So I screwed myself and agreed to a job and have to lose weight quickly. My employers think I’m 20 lbs lighter ( put on quarantine weight because there was no work). I’ve done 48 he fasts before but it...
Hi, I did the 16:8 for about a year. Dropped about 15 lbs. This time I want to do it quick and lose more. Which do you find the most successful and how much time did it take you to...
Just starting , have 30 lbs to lose. Starting with an 8/16 fasting schedule. Can you drink zero calorie diet soda or tea during fasting hours? Can you change the fasting timeframe each week, so if you know of...
I started the OMAD diet about 2.5 weeks ago, this friday will be the third week. I'm 37 5'11 started at 270-275ish. Was diagnosed with fatty liver. Stopped seroquel about 10 days ago after many years on it. I've been eating...
I am doing 20/4 for the next 5 days to see how I like it and if I want to continue longer. I would just do OMAD but I like dinner and my fruity desserts before wind down time. 2...
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...
I weighted in at 250 a few days ago and I’m on day 3 of a 63 day water fast. One of the reasons why I chose fasting is because my doctor told me that I’m pre-diabetic, and fasting has...
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...
I (sw 191, gw 179) just weighed in after 8 weeks of IF & no booze. A can of Progresso soup (250-450 calories per can) for first meal, then a sensible dinner. An occasional slip (New Years eve,...
(Just as a note, I originally made this post on a throwaway that sadly didn't meet karma requirements because there are assholes that stalk my main profile.) Hello! (19M, 181 cm/ 5'11", 109,5 kg / 241 lbs) here! I got into...
So far I’ve heard only overwhelmingly positive things about IF. What are the downsides? These 3+ day fasts seem especially dangerous. Vitamin deficiency, malnutrition, hair loss, poor skin health, etc. are all common when we don’t get enough nutrition. How does...
It's something iv recently got in my head, do intuitive eating for 3 days and have little to no calories for 4 using black tea/coffee as an appetite suppressor, would this work for weight loss if it's sustainable?
Hi! Why do so many people say eating 800 calories a day for 4-6 weeks would cause health issues but some people water fast for a month at a time and it’s not frowned upon? Obviously in this scenario you...
I really need some advice. I've tried different diets and intermittent fasting but always fall off fairly quickly. However, IF seems more doable for me. Except, I feel like it isn't working. I'm only on day 13 so obviously I...
Alright, so I jumped right into my fasting routine, and am on hour 92 and a 1/2. I think I'll break it at hour 96 with OMAD or bone broth and veggies (depending on how my stomach feels). I'm down...
I fasted and did low carb for about 5 months and lost a lot of weight. Im the next year, i decided to stop smoking and ended up gaining rhe weight back. I decided to try to lose weight again this...
We generally hear one should not drop body weight suddenly saying it is not healthy. But, on prolong fasting we loose too much weight too fast. Like is this a healthy weight loss? I will be starting with 72s rolling at...
Hey all. This community has been tremendously helpful to me and so thanks very much for that. I wanted to get some advice. Since beginning of January, I've been doing ADF and more recently (in the last month or so)...
Hello, I was wondering what you guys think about the keto diet?
i've done a 30 day fast in the past but i started at a significantly lower weight and i lost 30 lbs (from 130lbs to 100lbs) now a couple years later my SW is around 170lbs. i'm starting my fast...
I need help! I have had 3 c_sections and my 3rd was in June 2022. I have started IF 16:8 but I don’t know how much it has worked since I have only lost 5-6 lbs in 2 weeks. Which...
Hi, This past month I have started time restricted eating in an attempt to start loosing weight. I am a 32 year old female, 5 foot 7, 170lbs. With my work schedule I usually fast between 6/7pm to 9pm most days,...
So I've even listening to Megan Ramos' new podcast (highly recommend) and she says that OMAD isn't great for consistent weight loss because the body is very adaptable and after a while it adapts to only eating one meal a...
Admittedly I only started trying IF again the last couple of days. I am doing well, meaning I don't feel hungry, I am motivated and there are no other physical issues to talk about. I am on 16:8, my main goal...
I am in excellent shape and health and I Intermittent fast daily, 24 + hour water fast 1x a week and do 4 extended water fasts a year (4 days) for cleaning with change of seasons. I see people doing...
Hello! I’m looking to cut some weight with IF and I’m excited to try it. My big obstacle is that I am a nurse working 3pm-1130pm most days of the week. The reason that this is an issue is that...
Dear fellow Fatties, I have been following Cole and this Subreddit for a long time and had some prior successful fasts, where I lost a lot of weight and then gained it back due to insanely stupid eating habits and staying...
I do not understand the general trend right now, apparently carbs are bad for you? When did oats, sweet potatoes, berries become a number one cause of obesity? How in the world did some people come to this conclusion?
I have heard that after losing your first few pounds, your body regulates to your new diet fairly quick and the weight loss slows down or stops altogether for a while. Would eating in a calorie surplus(basically just having a...
I get married In 6 weeks. I bought my dress 2 years ago as wedding was cancelled during lock down. It’s now too tight. I need to loose half a stone in 6 weeks. I don’t care how extreme the...
Since I have been on my fasting journey. Down a total of 67lbs so I am about halfway there! I spend a lot of time thinking about weight loss and weight gain and one thing just sticks in my head....
Can anyone point me to some free resources that tell me how to get started/how to do IF for my age and body type? Not looking for quick, miracle weight-loss junk. I'm in relatively good shape, just want to keep...
I think this is a bit of a ramble more than anything and I’d be interested in hearing your thoughts. I’m barely a week in of fasting (16/8) and counting calories (1,400). I’ve tried counting calories in the past and...
Hi everyone, would really love some advice I've lost 10kg (22lbs) doing 6 rolling 72+ hour fasts. (Most fasts ended up being 75 - 85 hrs long) HOWEVER. I have more weight to lose, and for the past week I've been...
I say this because I am one of them. I’ve used traditional Omad to get to my goal in the past, rebounded, found extended fasting, rebounded even harder. I’m now on my fourth attempt at getting to and maintaining my...
Title says it. 265 to 170 so far Went from a 42" to a 32". How come i still feel fat and still look fat? I don't get it.
Hi there, Im IF-ing for 6 months now and my results have been amazing (lost 66 lbs). For the past month and a half my scale did not move much. I know exactly what should I do (lower my calorie...
Hey everyone - Just an anecdote from a fellow faster. In the last month I have lost 20 pounds with a mixture of ADF and OMAD and adding in exercise to feel stronger, not just thinner. I also could have...
Also what helped you get through the fast
I've seen some people take 3 - 5 TBSP of EVOO (Extra Virgin Olive Oil) a day during fasting and will go on that way for days and this way is easier than regular water fasts. Has anyone tried this?...
For details I’m 23M, SW was at bare minimum 325 but probably more like 340-350 from pandemic weight and I now weight 207lbs and has only been 6 months into my weight loss. My worry is how quickly I’ve lost...
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...
I just started IF this Monday for weight loss purposes but also because I really like the self discipline it encourages. This is the first time I've fasted, in the past I would do random 24hour fasts all the time...
I just started IF and I work out. so I am trying to figure out how to maintain this schedule. if I work out.. I feel like I should have my normal protein shake. however, if I work out in...
I'm a 5'1 female. On December 25th I weighed 118 pounds. Today on January 25th, I weighed 112 pounds. I've restarted IF since 12/25 and my question is this: Is this 6 pound weight loss in one month normal for someone my height?...
Hi so I heard that the reason fasting is so great is because it Dosent effect your metabolic rate. I did multiple 3 day fasts and intermittent fasting\ omad on the days I ate. After I stopped I found myself...
so i (M18, 180, 6’0) have been working out and eating differently for the past month 1/2, trying to simultaneously build muscle and and lose fat. while i have been noticing a steady increase in my muscle mass, the fat...
Hi guys, just a quick question. I alternate between omad and 20/4 fasting. I have a question regarding 20/4. Is it ok to change the timings of my 4 hour window? As in just say today its from 4pm till...
I started IF a couple of months ago and I feel good and see some body comp changes but the scale is not really moving. I’ve been doing 16:8 and moderate cardio 4-5x/week but this week have increased to 18:6...
* **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...
I truly do believe IF is the way. I’ve researched it thoroughly and am constantly inspired by what I see here and by podcasts I listen to. I would say I’ve been doing a slightly “loose” version of 16:8 or...
Is it doable as I’m already so high in fat that I will lose more quickly then the average but what else would I need to do to assist the weight loss like would I need to workout all suggestions...
So I am in first week of fasting 20/4 and Ive lost 5 lbs already. I am consuming one meal a day which consist of a protein and rice and beans. I also have two hearty green smoothies with lots...
I made a post recently that my weight has plateaued so I started to fast more. For about 4 days now I’ve only eaten dinner, and done just fluids. So I’ll eat dinner only with dessert between 4-6:30, but no movement whatsoever...
Hello everyone! I’m new to this subreddit, but have done IF for various lengths of time over the past 3 years. I’m starting up again today, and am very curious about how snacking between my 3 meals affects weight loss specifically...
31F, 5 4’, SW: 138 CW: 137.4. Just ended my 7 day water fast last night. During the fast, I felt great and did HIIT for an hour. Had 100oz/0.7gallon of water daily. I ended the fast only because my...
I am on a 16:8 plan. Looking to drop about 10-15 pounds. No rush to do it, just starting and making a lifestyle change overall. I start my fast around 7pm every night so obviously that extends past 7am in...
I’m hoping someone can talk me down from the ledge of giving-up or has any insight why I’m not losing weight. I had a baby 3 months ago and I have been trying to lose the baby weight. After an initial...
Hi- quick question to everyone who read Dr. Fung's Obesity Code: What did he say about weight loss and breaking long term fast? I know that after day 3, we burn our fat and maintain good metabolism. I am so bored...
I've tried IF before. Like with all diets or lifestyle changes I eventually gave up. Its never a 'I'm done' moment but more of a gradual letting it slip. I'm at a point where I've become really insecure and just...
I dont really care about all of the other health benefits, so it would be good to know what i can do to make this easier. like, can i drink soda? can i chew gum? regardless of if i can/cant,...
So at the moment I'm doing a water fast (3-5 days) and then I'll eat for a few days and hit another fast again (rinse and repeat the process until at my goal weight). If I was, say midway through...
I have tried fasting before and didn’t make it. Kept getting dizzy and light headed since I have hypoglycaemia issues even on a good day while eating normally. Well I am happy to say I just successfully completed...
What do you think is more effective, doing frequent shorter fasts or longer infrequent fasts. I have done them both (not long dry fasts however, find my weight drops way too quick for that). I think there is a push to go...
I have been fasting for a couple of months now but I’m just asking a quick question in regards to drinking a zero calorie drink with 4 g if carbs yesterday. I know that technically breaks a fast but if...
Anyone ever tried eating for 48 hours then fasting for 48 hours and repeating cycle? Or should I just do it once a week? I just did my first 48. Starting my second 48 tomorrow at 7am. 29/F 5’3 SW:139...
So I haven't updated for at least a year, but I think my last post had me down nearly 35 lbs. I (45f) started IF in Aug 2020 and haven't looked back! My SW was around 230 and now I'm...
Hello, all, I'm approaching 48 hours on a dry fast. Other than a quick shower yesterday, I've not come near water, let alone consume it. Absolutely no food either. Yet, I'm only down 2 lbs. I'm significantly overweight (by about 50...
Hi guys, Lost a little over 5 stone (70lb/32 kg) using water fasting. I still have about 3 stone to go. I do water fasts usually 3-4 days at a time sometimes longer around 10. I have an active life, work/degree/placement/excercise...
I am not a fan nor follower of the Kardashians, but today on a news feed it showed 2 of the Kardashians and their extremely skinny bodies. No more huge booties or whatever else they used to flaunt. ...
I'm obese according to BMI. I'm nearly 30kg overweight. I had tried fasting last year but that didn't last long. Under peer pressure I ate once on my fasting day, after that I wasn't able to restart. Hopefully this year...
Hi guys ! I had posted awhile ago that I was going to start IF but it took me a couple tries to really get going. But I’m here again- and I am on Day 10 of my 16:8 fasts...
TL;DR: inquires about IF and hormonal interference. Hi all, I’ve just started getting deeper into my IF journey and I need some help. I started doing a daily approach to IF starting with 12hrs moving up to 18-22hr fasts and...
* **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...
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Scrolling through this subreddit and reading about everybody’s amazing results (weight loss and healing related) has left me in awe of how quickly dry fasting really works. Are there any women here who are on the shorter or even leaner...
I have about 55lbs of weight I want to lost. I’ve been doing 16:8 for about 3 months now and lost about 8lbs in total. I did a 48 hour fast once and it helped me lost 2lbs. I’m contemplating...
I currently am 50kg and want to godown to 45/44kg. I want to loose the 5/6kg very fast so I thought about water fasting for 10 days. Now I’m scared tho that the water fasting will cause an yo-yo effect,...
People are starting to notice me “shrinking” which is reassuring because it means there actually is fat loss happening. I do tend to lose weight on my face quite quickly and dramatically though. So that could be part of it....
So I am planning on starting a regime focusing on losing 5 pounds a month. I have been stalling on Omad for a couple of months and even gained some weight from my binges during holiday season. I am going...
I've been fasting for about 2 years doing a combo of 16:8 and OMD but I've lost exactly 0kgs. I originally started IF to help manage IBS symptoms but I've been trying to lose weight seriously for the last year....
43M, 5’11. 230 > 190#. I’ve lost about 40 pounds over the course of 100 days with 16:8, OMAD, and exercise. Am I losing weight too quickly? I feel good. Looking to lose another 20 - 30.
It's been three weeks of 16/8 IF and things are looking good down 7 pounds but, now the scale barely moves and I'm thinking isn't it too early to hit a plateau? It's only been three weeks I'm just confused...
I’ve done IF in the past but never went full on. This time I decided no cheating, and I’m combining 16:8 with calorie counting (1300 a day or less) and 3-4 high intensity 2-4 mile walks a week. I’m Drinking water...
My goal is very simply to lose 100lbs. If my main goal is strictly weight loss do I need 48s/72s or more? Ive done the math and I’m pretty impressed with the results that a simple omad routine with a...
Down 30 lbs from OMAD in about a 3 month window. I havent been working out much and was wondering about what yall do before working out. Do you eat before? OMAD has been easy and working so im afraid...
Hey yall, had a quick question. I’m mid 20’s, 6’3”, and about 300lbs. I weightlifted for about 8 years before I stopped so I do have a solid base of a good bit of a muscle. In person, no one...
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...
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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...
How long did it take for you to really start noticing significant gains? I know it's probably different for everyone but I'm just curious if there was a distinct moment. I'm sure people who are much more overweight see more...
Hi all, I just started 16:8 IF with a weight loss goal. My cousin had transformational results, so I figured I would give it a go. I have been very skeptical of this because of how quickly people report losing...
I broke my fast this morning; I had never gone as long as I did before. I’m looking forward to starting again and pushing farther (I made it 3 full complete days). Would you OK starting again soon; like tomorrow...
I’ve started, then made excuses, then started again, and made more excuses, then started again, and gave up after a month. Then I gave up. I feel absolutely disgusting, I look pathetic, and I actually feel sick. I haven’t weighed...
I hit a BMI of 29.9 today. So stoked to finally be in the overweight range. I started at a BMI of 34.4 (194 pounds, 5 feet 3 inches female). I weigh 169 pounds now. Having lost a total of...
**I BROKE MY FAST ON DAY 15 (1/11/21), SO IT'S A 14 DAY DRY FAST IN MY BOOK.** Since Day 12 (1/8/21) through to today (1/13/21) I've been very self-indulgent. Very. I need to tell some of it now. If I don't...
Just like the title says….if you’ve already implemented healthy lifestyle meaning exercising 4-5 days/week and your diet is not terrible….do you still see progress as far as weight loss? I’m a 52-yo female, work out on a regular basis 5x/week...
So this is a question for female faster, i have been fasting 4/2 for about 2 months now and have lost just over 2 stone but my period has stopped, definatly not pregnant but was woundering if any body else...