Someone earlier asked a very important question, but deleted it. I was under the impression that while we embark on any time of prolonged fasting the body significantly increases HGH, Tesosterone, and BDNF in response to fasting, and further increases...
I've searched but found no clear answer to this. My understanding is that fasting puts stress on the body causing autophagy and so you should avoid doing anything that reduces that stress such as taking a multivitamin while fasting. Would...
Im a male, approaching my 40s with the quickness and Im trying to keep the old T levels up as much as possible. Ive been reading about IF and there seems to be mixed reviews on T-levels while doing it....
As a man, I have a rather low Tesotosterone value and am therefore always a bit cautious. ​ Therefore, my question, how it behaves with the testosterone levels during a 3-7 day fast? I assume that it will get worse? Is the value...
So, I am curious if testosterone levels drop during an extended fast? I have watched a few YouTube videos where the author claims that testosterone levels drop with a calorie deficit diet so interested in the ramifications of an...
A lot of food nowadays contains a lot of Phytoestrogen. These chemicals cause the hormone Balance to go out of wack and make men produce a lot more estrogen without balancing it with their own testosterone production and "feminizing" them....
One google search and I’m stuck in a rabbit hole. Multiple people claiming it boosts testosterone, then multiple saying it lowers it. I have zero issues with my testosterone currently as a 25 year old male. My libido is always amazing,...
I'm curious what other's experience with Testosterone levels have been with fasting. Here's my experiment/experience: The past 5 months I’ve conducted a pretty extreme experiment around fasting. I drew blood work early and after an extended experiment: I did weekly 36+ hour...
I’m 28M and I’ve been doing IF for almost 6 months now. Coupled with cardio I’ve lost almost 11kgs and I feel better than ever. Except, I’ve been losing hair like crazy of late and I don’t want to go...
Honest question/observation. When I fast for over 20hrs I get so horny. If I do a 48hr fast I cant stop thinking about sex. Is there a scientific correlation between these two things?
So I just finished my first 5-day dry fast a little over a week ago and I’ve noticed that my sex drive is diminished, not as strong as it was from beforehand. Has this happened to anyone else? The urge...
My GF and I(m35) have been TTC for a couple of years. Sperm test shows low motility. Can dry fast be benefical, other than through weight loss?
Does muscle growth is even better on dry fasted state, if you train on dry fasted state on 20 hour mark compared to water fast, and also is there increase on testosterone levels?
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I’m on testosterone and I’ve heard that it may. Is there any truth to this?
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Hi, what is the longest you can fast for to not loosing your muscle? Also, can I do weight training during that time?
Your testosterone levels are UP! Don't whine like a little bitch, celebrate that shit! \[one side effect that I've noticed and taken as a positive indicator after doing SD 72s every week\]
Started at 260 lbs, 6’ 2. My goal is 210; then, depending on how I feel and look, possibly 190. I don’t “look” “fat” even now (I have strong legs and a naturally good shape, and lots of meat under...
just wondering has anyone managed to balance their hormones whilst dry fasting or does it make it worse?
As the title says I've been on my fasting diet for a month now and its killed my Libido, i don't get any sexual urges or even erections . I've even tried looking at some porn to see if i...
So this is basically a post where I'm asking for some scientific evidence that refutes this potential myth. Is their a high quality research out there for this particular topic, also does a high amount(~150g) distributed throughout the day seems...
Eating only Meat, Egg, Milk, etc and of course your body needs water although on provided by animals. I’ve heard people doing it and they’ve been very healthy and have even lost lots of weight and have gotten very strong....
I was wondering the effects of intermittent fasting on teens during growth and can It help increace hieght with the increased growth hormone. As a teen myself I am getting adequate nutrient intake during my eating 8 hour...
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I have often heard carnivore and keto dieters say that saturated fat is healthy, but I've never heard why that would be the case.
I’ve been making my own and having daily, wondering if it’s wasted effort. Thanks!
#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?*)...
Eating is definitely something I use to subside my anxiety and get my mind off things. I also feel amazing when I finish a long fast. I have been trying for months now and can’t get past 60 hours. What...
Preferably, having low net carbs and high unsaturated fat, but even if they don't I'd still like to hear them.
Anyone got any advice one why would he better? Rolling 48s with 1k cal refeeds or rolling 72s with 1.5k cal refeeds
So yeah, as the title says, whenever I’m nearing the 24 hour mark I feel like my heart rate elevates and I just generally feel anxious. As soon as I eat something the problem basically goes away. Is this all in my...
Hello. Little backstory: I am a few pounds away from obese and I have a history of early pregnancy loss. I was just wondering if anyone has found fasting balanced their hormones enough to help them get (and stay) pregnant? Any...
I've heard that you need fat to aid in the digestion of other foods. If a food has very little fat, should some be added? Also would the same go for adding protein?
I've heard two different lines of thought when it comes to fasting and weight loss.. One of them states that by focusing meals in a small period of the day or sometimes one meal per day, even if you have...
After your last meal, when does the clock begin for a timed fast? I want to do 72 hours, my last meal on Sunday was around 6 pm… any ideas ?
I did today my first dry fast while on semen retention. I dont know if this is placebo but iam like 20 hours in and i went to walk, i do feel that it kind of boosts the benefits on...
To build muscle how much protein do you need to eat in a day and do you have to eat that amount of protein every single day or only on the days when you workout?
I have recently started personally experimenting with different fasts and protocols after reading and seeing the science and benefits prominently discussed. However, my wife is skeptical. I have been able to share with her many reputable sources which discuss the many...
what would be a good routine? also only dry fast recommendations please, cannot buy Potassium Chloride
I’d be curious to hear success stories from anyone who had a hard time trying to conceive and then had success after OMAD. I’ve read and can see there’s no definitive human studies. My acupuncturist discourages it. My fertility doctor...
I was wondering what the end result would be if i were to continue cutting, but getting enough protein and generally eating a well-balanced diet. Would I continue to get stronger until I reach some limit before i have...
Hi. Could anyone provide any insight about this? From what I’ve read, soy does not affect hormones, but this is still something I hear often. Any input is appreciated :) especially if you can refer me to any studies on...
I'm 16 and interested in dryfasting - however, lots of people say that the body needs to be fully developed before I participate as it may interfere with growth of new cells. Is it okay to dryfast when I'm 16?...
I’m 5’7, male, and weigh around 130lbs, so I am not overweight by any means. I have done 3-4 days fasting in the past. I can’t say that I have been doing this regularly because my last fast was last...
This is my 2 Year Body Transformation from Overweight to Healthy In March 2020 I came across a sport called Calisthenics that changed my life, over the last 2 years I've completely changed my physical appearance, by training Bodyweight movement patterns....
Can someone please give me a quick summary of a healthy and simple bodybuilding diet. What do bodybuilders generally eat, what do they avoid, and what do they eat the most? Also, any extra tips for bodybuilding diet are appreciated....
I have several people in my life that have told me that IF is tough on the body in the long term. And not to do it. Feel free to counter the point being made with positive things , so...
Has anyone cut back to near zero carbs? What was your experience like?
Has anyone else noticed that social media plateforms are seeing a rise in these carnivore/keto MDS recently who relentlessly advocate for these diets and are getting more and more popular.
Hey everyone 👋🏻 I’m [31/M] with a family and a little daughter, this is the third time I’m doing an extended fast. First one was 15 days and the second 22 days. I’m now on day 5 of my third one. (Went from...
Hello, 16/8 I WFH and have a flexible schedule but want to start going to the gym during the lunch hour. My question is should I break the fast before or after working out?
Hey all, Just finished reading Paul Saladino's book the carnivore diet in which he recommends basically only meat in his carnivore plans level 1-5. However, looking at his website the first picture shows him with a bunch of fruits, honey...
Why is calorie surplus needed for muscle gain? Is this essential? Isn't eating a balanced CH / protein ratio enough? Thanks in advance!
Hi all, Been intermittent fasting for 2 years on a 16:8 hour eating window, plant-based diet, eating enough during the window. Did it for the cellular benefits. i.e autophagy, lipid profile, and to stay slim. I had to finally be honest with...
Has anyone had any success regaining fertility (I.e. periods) back via dry fasting? What about in the presence of heightened cytokine storm or after getting vaccines?
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This is what August Dunning reccs. The stuff is really expensive and there’s some mixed reviews on amazon. Any alternatives? What is your re-feeding process like after a 5 day or more fast?
Does body fat only come from caloric surpluses? Is it possible to be in a calorie surplus and not gain any fat? Do carbs and sugar increase body fat and if so how?
I see these YouTube carnivores who only eat sticks of butter and steak and claim to be in wonderful health. I’m genuinely curious. Not hating.
I’m wondering if there’s anyone that’s been able to hit all of their RDA’s for micros, and if so, how did you feel? Physically? Mentally? What did your diet look like?
Just looking for input on your experiences. I'm no stranger to fasting, nutrition and exercise. I've been heavily involved in the aforementioned and was in great shape for years, but since a string of injuries and some other issues, I've fallen...
Hi, My previous fasting eperience - 11 day WF, 5 day DF. Excessive masturbation can cause bodily asymmetries according to Happeh Theory. If you masturbate with your left hand then the left side of your entire body will shrink causing the assymmetry....
Hello. As the tittle says, I binged a lot of junk food for a few days. I am feeling pretty down at this moment in life and quite sure fasting could help me to build self esteem when I finish...
I noticed noone is eating it. And I heared something about how it makes estrogen high. I have no idea if that is correct.
disclaimer: i am not seeking medical advice, only tips/thoughts/suggestions, especially from folks who have fasted for medical reasons, since most folks here seem to do it for weight management reasons. \----- hi everyone! i have had some great luck in the past with...
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...
I looked up too much discussions about low or moderate fat subjects, but can't find any scientifical explanation about essential fat acids. Are they usable from body fat or must we take fat daily? I need an explanation about fat...
I'm in my 30's 5ft 2 and currently 136.6lbs SW 140lbs GW:119lbs started IF 3 weeks ago, lost 4lbs then gained 0.6lbs (I lost 0.4%BF this week though) I really struggled last week. I've been putting in the hours 18:6 but...
As hunters and gatherers weren’t fruits the only source of carbs. Since wheat and rice were only cultivated after the agricultural revolution and we hardly had those (correct me if I am wrong on this point).
I personally don’t buy into ‘organic’ foods. I think that if you eat healthy you’ll be healthy. Having said that, I’m wondering if there are some organic foods that are ‘worth it’ in that make a difference what you’re consuming...
Hi there, I am male, 32 y.o. with normal health and fitness habits doing boxing 4 times a week (before iso). Should I start fast? Does anyone have any decent researches showing any benefits? Thanks!
I get pea is a better plant protein (at least I think) but is soy protein really bad?
>“This is clearly a lie. Gaining 34 lb in 28 days requires a caloric surplus of 4300 calories per day, so for a guy his size, he must have eaten 7000 calories a day. He expects me to believe that...
Is there anyone here who successfully reversed chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, Prostatitis, epididymitis ect which are as per current medical beliefs not curable only manageable? I am not asking for clinical trials ( if you have then...
Keto is high fat, low carb, and a decent amount protein. Vegetables are optional. Most people only do keto for a few years and then revert back to their normal eating habits after they get the health results they wanted,...
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...
Hello, I’m looking for feedback from those 40+ years old. Primarily since we all know that age is a factor and can affect metabolism and a number of other things that may cause our bodies to hold on to weight. How...
I have about 4 grocery stores in my vicinity and they all stock maybe 1 kind of soy milk and then like a dozen kinds of almond or oat milk. To me though the soy milk is by far the...
Welcome to the weekly [r/Nutrition](https://www.reddit.com/r/Nutrition/) feature post for questions related to your personal diet and circumstances. Wondering if you are eating too much of something, not enough of something, or if what you regularly eat has the nutritional content you...
Hello, I was wondering what you guys think about the keto diet?
HELP I've been doing this since late-September, and I haven't lost any weight. I'm a 30-year-old AFAB trans man on testosterone (hitting two years later this month). I'm 5'5 at 200 lbs, which is the heaviest I've ever been in...
Thanks a lot to all the Amazing people answering and putting effort into answering my last post , I finally set with nutritionist and she was actually unlike what I gathered from what I heard here , was super pro If...
I'm wondering if anyone built muscle while fasting? There are hormones released during a fast like testosterone, IGF-1(insulin like growth factor 1)and HGH (human growth hormone) which support muscle growth but I'm wondering if i need to adjust my macros...
The short answer is yes, the longer answer is below. Do you know that every 7 of out 10 people in South Asia is deficient in vitamin d and nearly 1 billion people worldwide are thought to be deficient in the...
Low Calorie, Animal Based, Intense Weight Training. Some of ya'll might find this interesting. Im 29, Male, 6'1" and 205lbs. I've been following IF for about two and a half years, mostly 20:4, but now 18:6. Currently my goal is weight...
Today I completed my first ever 24 hour dry fast. I woke up this morning before going to class and took a piss, but a few cloudy, white tissue-like clumps came out. Admittedly am a virgin, so I don't think...
So I started fasting Jan 21-23rd I'm unsure as to the exact date, but it was last month. I weighed in at 310 the starting day, ended my first fast at day 7, ate for two days, and continued fasting...
Hello everyone! I am looking for some resources, articles, personal stories, and insights to what fasting looks like as a woman. I (20F) have mild PCOS symptoms that come from disregulated hormones. Basically, I don’t have enough estrogen/progesterone but a bit...
I let myself lose grip on what was important to me this year. I let my mental health slip and my weight ballooned. I drank everyday and ate awful food and ballooned from 191 to 243. I’ve since been to therapy,...
I posted this to /fasting but thought it might do better over here: I’m a a 53 year old male (starting weight Of 372lbs) with type 2 diabetes who started fasting 3 weeks ago. My blood sugar has completely normalized...
I’m 21 FTM and have been on testosterone for 10 months. In that time I’ve gained about 30 pounds. I’m fairly muscular, but have gotten a little pudgy in my face and stomach and want to tone up before my...
I learned about the 16:8 version of intermittent fasting in November. I was already nearly there unintentionally by not eating breakfast for years. It wasn't hard for me to stop eating earlier at night and wait an extra hour in...
I am new to the diet. I stumbled into this only a few days ago. I haven’t been able to read the book outlining the diet yet. I was getting wicked Charlie Horses and after a Google search found that...
I would like to hear from people about losing weight SPECIFICALLY from the belly area. I have an overabundance of visceral fat in that area due to hormonal imbalance and would like to specifically lose the visceral fat. ...
When you exceed a certain number of hours of fasting, around 20 hours, your body starts producing something called Reverse T3, which is used to reduce metabolism. To understand what reverse T3 is, we need to know what metabolism is...