frequent sickness since last 6 months, I get fever/flu it goes away in 2-3 days but cough, the f\*\*\*ing cough stays for 3-4 weeks, It is such horrible cough that my stomach aches,...
Hi! Currently on hour 48 ish of my first long water fast, the plan is to re feed early Thursday, so around 100 hrs and wanting to hear from you guys how your experience have been. Thinking of eating...
I did a dry fast for 48 hours and a few more like 5-6 and finally managed to hit my desired weight and wish to maintain it from now. Now I'm a bit nervous about breaking the fast. What I...
Is it healthy to follow at 16:8 IF plan but also fast for 48 hours a week? Everything I’m reading talks about a 5:2 plan where you eat normal 5 days of the week but I’m thinking about doing 16:8...
As part of my new year resolution I tailored a 20/4 fasting plan. The idea is to have a salad and soup every day 4pm. Depending on schedule I get to enjoy a lunch 4hours before – or 4 hours after...
The title is pretty self explanatory, I’ve been on birth control and it’s put my hormones out of whack. I’ve seen women eating to their menstrual cycle and i want to try it, but i have to eat around 4...
**TL/DR**: *Struggling with losing weight and adhering to carnivore diet due to random binge eating despite much increase in physical activity/exercise.* Hello folks, I've dabbled with fasting in the past and using snake juice but haven't been consistent with it and...
I'll get some background out of the way first. Water fasted before, 48h max, currently overweight, so plenty of fuel available. Reason for fasting is to reduce calorie consumed during the week and eventually naturally reduce portions I'm eating. I...
So I fasted a couple times before this , the first time I did 36 hour fast , then broke my fast like an idiot, ate a huge breakfast, lots of carbs and some processed shit and I felt gross...
Hello. I'm near the end of day 2 on my first water fast. I'm taking a 400mg magnesium supplement in the morning and have a mixture of lo-salt for potassium and salt for sodium to hit good electrolyte levels that I'm...
Trying hard but I’ll either break my fast early, eat later at night, or both. It’s like I have no will power any more! I tell myself I’ll do better tomorrow and then I don’t! I’m desperate to be successful...
I'm currently 56h in into my fast, planned to eat in the morning. I also want to start a 7 Day fast after that refeed. Honestly I feel really great and I feel like I can just go longer, but...
So I am looking to add more weight on my body. I have had serious autoimmune and still have a ton of health issues. I had my colon removed and have a jpouch. Using good diet, dry fasting and some...