Sprite Zero, Coke Zero...all those "zero calorie" drinks, do they break a fast? I don't notice a difference but some people swear it'll break your fast.
I'm wandering if drinks like "zero calories" energy drinks, sodas, etc are gonna break my fast or not. Any suggestions, anyone?
I’m wondering how zero cal drinks affect intermittent fasting, it makes it significantly easier for me to not snack trough the day and I’m wondering if it messes anything up.
I subscribed to Plus and am now finding the data in this app is all over the place. It's slotting today's (or yesterday night's) fast as hours for this past Tuesday. If I enter calories for yesterday, they also show...
With zero proof alcohols becoming more popular as of late, I couldn’t find much info on this. Would a zero proof/zero calorie mocktail break a fast or trigger an insulin response in any way? Let’s say that I’m being very picky...
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...
Did Angus Barbieri's 382 day fast involve any calories?[https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2495396/pdf/postmedj00315-0056.pdf](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2495396/pdf/postmedj00315-0056.pdf) For some reason the **"absolute fast"** in the following weight loss program [https://www.thepermanentejournal.org/issues/pdf-archives/132-obesity-problem-solution-or-both.html](https://www.thepermanentejournal.org/issues/pdf-archives/132-obesity-problem-solution-or-both.html) still involved 500 calories per day (using "Optifast 70" five times per day). The first link makes...
So, I'm currently on an extended fast, and the one thing I've realised I'm not effectively supplementing is phosphorus. Coke zero has a crap tonne of phosphoric acid in it, which is a highly absorbable form of phosphorus. As such,...
Assuming I'm willing to give up on maximizing autophagy, can I drink Gatorade zero for electrolytes and to help get me through the fast. I know they don't have the necessary electrolytes I need but it's better than salty water....
Hi, I'm 70 hours into what should be a 120-hour fast. I just gave in tonight and had slightly more than 1 L of coke zero. I then did a bit of research and some sources say that it does break the...
Seen the question asked many times if Coke Zero or similar drinks are okay to drink *during* a fast but was wondering if it’s okay to drink *after* breaking your fast and during your eating window. I’m doing rolling 72...
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I've just finished a 7 day water fast where I drank about a liter of water per day, every other day I'd mix salt into it. I felt fine, didn't have any issues and think I'd be able to do...
I’m in the military and would like to lose roughly 20-30lbs. I work out every morning (mon-fri) and sometimes when I get off work I’ll go to the gym for weights. If I drink a energy drink it’s a monster...
I know this question has probably been asked before, but will it stop me from losing weight on a 5-day fast?
i reduce my insulin during fasts btw. so basically what i’ve read is that sometimes sodas are considered to break wl fasts because they cause an insulin response. however i of course don’t produce insulin as a type one diabetic,...
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I have a question. I'm on 16:8 and it's going fine, but the only thing I'm battling with, is having no taste in my mouth. So I drink 1-2 glasses of zero drinks (ice tea zero, fanta zero mostly) daily...
One of the reasons I end fasts is due to how distracting it is the deeper I am and I've noticed how sipping on coke zero acts as a good distraction. It's been the difference between tapping out at the...
Also is it a good idea to chew gum or zero calorie mints or candies?
I know there's no calories, but should I restart, since I know its not something people generally have whilst fasting.
Hi I'm doing a 16:8 fast and I'm wondering if the zero cal caramel creamers and flavours are ok to fast on as they have virtually no calories and are basically just sweeteners does it break autophagy?
I've been doing a 60hr and 36hr fast each week and am feeling like I can extend to 2x60hrs. Been doing this for 6 months. On my days off I eat what I want. I don't seem to have any issues...
I am asking out of two reasons: 1. I do not trust there is such a thing as zero-calorie drink 2. Artificial flavour in zero-calorie energy drink may break fasting
Fasting is a deeply personal experience, but I am interested in hearing your views. Generally speaking, I would say yes. I am mainly concerned about interrupting autophagy or spiking an insulin response. Although, when I fast for weight loss, I feel...
TL;Dr at bottom I'm currently 55 pounds overweight. Goal is to be ripped and get healthier. I have done 4 days dry fast but wasn't working at the time. Was really low on energy. Same with 10 days water only fast....
So, I'm on the beginning of day 6 of a fast. My goal was at least one week, but potentially as long as a month depending on how I'm feeling. So far all is well, I got a sudden burst...
So I'm fasting for weight loss and doing an extended fast. I was wondering though. How much would the weight loss be affected if I had around 100 calories worth of zero carb/sugar creamer in my coffee? For reference it's...
I have always had high at rest metaolic rate due to which I typically dont gain weight with normal diet. As I have aged I have put on some weight, my cholesterol level has been off the chart. I am...
New faster here, 37/f, been experimenting with 16:8 and 'Circadian rhythm fast' (on Zero app) which seems to be 13 fasted hours. Query: does the fasted period lengthen as we move into winter? (& is there any research to support a...
I’m halfway through my second 36hr fast using Zero but haven’t paid for the membership yet. It looks like it has lots of supportive content available to the plus members but gosh that’s a bit of a price tag! Has anyone...
If I drink coke zero during a fast, will this have any effects on the results long term?
As title says, it's really disappointing because I have a few months worth of data on it but that info is now locked behind a pay wall. Any other apps that work similarly? I really like the UI and usability...
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I am already doing OMAD, so there is almost always 23-24 hours before meals. I've been considering simply skipping my meal for Saturday. Are there potential downsides to doing this I should be aware of? What level of muscle loss,...
My go to is the Monster Ultra line which runs at 10cal per can. It’s all of 6g carbs and then B vitamins. Do you think this kills the fast?
So I am planning to start a fry fast for 48 hours. I already utilize intermittent fasting with 20/4 and water during the fasting period. Is it bad to use chapstick? Stupid question, but if wetting your lips...
Yesterday morning, I finally broke my 30-day fast (No Food November). # What did I eat on my refeed? I had >!eggs and an avocado for breakfast. Then at dinner time I made myself a caesar salad with homemade dressing, croutons...
For water fasting, I usually drink black coffee and I’m told that’s okay. Curious to hear from my fasting community if Gatorade Zero is okay too? Would that still be considered water-fasting? Would that affect my autophagy in any way?
I made it 5.5 days on a water fast. I liberally used electrolytes and drank about 2L of water per day. Near the end, I started struggling with shortness of breath, tachycardia, and low blood pressure. Supplementing electrolytes could not...
Does having a zero calorie BANG energy drink break fast?
they're both 0 cal but have 200 mg sodium each and i like to have at least 500 mg sodium daily. is this okay?? im fasting for health and weight loss would this affect weight loss and would it affect my...
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...
Just finished my 130 hour fast. Was aiming for a straight 5 days, but due to losing track of time on day 0, that would have had me eating at 10:30 pm, so I figured I'd push through until morning....
Was curious about the zero calories drinks breaking a fast so I brought a glucose monitor but don't really understand the science well. After my 18 hour fast, I measured my glucose and consumed a C4 energy drink (zero cal, sucralose)...
Hello! As title suggests, if there are people who have completed very long water fasts, I would like some input and tips. My longest was 2 weeks which I have done twice. One I did while working and the other...
TLDR Doctor gave me an eating plan, says I need to get used to it, I feel like a dead body even on the days where I eat. On a dieticians recommendation I've started doing 3 on - 4 off fasting...
How about zero sugar energy drinks? As long as they have no sugar in it, fasting is not broken by drinking them?
Hey All, Almost down 10 pounds during my first month of fasting. I've been drinking lots of diet coke throughout to keep me up for work, etc. Just seeing any thoughts if this isn't permissible as it will break your...
Hey, has anyone tried Noom or Bodyfast? I’m usually not one for apps, but I’ve found using an app has helped me quit booze and nicotine, so I’m down to try a diet app. Has anyone used/using an app and...
I do 18:6, usually 6pm-12pm each day. But I always have coffee in the am. I use stevia as a sweetener and a low calorie creamer (nut pods) that I measure out to keep the calorie content low. I read...
#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?*)...
My current understanding of autophagy is that it is triggered by lack of amino acids - cells must scavenge unused structures for building material in the form of amino acids. People living in Blue Zones (areas where people routinely live longer...
Hello! I completed a week fast last month (it was lovely! I lost 13 pounds) and I'm going to start a 2 weeks water fast (and maybe zero sugar drinks and coffee) tomorrow. I'm wondering if I'll lose a lot...
So I have always hated water, I know it seems childish but it’s just always been like that through my whole life. I do drink cordial though and that way it makes my life so much easier to get more...
I'd like to share my experience with a few fasting regimes. For reference, I'm male, 40s, 5'9", \~135 lb, highly active, average 25,000 steps a day, does body weight strength and running. # One Meal A Day This is easy. IMHO, most...
How often do I need to take an electrolyte drink? Especially if I’m doing an extended fast. I have started doing OMAD but have recently broken my ankle and am wanting to do a 48 hour fast but don’t want...
Would these be acceptable for extended water fasts? Don't know enought about electrolyte requirements to know if they have enough over a 12/24hr fast. SIS Go Hydro| Zero Sugar| https://amzn.eu/d/fRGWNtP
F 25 5’6 SW 179.2 CW 171.2 GW ~140 I started my fast Dec. 30th and planned to end tonight at 8:30. I am considering extending my fast. I haven’t felt hungry since maybe day 2 or 3. I am feeling...
Hey I'm 3 days into a 15 day fast and I've never fasted this long before but I've read that people need to take special fasting supplements for potassium, electrolyte, and sodium. Do I have to buy a special zero...
I'm a 23 year old 5 ft 7 in Carpenter who weighs roughly around 190 lb. I have a pretty broad build coming from my dad's Scottish side. I noticed most of my weight is conjugated mainly to my stomach area...
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:...
In this video https://youtu.be/T7o_hF1XB84 doctor Jason Fung mentions that ketosis begins after 2 days but many place I read it starts after 12-14 hours. What's the correct answer?
Lately I've been overwhelmed. There's OMAD, Keto, Zero carb, 16:8, Snake juice fast and of course dry fast. I'm currently 55 pounds overweight and have some health issues that I know dry fasting can help. Especially some skin issues. I...
I am pretty new to this, and understand that dietary fat will not create an insulin response. Hence, Dr Fung has said that a "bulletproof coffee" "fast" (a couple cups a day, to prevent hunger) will not reduce the...
I've only done one 24 hour fast and one 30 hour fast since transitioning from a month of 16:8 IF. I've done lots of research but am confused. I've been having about 300 calories per fast (heavy whipping cream) aka...
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...
Starting up intermittent fasting again and I have a question that I never really considered the last time I was into it. I want to preface this with \*I love water\*. I drink a lot of water. However, I also...
I started with 12 hrs fast for now because I got really fat eating at night. It’s like I have a system for getting fat now, eat before bed. And it did it! It made me at my heaviest. Yesterday...
Does anyone have tips on how to prevent this from happening?Am I overthinking this? (I have binge eating tendencies and want to be healthier. But, I am also worried about things going the opposite way if that makes sense.)
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...
is this normal and does it get better? it's one of those brutal headaches that you can feel in your eyes. struggling to get out of bed at the moment despite an 8-9 hour sleep, too tired. debating whether or...
I know your weight fluctuates but sheesh. I'm just surpassed 72 hours on my fast and was doing great but today I gained weight and it's really just kills your motivation. On day one I was 239, on day two...
Hi, I’ve struggled with my weight for a long time. I am 5’1”. This time last year I was successfully losing weight and was down to 127 pounds. Then I caught covid and dealt with long covid, as well as...
Every time I fast, I start feeling iffy on day two. I get brain fog and slight confusion, I get shaky and clumsy. Just now spilled my electrolytes all over my shirt and that happens all the time when I'm...
fourth day of water fasting and I was experiencing some numbness / pins and needles in my arm, figured it was because i wasn’t supplementing magnesium and was low on that. Took a cellulose pill of mag citrate and then...
Sort of. I hate fasting. I actually have only attempted 2 water fasts. Otherwise I stick with OMAD and ADF - because I know i can achieve those. But I'm frustrated, like I posted earlier. I just.. I want to atleast get...
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* **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...
What advise/tips/pitfalls would you give to someone wanting to start IF but feeling overwhelmed by where to start?
As the title says ive tried waterfasting and the the snake diet but i can't even get through day one. I usually wake up at 7 go to college till 3 which i don't eat but as soon as i...
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'm really fine with ending my fast early if I'm hungry. I try for 18:6 most days, but hey, if I make it to 12 and I'm ravenous, super fine. Lately I realized I've been playing a kind of game...
does coffee stop a fast? i get that the zero to low calorie coffees do not.. but.. how!?! i looked it up so many times to make absolute sure by having a 5-10 cal black coffee wouldn’t mess up my...
I'm not usually hungry in the mornings, but I like having some coffee with heavy cream sometimes. Usually, I stop my fasting clock on Zero when I have the coffee with cream. Recently, I read this article from them about [whether...
Will taking zero calorie bcaa while fasting prevent autophagy?
How do you fast? Strictly water? Black coffee/Tea? Are zero calorie sodas okay? I typically do just water but occasionally I’ll have a black coffee or tea. What about you?
As someone who's been IF for close to 1 year now and who is closing in on 100 lbs lost, I'd like to share my insights and hope they help all of you stay motivated and motivate those who are...
What is the general opinion about drinking Coke Zero or some other diet soda? I know about tea or black coffee, but my eating window is until 7pm and I often don't sleep until midnight (work from home blabla) and...
I was fasting until the Christmas period happened, and in the mornings I'd always have a black coffee because I'd break my fast at around 5/6pm. I'm starting fasting again today and I realised I haven't drank coffee in a month....
Hey, Im doing rolling 72's and its going well. One thing that kind of annoying, I track my fasts in the Zero app. Now this is probably app agnostic and probably doesnt even matter but its kind of annoying....
I would argue that within reason, the answer is up to you. :-) Leaving the most "strict" definition of fasting aside, I think it mainly comes down to two things: 1. What are your goals? 2. What's...
I usually eat 21 off/3 on. I have no trouble with this. This week I tried to do a 7-day fast (only water and zero-calorie, non-sweetened La Croix seltzer water flavored with essence, so as to keep my insulin from...
I fasted for six days, consuming zero calories over that time. I supplemented with electrolytes during the second half. Broke my fast at midnight last night with chicken and veg broth and a poached egg. Also took B vitamins and more...
I am able to stay fasted for the “24 hour” period. Knowing full well it isn’t a true 24 hour fast. I just eat dinner and skip breakfast and lunch. Caffeine is something I worry about though. I stopped drinking coffee...
I use the Life app, but I’d like to imagine a future where I don’t use an app at all, and just fast and feast on a schedule without watching the hours. To me, this is how I can truly...