I'm working to research the effects of water fasting on viral illness. Does anyone know if there are any sources regarding those who have cured themselves of something like HIV or Hepatitis C via extended water fasting?
Currently planning on doing a 40 day water fast in February for spiritual reasons. I’m 31 years old 6’1 190lb looking to weigh 200-205lb before I start. My main concern is electrolytes and if I should add them into my...
Right now I am just in cruise mode, I never thought it was ever gonna be this easy. Sure sometimes , I think about food like any normal human should 😂, but I am feeling great overall. My body is...
New to this reddit, but I have been fasting for several years. My longest fast to date has been for 14-days. This year, I’m taking on my longest water fast ever, 40-days. I am a 62 year old male, 5’-10” and...
23F. 185lbs. Looking for a water fasting friend to talk to and motivate each other. I started today and I hope to do a 40 day fast as I have successfully done 7/10/14 day fasts. Doesn't matter if you are...
day 1 - Feb 12th will edit to add every 5th day completed.
Any recommendations? It’s worth it or should I stick to DF. I’m doing it for health maintenance/prevention
40 day water fasts are done by a lot more people than 15-16 day dry fasts Can it be almost equally similar in regards to the transformative healing potentials?
So yea is that okay?
If you're serious about fasting, feel free to message me. I am looking for a partner who seeks motivation and advice throughout the process. ​ Fast starts on: 08/28/2022- 09/11/2022
Hoping not to lose too much weight, this is mainly for the health benefits, I normally do 3 day dry fasts every so often, this is my first week long fast, is it safe for me to transition to a...
Just checking is this normal? Has anyone experienced something similar. Sorry mean bowel movements
•I am female 5’10 around 210 pounds
I am embarking on a 40 day water fast for spiritual healing but am curious to the physiological changes as well. It is really a blessing to see so many in this community push into starvation of the flesh in...
my main goal is to lose 50 pounds in 3 weeks and the researches I've done suggest that one day of dry fasting equals 3 days of water fasting in terms of effectiveness. what's your take on this?
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Today was definitely the best day so far, I had a lot of energy and wasn’t thinking of food that much. I can’t believe its already 10 days, even this fasting has felt like an eternity, it also has gone...
Check in: SW 233, CW 198 The past few days have been rough until I started supplementing with a multivitamin. Intaking 1-2 tsp of sodium and 1 tsp of potassium per day. Also 250 mg of chelated magnesium per day. I...
Which is better for weight loss? Or is the weight loss gonna be similar to water fast and omad? If it's similar I rather do OMAD...
I have an event coming up for which I'm planning to lose weight fast. I'm planning to drink lots of water and Gatorade. Wanted to know if there are any side-effects to drinking Gatorade or if I should just stick...
Ay so Im starting a 3 day water fast for clear skin and I need someone to hold me to it. If I feel alright at the end of it then Ill extend it.
Starting weight: 315 pounds Current weight: 289 pounds
Doing a 3 days water fasting would be nice to hear some history from y'all
I’d like to time it from March 1 to April 20
30 or 40 day water fast - Starting Today ( CW 285 / GW For fast 245 Ultimate Goal weight 185-195lbs) Height 6'2 Male ​ Will be starting my Journey of self healing. I was fairly fit and healthy in high...
Hello, I always had a white tongue no matter how long I brush it and it always made me sad. Is it gonna help me if I do 7-days fasting? (I started anyway)
Long term fasting tips are much appreciated!!!
I’m trying to do this because i’m not sure if I can straight up dry fast for 7 days without a break.
So the most I have actually gone was 5 days but I truly cannot think of anything that I am craving anymore and oddly enough, being keto generally, I will usually crave MEAT during the initial days of the water...
By my calculations, only 3.35lb/1.5kg is fat. So about 10 lb is all water weight???
Is this normal? I’ve been taking in about 3-4 grams of salt and my weight doesn’t seem to be moving. I actually feel pretty normal and was wondering if I should keep going? Thanks
technically I'm starting after I'm done eating today
Starting weight: 315 pounds Current weight: 301 pounds Feeling absulutely amazing! Not hungry at all, no tiredness, no fatigue.
Hi. Been doing intermittent and extended water fasts for a while. Only done a few dry fasts, a couple 24 and 48 hour ones. I was curious as to your thoughts of doing intermittent dry fasts within an extended water...
I am planning on doing a 7 day water on Monday, 2/14 to 2/21. Wish me luck guys!
**DISCLAIMER**: I know people rarely do these when they say they will. I'm going to fast for 40 days except: *-on days 10, 20, and 30 I am having bone broth (for gut health)* I'll post a daily update to keep myself focused....
Leading up to this I did mostly keto, and a lot of intermittent/several day fasts. I only ate the 5th and 6th of this month. I want to do a 7 day dry, follow by 7 day water...
Which of these will help you retain more lean muscle? I read somewhere in a study that participants who exercised and water fasted for extended periods of time lost only 10% of lean mass and 90% fat. Compared to...
I plan to take electrolytes, but would love to know if other supplements are kosher. Thank you!
I’ve done water fast last month for 5 days & the result was pretty amazing. Originally I was set for 10 days but Christmas came by. Since the holidays is over, I’m so ready for a 20 Day fast! Join...
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Just checking in, I supplement with electrolyte salt pills when I wake up and when I go to bed along with 2 liters of snake juice throughout the day. 2.10.22 = 331.4lbs 2.11.22 = 329.8lbs 2.12.22 = 326.6lbs Height = 5’11
I have done intermittent fasting and have done water fast for two days. Has anyone over here with pcod/pcos done a 7 day water fast? If so can you please let me know your experience.How did you feel and any...
My cravings for snacks/sweets have decreased massively
Does anyone know the issue ? I would lose 2 pounds but gain 1 or 2 back and I don’t know why
Hello everyone, I’m planning on doing my first 96 hour water fast. I’ve completed many 48s and 72s in the past. Currently i’m at 215IBS. How much have you lost after your 4 day fast?
Am I doing something wrong? Been taking electrolytes and magnesium. Drinking water. This is my second time doing a water fast and the last one felt so much better.
Should one Water 💧 Fast before starting a Prolonged Dry Fast.
Does that mean you get all the health benefits of a 21 day water fast with just a 7 day dry fast? Iknow this question might seem self explanatory
Hey guys, I'm starting my 40 day fast today. (Monday 20th Feb 2023 and I'm going to end it on the 1st April 2023). Doing this for health/faith reasons. I'm writing this diary to keep myself accountable. Hopefully this inspires others...
So I am on day 3 of my water fast, beginning on Sunday 20th May. The last thing I ate was some eggs, beans and bacon. I am planning on staying on this fast for 40 days, so I will break...
Currently at day 4. Day1 (SW): 149bl I did a day a water fasting just to get hydrated Day2:147bl Starting DF Day3:144.2 Day4: 142.3 Day5:138.4 Day6:165.6(almost want to end DF but decide to continue) I will keep updating Welcome to join me :)
I'm on 4th day of water fast and feeling hungry a bit. How do I control my hunger? Tips.
Hello! I’ve been water fasting for five days and felt so weak today that I just had one egg with some smoked salmon. My questions are - will I lose much weight loss benefit by doing this if I start...
*Edited update* So, I broke my fast on day 15. Was feeling incredibly nauseous. Am back on the fast today and going for 20 days this time round. After I broke I gained back 5 pounds eating keto. I'm a 28yo female,...
Hi all, please offer an experience or advice you have. I’m on day 7 of an extended 40 day waterfast and I’m in the hospital with dangerously low blood sugar. To my knowledge I’m not diabetic but I’m wondering how...
I am thinking of losing some weight and fasting this week... Will it be better to do 5 days omad or 3 days water fasting? Which will make me lose more weight? Which one do you guys prefer? Water fasting...
I started my second fast. My first was 3/26-4/16. I had a roller coaster ride. I was fatigued and hungry nearly the entire time. This time hasn’t been bad at all (yet?). Sure I’m hungry but I’m not weak and...
The night I broke my fast and ate, I was 198. The next day I was 194. Anyone know why I lost 4 pounds after introducing food? I’m pretty sure I didn’t eat 4 lbs of food but I could...
Hey everyone, I’m a 25 year old man who will begin a 40-day water only fast beginning this Saturday. I’m 5’10 and weigh 165 pounds & want to fast for the physical, emotional and spiritual benefits. I did a 10-day water only fast...
If anyone would like to join me on these days, we can support one another through each phase of the fast. I have fasted this long in the past but not for a while. Posting now so we have a few...
Where at on your body did you lose the most weight or is it everywhere? I'm 5'6 160 lbs female, doing a 21 day water fast and hoping to lose weight mainly in my arms.
How necessary is consuming salt and how much should I intake? I’ve done shorter fast before and have had problems with nausea and headaches.
What keeps you going when you feel like giving up on your journey?
Hello, In few days, I'm about to start a 21 or 30 days fasting (depends on how my body will let met). I need a plan please for refeeding. Thanks!
Hello everyone, I need advice. I started my water fast journey about two weeks ago. My starting weight was 360 pounds, I’m now 342 pounds. I want to incorporate multiple 3 days dry fast within my 40 days fast. Is...
I'm currently doing weekly 5.5 day water fasts, my eating window is 8am Sat to 8pm Sunday. I've done this for 12 weeks earlier in the year and it was great. This time I am about to complete week 6...
I’d like to do a three day water fast but don’t want to lose any weight. I fast 20 hours a day every day at the moment. Do I work up to it or just go for it? Any...
Any tip or advice is welcomed. Thank you.
I have been having chronic bladder pain not related to a UTI for about 4 months now (diagnosed IC)and also have chronic sinusitis which was gone for a year while I did keto but came back with carbs...I have been...
Would this be a good idea? I saw some of you doing dry then switch to a water fast, so I'm wondering will it be fine to so vice versa?
I'm looking for someone willing to do a 5 day water fast with me so we can chit chat and motivate ourselves through it. I'm a 20 yo female and I did my last water fast like half a year...
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...
... just so it would feel like forever.
I’m 5’5 140lb male. I know the weight comes off differently and it probably won’t come off quickly for my body type; just want to get to 130lb. Right now I’m on hour 62 of this fast
Hello. I'm a 19 year old female. I weigh 63kg and my goal weight is about 50kg. I've tried OMAD and I lot about 4kg in 2 weeks. My goal with water fasting is not weight loss alone but I...
SW:92kg CW:88KG GW:80KG My third big fast of the year started at 104KG, earlier in fasts after day 4 i didn't used to feel hungry, during the day. But this time I do my weight loss has also kinda stopped I...
Hey all, I'm currently 17 days into my 40 day fast and I was just hoping to get some advice from people who have fasted for a long time before. Basically, I haven't lost any weight for...
I am a long time sufferer of psoriasis and psioratic arthritis. I have done two water fasts before but only managed to survive 3 days. I used to wake up constantly in the middle of the night from severe hip...
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...
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Hey guys! I’m new here... today is my second day into the water fast and it went pretty well! I am getting a little tired but I’m taking my vitamins and trying to drink TONS of water.. I’m really excited...
Im currently on OMAD fasting diet and haven't really felt the urge to drink water as much as I would the previous time I attempted OMAD half a year ago. So to follow that up I'm curious to know...
Hey guys, im new to this sub. Im 5 hours from finishing my first two days. My goal is to hit 14 days and see how my body feels and if i can continue on to 21. I have been...
I am trying to fast for 14 days I weigh 186 pounds. How much magnesium potassium and sodium do I need, and can I take it in pill form? I’m doing this to lose weight. Is there any other supplements...
Today I started a water fast. I’ve been looking at this sub for a while and have tried smaller fasts, and I now want to go for this. Problem is, I always get headaches and sometimes I can feel my...
So typically I take inulin everyday before I go to sleep for my gut. I plan to start a 7 day water fast on Monday - I was wondering if I can take inulin during my fast in evening before...
I am almost done my very first seven day fast for weight loss. However, while researching and seeing other peoples feedback I’ve noticed people tend to gain their lost weight back. So my question is, would a diet plan such...
I would be starting this today June 27th Ht 5”11 Female 240 lbs One mean after 5 pm Please motivation needed. Would you prefer I document daily? Let me know.
I am doing a 40 day fast for spiritual reasons. For anyone who has done them how are your mental and physical energy levels on the fast. I am just going to walk and of course hydrate with electrolytes. ...