What Happens If You Don't Eat For 5 Days?
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Dr if you have a fatty liver will fat be in your stool? If not what could cause mucus or fat looking particles in the stool?
@@amygause4721 nope. Ginger And Bile salts. May help. Oh and NAC and Tudca too.
I am not a doctor please don't follow my advice!
👍🏾 I had a fatty a year ago.
I lose weight faster. I'm 43. Speed walking/jog 5am
Hi Dr
I been practicing ketosis and omad for last month and lost 5 kgs and I start to stall I don't excerscis at all just walking almost 10000 steps daily and hard working in my garden any twikes I can do to start loose weight again .thank you in advanced
@Exit The Maze Through THE SUN East Into The Sunrise good morning dr I’m Watching your videos all the time and it’s very interesting I have a question five days fasting what do you mean should I eat one time a little bit or not at all
Thank you so much for your good videos
You forgot to mention the best part of fasting! No dishes to wash. :)
🤣🤣🤣🤣 exactly and thats a big gain
Hahahahaha
@@aimaeyo228 power bills
Plus, much less food to buy and you save so much time (shopping, cooking, dish washing) and money!
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣Helps the grocery bill.
I'm 8.5 hours away from completing my first 7 day fast. Today I feel amazing, mental clarity. KEEP ON FASTING PEOPLE 💚
Please give detail of your fasting protocol also can I take hypertension medication during fasting?
Please help me with secret of success of fasting
How is it going
@@babubhattacharya3988 down, boy !
Read your bible while you do it. Many blessings will come from God
I’m 73 years old and just 12 hours from completing an 84 hour fast! I’m so proud of myself! These videos have been a “life line” to my success!
Good job
I’m 62 years old and 8 hours away from completing an 86 DAY water fast. Yes, it is possible.
3.5 days. Good for you.
@@254collinsthanks
@@thomaswycoff2618good for you!
I’m trying out 72hours fast for the first time. I’m at the 39th hour…. I’m super proud of myself, never knew i’ll make it this far. I’m just here to get more motivation to keep me going. Thanks for the video.
Do you ongoing without any food or taking a break for a hour or so to have some food ?
@@SuperTakib Are you serioues man? Is a FAST. What a silly question you're asking
@@josealvarezpardo I was asking about 24 hours time frame. Sorry if it’s a weird question. But saw many health practionar suggesting take a break of time frame from 1 hour to 4 hour after fasting 20-23 hours.
@@SuperTakib What's the point of stopping fasting during the fasting program?
It kills all posible benefits unless you're new and need to stop because you are not feeling okay.
I tried a 72 hour fast for the first time in my life and I only made it 53 hrs, I smelled some good cooking, and I broke.
I am 51 years old and I have been practicing water fasting (no food and only water) for prolonged periods since I was 22 years old.
Until I was 45 years, I used to fast once a year for periods of 7-18 days. Lately, I have been fasting twice a year for 3-5 days.
The following points are a summary of my experience with fasting
- I have never felt hungry during my fast. I feel the desire to eat when smelling food or watching others eat, but never felt hungry
- First two days are the hardest, then I usually experience a spike of energy and good feeling
- Light excercise is a must on daily bases. I usually walk or garden
- Food tastes much better after breaking the fast. Your senses of food taste improve in a great way after fasting
Hope the above helps you enjoy fasting and improve your health
So ky
I've done a 5 day fast, but I struggle with insomnia when I fast, I get way too energetic. Any recommendations?
@@Jacquie_Kirk_111 I had the same issue once or twice, and I drank some calming herbs such as anise or sage during the day and before I go to sleep. If you are drinking coffee or tea during the day, I would recommend to replace them with herbs. Hope this helps
I'm almost ready. I had to gain a couple of pounds first.
Vitamin D puts me to sleep. With deep slow breathing.
Did you have acid reflux/indigestion issues? When I get to day 4, the stomach acid kicks in greatly 😢 & I need help!
Doctors kept telling me that I had to take medicine for the rest of my life but 3 years later fasting and exercising I have never felt better with no medicine.
Cheers from Pennsylvania 👍👍👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Hi Frank. Congratulations. How long do you fast for? What do you do and how often please? Thx friend.
👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 Congrats!!
Real talk
So many doctors are simply glorified drug dealers.
Im reading all the comments and its helping me keep motivated to continue my fast. Im 39.5 hours into my water fast. I was good until I smelled someone cooking pancakes🥺. I had to talk myself out of breaking my fast. Im feeling pretty good minus a few jitters. No stomach cramps or major headaches, Thank God! Im aiming for 72 hours as my goal. Im so close.🤞😇🙏
Try meditation or going out for a walk. That helps the body/mind to find balance and keep going.
George Floyd is fasting for 3 years
Hi dear keep going, I'm into my 88hrs of water fasting and I'm feeling great, I'm planning on having 1 meal at dinner time..my plan was to do 72hrs but I didn't feel hunger at all so I continued, so now I'm doing a few days of OMAD(one meal a day) you can do this remember YOU GOT THIS 😊Strongs to all the fasters❤
@@faizajohnson9401 88 foot tall Statue of George Floyd walked on water at a fast paced
Did make it to 72hrs? 🤨🤔
I have done extensive research on long term water fasting and decided that I am going to do it. There are many genetic mental disorders and health issues in my family and I feel that I can fix my dna by long term water fasting. I have been bone broth fasting for 10 years and for the past month I've been fasting 2 days and eating 2 days in preparation for my 40-50 day water fast. I also did a 3 day dry fast last year and words cannot explain the spiritual experience that I had. So I'm 4 days into my 40-50 day water fast- I'll stop when I feel the time is right. I call long term water fasting and dry fasting- Conversations with Universe. Sending strength and wisdom to all and remember- rest when you have to and, get back up when you fall. Peace
I don't think you can fix the DNA itself but maybe you can fix everything else. If you still have some health issue after a 40 day fast then maybe you have nailed down what is genetic and what is not.
About 14 hours from finishing a 5 day fast. Keep it up people! You got this
Thats awesome, can you describe your experience a bit ? How did you feel each day throughout the 5 days ? Which days or days were the hardest ? Did you have bursts of energy or were you feeling weak, etc ? I'm starting a 3 day, water only, fast today.
@@ryantourney2879 it's tough very tough in some areas. Other times I was surprised I wasn't hungry at all. You will learn a lot about yourself. Just because you start feeling hungry doesn't mean you actually need food. I never got energy bursts, I just felt the same the entire time. The best thing to do, keep yourself busy and away from smelling food lol. Also watch out for any farts cuz they could be wet farts lol.
That's great, thanks.
I'm writing notes about how I'm feeling through my fast. 18 hours in and not feeling hungry. I normally only eat once per day, so I'm thinking I won't feel much different until I pass the 24 hour mark.
@@ryantourney2879 I would say I felt a little mental clarity around day 3 and just started noticing how addicted I was to food. Because I was overeating like crazy.
You broke The Fast or it's a non stop fasting!
Intermittant fasting now for 3 years-my aches and pains have gone away plus my energy and work levels have improved-79 years old going on 80 and on no medications.
That's the life! So happy for you! If I could live so well. Bless you. 🥰
Wow! That’s awesome and encouraging!! Keep up the great work!!
you probably added a few more years to your life by cleaning up your cells and dna.
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On hour 33 of a 72hr fast. Hunger went away, mental sharpness has kicked in, and feeling great! I do this every month to give my body a reset and increase autophagy. In the best shape of my life thanks to regular intermittent fasting and occasional prolonged fasts🙏🏽
But don't you lose all the short term benefits of fasting once you start eating again?
are you suggesting we not eat?
I’m finishing my 31st day of a water fast and I’ve never felt better. I don’t have an issue with eating. I look forward to eating again when my body indicates I need to but it is worth the sacrifice. I was morbidly obese and had over 100 lbs to lose when I started. It has been a team effort as I am working with a nutrition coach and a doctor.
Congratulations. How much weight did you shed on your 31 day fast?
31 days without food ? Only water ? Woow!
I am losing right now. So I don't think I'll fast right now.
Today is my 11th day . I feel great. My goal is a month
I made it 38 days and went from 350 lbs to 262 lbs.
20 years ago, several days before my chemotherapy for breast cancer, an oncologist (not my primary oncologist) told me about fasting and eating whole foods. I was overweight then and this doctor was saying things to me that I had NEVER heard of - don't eat for two days, what!!?? Fasting will do what to my body, huh??
I did receive chemo but I fasted every 36 hours as well. I truly...truly believe that I'm still here because I changed my diet and fasted.
Now, I eat on Wednesday and Sunday mornings - in which includes anything I want in moderation (no bread, no sugar, no grains).
I do exercise 3 days a week, nothing major and I'm 100+ pounds lighter than I was then and have kept the weight off. I dont take ANY medications and I'm getting close to 60.
Folks, this video is human survival gold. Pay attention.
You only eat twice a week?
@@randallrutherford1384
Usually, yes.
Thank You salemdesigns65. Thanks for sharing your story. I think you are correct in saying that you saved your life with fasting. Most people would probably start eating a little more frequently after they reach their goal weight, but if you pay attention to how you feel and function, I think you can find a rhythm that is right for you. 😄
@@drekberg
Agreed, Doc! 🤗
Is your oncologist dr still practicing? He was before his time. I still hear from health care workers that “fasting” is so unhealthy. It’s the only thing that gets my insulin resistance under control
I'm on day 2 and it's rough. I've done longer fasts but this one really sucks for some reason. I know I just need to make it another day or two and I'll be set...for anyone else struggling with me, hang in there!!
I've done several fasts, longest being 11 days. The first was the hardest but that didn't mean the later ones were easy. I've started and failed more than once.
Currently I want to do a seven day. Not sure I'll manage that. 36 hours in and I know I'll make it to 72. Beyond that, though, I'm less certain.
@@browncoatokie hang in there! I'm rooting for you!!!
@@browncoatokie my wishes for you for future fast . If you see this do respond o. How it turn out ? How much further you went ?
Yep! I am on day 4, but the toughest thing for me is drinking a lot of water🤔
@@Nighthawk799 it might help to check the app store for a water tracker. I used to have one that gave little notifications and kept track of how much I drank in a day/week. Super helpful for me. Keep at it!
I've been intermittent fasting for two weeks now, and hit a plateau. I think it's time to take it a step further. Today starts my 3- day. Y'all wish me luck. I'll check back in with my results.
??? Why updates?
Updates?
He’s dead
@@lemorcardona5573 yep
IF to omad to water fasting, IF to water fast is tough....
Thank you !
I did my first 90 hour fast . All my skin tags fell off my body. WOW !!!
Now 2 months later I doing 120 hours
I had the same experience with the skin tags. It’s quite q phenomenon. Pretty cool. !
Wow. What are tags? Really, are they a sign of a medical problem that u are no longer in danger of?😮😮😮😮
Oh my gosh 🙏👍🏼🧿
Didn’t quite make it to 72 hours but did make it to 60 hours! My first fast so proud of me. Thanks Doctor!! For helping me begin my health care journey!
Hi, I'm still on my fast and am proud like you. Almost at 48h mark.m, though I've spoons of butter as I was thinking of going to normal. At this point I will aim for 72h mark as it's almost there and it's weekend, wish me luck 😆🥳
What motivations did you use
@@foxtail803 just trying to heal my heart as best i can - sometimes you just have to do what you have to do
@@kristinalowe3635 yes , I am recovering from cancer . So trying everything
@@foxtail803 recovering, God bless you. I will pray for your continued healing. stay strong! peace and love to you and yours - the God in you is more than enough to pull you through. I am going to incorporate routine 3 day fast in my life!
I'm diabetic, got to 310 pounds. Suffered depression, body aches, neuropathy, vision problems etc etc. It's been a long process for me but I'm finally on my way. I thought I would die if I didn't eat every 3 hours, I was addicted to sugar, bread and everything that is bad for us including alcohol and cigarettes, I have finally made it to 48 hrs fasting and I am now 240 pounds. My glucose levels are normalizing, slowly but it's happening. 171 glucose 🆘 when I wake up. Today I will try to reach 72 hours fasting. Good luck to everyone working to get healthy. Blessings.
Congrats, Nelson. Keep going!!!
Congratulations! I understand the sugar addiction I’m fasting as we speak to eradicate mine. Would love some updates on hoot journey!
Please research berberine, it's a natural form of metformin that is helping me with glucose levels. I went of the fasting for 2 months and my weight has been the same, will start again next week since I took about a month and a half of vacation. It was so difficult to not eat with family and friends. I will continue to update you on my progress. Best of luck.
Nelson, how did you handle the diabetic medication(s) that you were on when you began fasting.
Hal, I am prescribed glipizide and metformin. Always had issues with glipizide because it would drop my levels below 80 and my body would react all types of crazy, cold, shakes, stutter etc. Finally the doc changed the doses from 10 mg glipizide and 1000 mg metformin to half of each. Once I started fasting things changed again because I cut all fruit, sugar, bread and so on so the medication would have the same effect as before even though the doses were lower, I gave up the glipizide first and as I progressed with fasting I replaced the metformin with the berberine. I also supplemented with zinc, vitamin b12, vitamin c, vitamin D, potassium and magnesium. Check your glucose levels constantly, your body might react different depending on how bad or not your diabetes is. I was really doing bad but my body really reacted well to the positive changes.
Just on my 7th day without food. Just water. Feeling great! No hunger feelings at all, clear head. Impressive how easy it is. Body transforms fast.
Is there any advice you got for me to distract myself an stay positive. Day 3 of my 9 day fast.
@@DaSpiritualScientist best thing for me was not to think about the whole period. Just focus on the present day and the only goal is this one day.
Could I do this for today?
@@alexanderhamburg4653 thank you
Well done fellow fasters! I'm new to this and I'm 3 hours from my first 24 hour fast. 24 hours isn't huge but a big deal to me. Definitely something I'll be doing long term ⚕️🥗
A number of times I've started a 24 hr fast but felt so good I extended to 48 or 72 hours.
I read this right as im 3hrs away from my first 24hrs, im aiming for 3 days...it sucks right now lol im so hungry but super determined to see this through!
You will have more success if you build up to long fasts..start with intermittent fasting
Keep on going we must fast the Bible say when we fast
Nice job
3 months ago I started to eat once every 24 hours. After first month I was able to water fast for 3-4 days. Now I can easily push it to 7 days with exercise. In this 3 months I lost 20 kg and become visibly younger.
When I eat my one meal a day I eat whatever I like - without sugar and highly processed oils. I cut down on carbs esp. bread and went up with fats.
Never felt better in last 20 years.
That's awesome man. About a year ago I was the same as you, then kinda fell off the wagon. Are you doing the Keto diet in addition to your fasting?? If so, how do you keep your calories down while still getting enough protein? I seem to eat too many calories trying to keep my grams of protein where they should be.
Currently 56 hours into a 120 hour fast, hunger still comes in waves and working out is too much of a chore so I'm just walking daily, hopefully in future fasts I'll be more adapted to going to the gym! I think getting fully into ketosis prior to starting would have helped majorly
That is great but watchout with losing weight too fast. 20kg in 3 month is a lot you might have some loose skin.
I can relate!
@@georgethornton05 working out is a chore and I don't like it but I do that and watch what I eat and it has helped me lose weight
I have cancer and fasted 4 1/2 days prior to my chemo. I feel relatively symptom free! I will continue this ever 3 weeks before each infusion! Thank you for this life changing strategy.!
Liquid or powdered Magnesium Bis-glycinate will help you with your fast
@@ccee3407 also pure potassium bicarbonate added to regular water is THE way to get ur Na/K/Mg ratio balanced and fortified
@@kneetotheface thanks. I just finished a 5 day fast and for the first timeni had not one hunger peign or body ache. I will try that next fast. I also did have some Irish moss as well
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That’s awesome!
I am on my 86th hour toward the way on a 185 hour fast - I feel less hungry as I progress - and I’ve lost 5.6 lbs after cheating on the keto diet - i’ve found the key for losing weight is keto + occasionally prolonged fasting especially when hitting a plateau - just fast for 3 days (72 hours) and you’ll break that stall in weight loss - i’ve done this weekly for nearly 30 weeks - and the pounds are dropping off like crazy. I started at 368.0 lbs on April 4th 2023, and as of this morning February 26th 2024 I am 204.4 on my digital scale. A loss of 163.6 lbs in almost 11 months next Monday March 4th 2024.
Keep on fasting, I did a cleanse first, then fasted for 6 days! Best thing I have done in my life. I do intermittent fasting every day. I reversed my menopause symptoms, vertigo and inflammation in my body. DO IT
I am brand new to fasting. I do 18:6 most days, but I have completed a 36 hour fast, 3 full 40 hour fasts, and I am 1 hour away from completing my first 48 hour fast! I struggled with my weight for 20 years and I have finally found the answer!!! I love fasting!
Hi. How much you shed till time Just to boost us.
@@sanjayarora856You can easily shed 1 KG a day consistently.
I'm doing same for about 5 years now and try to do 72+ every couple months. Most I did was 92 hours. I do cheat sometimes when I have lunch around 1 or 2pm.
I'm starting a 7 day fast today, if anyone wants to join me! Sometimes having a fasting buddy helps! (at least it does for ME!) 😊❤✌❤
@@jodyariewitz7349I’ll join you! I’m 27 hours in right now.
I have followed your one meal a day for about 5 weeks, I have dealt with eating disorders in the past but I now have a healthy relationship with food. Im a hundred pounds overweight. Im down 29 pounds, my depression has just about disappeared, I can taste and smell better, I’m more motivated around the house , happier and learning to enjoy the process. You have changed my life!
Congratulations to you and I hope you keep up the good work I’m rooting for you.
Your doing great! I'm also overweight, and fasting and portion control have been a game changer for me. Fasting teaches you some useful skills, I learned I dont need as much food as I thought, and I felt satisfied with healthy portion sizes
You have summed up the positives of fasting in your inspiring text. Wishing you the very best.
I have a problem about smelling a scent while tasting food😭😭it tastes weird…anything I can do for it to disappear??😢
Do you deal with cravings? How do you combat that hunger
68 years old and I just finished 96 hour fast. I normally do 18/6 daily for past few years and also did 96 hrs a year ago. I went from 230lbs to 170 in the past year, now down to 165. I eat very little carbs, good quality organic eggs, vegs, grass fed/finished meats and wild salmon, sardines, cod livers. Everything in my blood work has normalized and I am off all BP meds. It does work. I am almost never actually hungry. Some days I won't eat at all and then notice it's almost bedtime so I just skip any food until next day. This easily turns into a 24+ hour fast. Thanks Dr Sten for all your excellent advice!
I guess I'm following along your path since July. I'm 69 and within a few pounds of your weight and about the same goal. Do you eat any different coming off a long fast to ease back into your normal pattern?
Ive been planning ...key word planning on the fast all 2023 and never made it to 3days. Today I finally made it past 72hrs and still going to keep going. 🙌 this has inspired me to push.
My longest fast ever was 15 days and I lost 23 pounds. Because of autophagy, during those 15 days 2 bunions on my feet disappeared along with a large ganglion cyst on my wrist. I fast for 4 days 4 times a year (during the solstices and equinoxes, so I can remember). It's glorious and I've been doing this for many years.
I love your plan of long fasts during solstices and equinoxes. This brings more MEANING to the fast. I think I'll try that!
@@DeafSeattleGuy36 Yes, give it a try. It's good for the soul and helps connect us to the rhythm of our realm.
Please how were you able to pull it off..? Were you drinking only water..? What did you do please..? Some drink tea or coffee..
@@dorisc.9073 I was drinking water mixed with slight amounts of potassium chloride and Himalayan pink salt (if you don't do that, you will get headaches from lack of electrolytes). I also had green tea with nothing in it (no calories). Try it! It's wonderful.
Mexico Unexplained Thank you so much! The highest I’ve done was a 3 day fast; followed by Keto diet. I felt wonderful, and lost some weight. But I’ve backslide and gain some weight. I want to go back to fasting and eating clean.
I’ve been doing intermittent fasting for 9-10 months and lost over 75 lbs
That’s awesome, Joseph.
@@JenniferMyers Thank You 😉
Wow, that’s fabulous!
Hi there. Did you have any health issue?? Ty
Thank you Joseph Fargnoli for sharing. That is great. I am thrilled that you have seen such great results. Keep it up! 😄
I’ve received great comfort from reading the Bible.
Me from Quran
Started fasting again. Mostly for spiritual and health reasons.
First started 18-6 then I moved into a 36 hr fast then back to 17-7 and now going going for 72hrs. My joints and restless leg syndrome has decreased to non existent and I feel more lighter and no more brain fog. And it doesn’t bother me anymore when I’m cooking for my family.
Love fasting.
For me personally ketosis and fasting have completely changed my relationship with food. I’ve become incredibly aware of real “hunger” vs boredom and cravings. I’ve gotten to a place where I recognize satiety and can fast without any feelings of hangriness.
Perfectly put! That’s exactly what I’m shooting for. Good stuff
yes, it is amazing that your hunger actually goes away. i now go on 1 meal a day and add a snack of a handful of nuts if i feel i need something. i would have never thought i would go all day and not be hungry. also, food tastes so much better. and if any honey or sweet fruit gets in, the sweetness puts me in a momentary trance.
Did u experience constipation?
@@sujamathew3865 not at all. You’ve got to stay hydrated. I would recommend you get your weight and divide by 2 and make sure each day you get that many ounces. I would also invest in a zero carb electrolyte powder to mix with some of your water. That way it will help keep your electrolyte levels at a good place. Too much water can flush out your electrolytes.
@@dduke777 Thanks! Weight in pounds?
Fasting has been an important part of my lifestyle since I was 18 years old, 1978; I'm 61 now. I enjoyed this biochemistry feast immensely. I have fasted more than 18 hours more times than I can say. I adore my 5-day fasts! I never get sick; I only tire when my day is done; I sleep like a baby; I have no pain; I awaken refreshed and ready for life; I look up to , haha, 20 years younger than my biological age; I learn and remember new things every day...from music to biochemistry; I have fabulous endurance for hiking and working; my weight is precisely where it is best. Fasting is the fountain of feeling great while you live!
Great feedback this. Stay fit!
I love that story.
@@CompostWatcher A story we can all tell with the biochemical magic of fasting!! Evolutionary because of epigenetics and neuroplasticity.
I do remember being 18 in 1978 and also remember wearing staggers jeans with a 27 inch waist. It's now stretch jeans with a 34 inch waist.
This has all been enlightening. I hope I have at least some of your fortitude.
Thank you Delphine for your experience. I’m almost 60 and new to fasting. I’m currently at hour 56 of what was going to only be a 24 hour fast (my first fast) but it’s stories like yours that encourage me to continue this fast and reap the supposed benefits of longer fasting….I suppose time will tell 😁👍.
I am on my second day of what I’m calling liquid fast. I’ve had coffee, with butter and MCT oil as I was extremely weak and dizzy so don’t think I can do totally without sustenance at this point. I’ve also had bouillon in the early evening. I’m also 82 years with a-fib, CHF, COPD and stable nonsmall cell lung cancer! I’ll continue taking baby steps until I can do a true fast.
Keep going you'll get there!
The weakness and dizzyness is mostly for dehydration. I felt no symptoms after I started deinking water with a pinch of sea salt
I was lost in the mountains. I couldn't remember how I got there. It seemed like I suddenly woke up. I was extremely hungry and a little weak. I drank water from a spring I found and there was plenty of pine trees and wild onions near the spring. I stuffed my pockets with the wild onions and pine nuts. I found a 2 liter soda bottle near there and I filled it up and headed out. Fortunately I knew enough about outdoor survival and after a few minutes of walking I knew about where I was. I made it to an outdoor supply store that was approx. 7 miles away. Later on when I was examined by the doctor I told him what happened and I couldn't remember anything until it felt like I woke up and realized where I was. I told him the last thing I remembered. I had been in the woods for 5 days! I guess I survived eating the pine nuts and wild onions for several days but I don't remember that either. My dad had passed away recently and the doctor said I probably had a case of Delayed Post Traumatic Amnesia and my dad's passing was the cause. I glad it was in the late spring and not in winter.
wow...
It reads just like some kind of book ! Cool adventure👍💪
@@essieaku3563 thanks
I love fasting because of the energy and mental clarity! Many of my friends think this is crazy but I have improved my health significantly with intermittent daily fasts, along with one five day fast for every season!
It’s crazy how much this will help you in getting healthier! No more drugs for me and I’m 60 years young.
How do you eat time wise? Few hours each night? But few hours before bed so it dosent disturbe sleep?
Dont believe it. These are fake comments from channel trying to boost views. Fasting is extremely difficult in normal life. Best to fast if you go on special course retreat with others.
@@phineus8397 its prob best to start on tuseday, only one work day on Friday, fating to saturday and eat, be ready for work on monday
@@stefanallard3084 I eat either 18/6.
If I’ve gained a few pounds I’ll do one meal a day for a week and lose those pesky pounds.
I eat low carb, usually 25 grams of carbs or sometimes 30.
Now I will advise that if you are on medications to control blood sugar you should check with your doctor before you do this. You will need to adjust your medication as your blood sugar will come down and you will become less insulin resistant after even a twenty four hour fast.
Do you eat a certain way to prep for or come out of the 5 day fasts? I'm gonna do a long fast soon.
10 more hours to complete my first 5 day fast. The anxiety of the first day is replaced by a sense of calm 🙏
How do you feel???
What do you drink while fasting?
How was your concentration
@@marilizelizabeth LOLOL
wow, that's awesome! congrats
I’m targeting a 120 hrs fast. Right now, I’m 4 hrs away from 72 hrs. The hunger I feel right now is so intense but I’ll fight it. The foreseen end results is my motivation.
Anyone else on his/her journey should think of the end results.
hi there, i have done 72hour and more a few times now, 1 thing i found at 48hours + is the energy levels are crazy, i feel like ive had 5 coffees back to back, from experience, make sure you are taking on Salts and vitamines during longer fasts, and enjoy all that energy : )
drink more water.. thats why yuou feel hungry.. I;m working on day 5 and not had any hunger.. just drink lots fo water
@@snlpes86 thanks for the info. I can reveal that I wasnt taking any salt nor minerals because I thought it would slow down autophagy. Presently
I am.
That time was actually my first prolonged fast and from the little research I did, I discovered that I felt so weak and hungry because I was on a cabs diet before and my body wasnt yet okay with the cabs withdrawal.
Right now I'm on a three day fast and I feel quite good because before this, I was on a partial keto diet.
@@synapticdragon2157 thanks for the info. However, I can reveal that I was drinking lots of water which made me pee so often but I wasnt taking any salt nor minerals because I thought it would slow down autophagy. Presently I am.
That time was actually my first prolonged fast and from the little research I did, I discovered that I felt so weak and hungry because I was on a cabs diet before and my body wasnt yet okay with the cabs withdrawal.
Right now I'm on a three day fast and I feel quite good because before this, I was on a partial keto diet.
I do 120 hour fasts back to back. It works well for me. I fast Monday through Friday & refeed with OMAD on Friday, Saturday & Sunday nights.
I almost got to two days of fasting
Only got to 32 hours
But I will start again soon.
The superpower you get over 3 days of fasting is the best feeling ever, your brain get focused, you feel a grater self control and the pains you may have in joints disappear almost completely.
How do you do it? Don't you feel light headed or tired or hungry? Does it hurt your stomach to be empty?
@@nikieberhardt4624 The hunger pains aren't there forever. And drinking water to fill up your stomach will help with that as well. You become more alert after the initial point where you might get tired and hungry. Basically if you know it gets better, you have a much much easier time to fight through the discomfort.
@@wowandrss thank you for your reply. I'll have to wait for no one to be around before I can try this because I'm prone to getting really hangry and nasty. Lol
@ Niki eberhardt, you can consider building up to three days as opposed to just diving in. It lessens the shock. I’ve only worked myself up to 48 hours in one shot so far, preparing for a second, but I do a 24 hour fast once a week. It gets progressively easier. Like you, I’m not the most social person during my fasts because it flat out makes me cranky.
@@SumDumGy_formerly_Tim_Walden thank you
I know of a fellow that fasted for 40 days and nights, in the wilderness, ... and he turned out ok.
But the devil showed up and then the people he was trying to help killed him
@@raul0ca ...and he arised from the dead and reigns forever.
We're talking about the real world here, not fairy tails
Pathetic remark.
@@ericmcdowell5762 the op's one? I agree
I have been doing intermittent fasting for about a year ever since starting to listen to Dr. Ekberg. I'm down 40 pounds and have a better relationship with food. I appreciate whole food for the sustenance it provides, and I am no longer controlled by addiction to processed foods. I feel better than I did 20 years ago (I'm 52). I'm forever grateful to Dr. Ekberg! Today, I'm doing at least a 36-hour fast, maybe more if I feel good! Going for more autophagy! 🙂
I do OMAD every day and do 72 hours every 3 months. I have lost over 70 lbs in 7 months and I am a female in my mid 60😂
Wow. Congrats on the weight loss!
Hi, I have lost another 30 lbs since then . I feel great.
@@kaim1810 Thank you very much
Fantastic! I reversed Eczema, glaucoma, fatty liver etc by long fastings and leading non inflammatory lifestyle. I am 67 years old and feel fit as a young athlete. Thank you Doctor for your in-depth presentation. Highly enjoyed it.
I started fasting no food-no water 3 day fasts around age 54. Didn't do 7 day water only until early 60's.
Am also 67 and am always shocking people when they find out my age. Quiting smoking and drinking in my late 20's really helped as those addictions age you really fast. Stayed very active with sports until my body started giving out around early 50's.
Worn out knees keep me at a minimum with exercise but stay busy around the house, garden, fixing vehicles. When I run into people my age am shocked at how aged they look.
Congrats and keep it up!
How long did you fast to reverse glaucoma?
How often do you do the fastings? Everyone talk about how they feel during the fasting but how often is it good ?
Like 1 day fasting every week? Or 7 days fasting every month? Or longer periods every year or twice a year ? Please 🙏🏻
@@lisamerryman5178 The doctor categorized me in May 2019 as Glaucoma suspect. I have been doing Intermittent fasting, OMAD for last two years and strictly leading non inflammatory life style ( basically zero sugar, low carb- high protein and fat diet). Do a three day water fasting every four months. I think that helped me in reversing all ailments I mentioned. Regular walk with exercise for two hours every morning from 5 am.
@@StefanyAlvarez I do 18 hours fast every day. which means my eating window is 6 hours. Apart from this I do three day water fasting every four months.
Beef, eggs, seafood, and fruit/vegetable smoothies is my entire diet. Expensive quality but combined with fasting it becomes more affordable.
I am establishing a habit of a 3 day fast once per month and a 24 hour fast once per week. I feel so much better mentally and physically, I realized I eat way too much (quantity and frequency) out of cultural conditioning. Thankful to be breaking this conditioning.
I actually had to stop at day 5/7, my blood sugar was low and I was pale and nauseous. So, I’ll give it another go next week 🎉
I was afraid of hungry all my life. Had to it every 3 hours or I would go “bananas”. Intermittent fasting changed my relationship with food all together. No eating desordem what soever. Just the opposite. Now I have a better relationship with food.
Yeah, isn't it bizare how we're so afraid, to not eat for a few hours at time, yet completely neglect we go without food when we sleep, for at least 8 hours. And wake up an feel great.
Couldn't agree more. I used to fast a lot. But now i eat waaay more yet more tired. I am going to bed soon. Tomorrow I start fasting again, the worth in my life depends on it.
On 12/15/22 I started the 18/6 fast and then a week later moved on to the 20/4. I eat mostly chicken, salad, fish, fruits and nuts. For the first time in my life I stopped consuming soda and other sugary drinks. I’m nearing 52 years of age and started my December life change at 234.8 lbs. Today 3/14/23 I weighed in at 198.6 pounds and couldn’t be happier. My goal is to reach 165 pounds. One other note is that my A1C dropped from 8.7 to 6.2 and no longer on blood pressure medication.🙏
Wow!! That's amazing coming off the BP meds and your blood sugar being so good!! Congratulations!!
What a great accomplishment! I am glad you are not stopping there and continuing this health journey! Good luck with your goals! Hopefully your A1C gets even less so that the insulin resistance will be soon reduced down to zero!
I just finished my first 72 hr water fast, it was more like what I would imagine a drug detox would be like. No sleep, sweats, tossing and turning and hunger pangs. First day was not too bad, as I do 16-8 intermittent fasting daily but, as the time goes on it is amazing how food breaks up the monotony of every day life. Great information, thank you!
We are so blessed to have this man, explaining things about our bodies and teaching us how they work. When you think of the process so clinically, it certainly makes your cravings for food go away, at least for bad food high in sugar .Thank you for teaching us Doctor
This video changed my life. I was at 325 Lbs. Started OMAD, No sugar, Limit carbs to good carbs. And intermittent fasting. I currently am at 190. My goal is 160Lbs. And I will hit that with my lifestyle changes. Blood sugar was equal to type 2 diabetes. Now I am not in pre-diabetes now and my A1C keeps going down. My FBS is 90-97 most mornings when I'm ketosis. Thank you, Dr. Ekberg! You have pointed me with my nose in the right direction. Much many thank You's on your person!
Amazing
Wow well done
Congratulations
Incredible...I'm now a big fan of yours!!
Only wish my husband is watching this video and believes😂
I'm a biologist with MSc in biological sciences and MScRes in cellular/molecular biology. This is mostly spot on, great basic info on the processes of how our body makes and uses energy, and a few of the hormonal processes. I often do 3-5 day fasts, was able to go from about 300 lbs to my normal weight of 200 lbs in 5 months. I feel much better, and now do one day fasts M, W, F, and 3 day fasts once per month. I've reduced my carb and calorie intake as well, but allow myself one cheat weekend per month where I eat whatever I desire.
if you can stop the cheat day and get the sugars and carbs completely out of you body, then the dopamine will stop being stimulated, then you will love the foods, they are so delicious once the addiction is stopped, then life, fasting, eating properly becomes much easier and totally joyfull, you won't even want the sweet stuff, if you try it you won't even like it and you will taste the chemicals in it. That cheat day is holding you back, you gotta be able to swim far from the shore.
In Islam Prophet Muhammad Peace Be Upon Him recommended to dry fast Monday and Thursday every week and once a month on a full moon to dry fast for 3 days. Apparently if you keep your body empty during a full moon it is very healthy. Amazing! Being in harmony with Universe.
When you say "mostly" spot on I expect to hear where you think he went wrong...?
if you know something different todr sken, i think you are wrong and he is right
I also allowed a cheat, but then didn’t even use it most of the time.
I would go buy fresh fruit and veg after fasting and their colors looked brighter and more desirable.
Dynamite lecture! I have been eating one meal a day and have fasted for 2 1/2 days longest so far. Been low carb , no snacking, no added sugar, no processed foods for 8 weeks. I got started listening to Pradip and a couple of others. You REALLY explain this process well. My fasting glucose was 100, now it is low 70’s. My energy is amazing and I have lost 10 pounds. I am 62 years old and although have been active all my life had grown belly fat I could not release. Now I understand why! Thank you!
Being a muslims we people suppose to fast 14 to 16 hrs a day one month a year and some take fasts regular basis weekly once or twice....and that turns out amazing health results.
Excellent informative video
Best Regards from pakistan❤
I fast irregularly, however, it keeps me healthy. Fasting has been a way to cleanse our bodies for centuries. After a fast, not only am I not hungry, but I feel so good. Both mentally and physically.
Same.
What is your best recommendation for the first meal after you finish they fast, whether one day, three day, or seven day?
@@MrFordguy73 imo a salad, or something with vegetables
I reversed my diabetes through your series of lectures. I am now eating everything and my blood sugar never spikes. Well done Dr. Ekberg. May live long. You are a great man.
Do not eat everything because diabetes will come again
@@vagp8055 most of these comments are fake anyways
@@rickspalding3047 lol true
@@sach196 I agree with you completely
@@vagp8055 lol @Vag
I've been doing OMAD every day and although 23h isn't as long as days of fasting, I've already started to notice the improvements and the most intense for me has been the improved sense of taste I have for food now!
Thank you for the detailed information 🙏 I’ve fasted for the last 3 years and lost 65+ lbs ❤ it’s the best thing I’ve ever done and it’s worked miracles! It even healed my raptured ligaments on my ankle faster than expected and now I’m playing soccer again❤ people always criticize fasting but honestly it’s helped me in so many ways I keep recommending it regardless 💕
I’m not gonna lie.. sometimes if I been feeling off, I will not eat for a day… and stomach and gi issues go away… energy also goes up… it’s pretty weird
Do you feel weak or dizziness?
Aptly put. And no surprises. The body is always striving for homeostasis. Fasting is one if the most powerful ways to reset/jumpstart this process.
The solution is sometimes so simple. But it seems we are conditioned to eat every single day.
So...........you normally lie?
I am 62 yeas old and for the last ten years I have done multiple fasts, the bests are 14 days or more fasts; you really see big differences in your appearance and your health; hair, gums, skin color, discoloration on skin gone, nails, energy levels, retention fluid gone, etc. I just can imagine what's happening inside me. Also the most amazing thing is the feeling of you floating not walking and that is because your bowels are really empty, it's like your body has no weight at all; the feeling is awesome!! I wish we could feeling like that al the time it's just beautiful
I'm not a big fan of long fast. I think the marathon mentality is counter-productive. More is not always better.
@@jglee6721 I have gone a couple of days without food, but going two weeks sounds like starving yourself😬
@Gloriaiarango , what kind of fast do you do for 14 days? Water , or juice or something else?
How inspiring. I read your comment several times because it was so fun to imagine walking on air. I want that!
When did your hunger alleviate? What do you do during your long fast? Do you find yourself resting or do you stay active?
When I did my 14 day water fast, I was basically miserable. I shuffled about like I had aged several decades.
I also did my extended fasts during the summer.
Thanks for telling the beauty and strength of a 62 year old.
14 days a bit long mate. Sounds like starvation. I might try 5 days some time.
Dr Sten I love your graphs. Really sticks in my mind what’s possible for me! Thank you for putting so much work into your excellent videos! You’re saving lives!!
Background-over 60, female, diagnosed with an autoimmune disorder (MG). I became overweight after having multiple pregnancies in a short time. I was hungry all of the time, a binge eater, and food was one of the things I lived for. A few years ago, I could not turn over in bed without help, 3 years after diagnosis. This state was culmination of declining over a period of 2 years. Forward to being tired of living like this and quit eating (no water for almost 3 days). After about 5 days (3 dry, 2 water only), I started improving enough that I decided to watch what I ate and start seeing if I could improve my life as it was, rather than giving up. Three years later, I started a slow decline again. I have done 2 short fasts (48-72 hours) and included some supplements and seeing more improvement. Now, I eat OMAD or two within short window (2-6hrs varies, 8hr open rare). The foods I eat are mostly single ingredient foods that I prepare at home, but I have eaten out and just made best choice that I could. Fasting and limiting foods to whole foods (no added sugar, lower carbs, higher protein/fat) has silenced the constant food noise. I can eat like 'normal' people. I also feel better, MG symptoms are better, sleep is better.
I practice daily time-restricted feeding wherein I don’t eat for 16-23 hours, depending on the phase of my reproductive cycle. Once a year I do a 72-hour fast. I’ve been practicing this lifestyle for going on 5 yrs now. I feel fantastic and I’m in the best health-mentally, physically & emotionally-of my life. I’ve never attempted a 5-day fast, but I’ve found my sweet spot with daily (intermittent) fasting. I encourage everyone to experiment with their body! And, wow, top ten in the world is impressive, Dr. Ekberg. 👏 🙏
Jennifer, thanks for sharing your experiences with fasting. I’m about to begin that journey as well! Do you have any advice for beginners like me?
Thank You Jennifer Myers. Thanks for those words and thanks for sharing your experience and encouraging people. We all need to find our balance and sweet spot. 😄
Would highly recommend you take weekends to break your fasts, it's healthy to do but evolutionarily speaking humans can't do it permanently without negative side effects.
Remember everything in excess is bad
@@jonathangarzon2798 maybe not.
@@lennygarrison6836 Great! Get fat adapted vs glucose dependent. I started with bowls of lettuce, greens & such with olive or coc oil & brewer's yeast , till i could go 20 hrs, then 2 days. Rarely get hungry before 5 pm. It's been handy when sick or landing in hospital...i can just bite off a plug of ginger root to keep in the jaw, guzzle water & vita c, & not hafta eat jello & biscuits & hospital fare. I'd guess the ability to fast would be a handy tool for anyone in these crazy times, no less than having a flashlight, solar charger & water jugs. I need a 4 day fast, gonna try. Prayers for your success!
I started fasting in February. I've been fasting in weeklong intervals with breaks in between. I'm down 55lbs in two months and feel great! No hunger, no irritability, no nothing except extra time and money. I get comments from customers at work, they think I have cancer or have some untreated illness from how fast the weight is coming off! Dr Ekberg, thank you for your knowledge, insight, and advice!
Do you mind devulging your age? That's really good.
how many hours do you fast each time
55 lbs in 2 months seems like a lot of weight to lose in that time..What kind of fast did you do?
depending on your size. losing 55lbs in two months is not bad, i weighed 447lbs, im down to 380lbs now, lost that weight in about the same time, seen a dr before and after, i am in significantly better health, but if your say like 175 and lose that weight that quick, then that is really bad and very unhealthy. for fatty's like myself, it isn't bad, its when you drop too much when you are already at a healthy weight that can be very bad for you.
@@janc8199 Water fast is the best, i lost 50 in one month
Thank you for posting this video I'm 48hrs in with insane hunger pains and pushing for 72hrs and learning about the science behind it all in your content really helps me keep going! 💯🔥
I can update this comment tomorow if you would like to know how I get on guys 🤙🏻
As a Christian just began waterfasting. It is marvelous. 48 hours untill sunday after Church. I already prepared soup to slowly build up enting vegetables and the necassary foods to cope with physical work.
Dry fasting is more heavy duty. Kills the devil inside you.
Hey i too have been called to fast and im going to start today and what do you eat after the fast. Im thinking chicken noodle soup with veggies in it thats low cal. Or what do you do
@@bigpapa9418 dear brother, God bless you.
I try proteïne foods and soup with fresh vegetables.
Ask my rabbi Jesus he knows. He is wisdom we are his servants. Don't be shy.
I love you and I hope the father will Rapture you or protect you against Satan.
I am Bart from Eindhoven.
May I humbly ask you what name did the father give you ?
@@bartboesten a name, i dont think i ever got a name. Reading this reply made me smile knowing god is in you heavily and you fully surrender your life to him. My name is preston and i was saved 9 months ago and he has changed me alot but i also asked him for help with loseing weight and i came along this very responsive comment and i know as the lords children we help eachother.
@@bigpapa9418 it is a pleasure to help you. Jesus will return. May we help eachother forever in love and peace with kindness, hounesty and as buddies. Defend Jesus with our lives.
Thank YOU for saying that you DON'T HAVE TO EAT BREAKFAST! I don't eat until 2 in the afternoon and I feel better when I don't eat breakfast😌
YES!!! I don't like to eat breakfast and the majority of my life never been hungry in the morning, but everyone kept pushing breakfast on me all the time! I only need a cup of coffee and good to go until around 10 and then eat an apple. Dont' really get hungry until around noon. I feel great eating this way.
@@SylviaRR They really pushed that “most important meal of the day!” for years. A good cup of black coffee with no milk or sugar is good until lunch.
Oh I'm the same way! never cared for eggs... have dairy allergy so why eat bf ? Cup of juice or fruit. Hungry by 10. Lunch was my dinner. Always Felt worse on diet my primary had me on. So ditched hers back to my twice a day meals. blood tests were best she had seen it in a while lol she wanted to know what I was doing. Whatever it was keep it up. :-) I had gone back to my old eating habits minus chips and lunch meats. Already had given up processed foods. lunch meat and pizza were my downfalls. Fixed my gerd and ibs on my own no pills. Lime/lemon water works wonders! just need to understand your gut pH levels to get good results. Take care! good luck on your fasting habits.
@@moegreenback6854 Exactly!
@@moegreenback6854 So True
My dad is 79 years old and is in excellent health. He has fasted twice per week (Sun/Wed) since he was 18 and has fasted 40 days multiple times. Obviously it can be done and in his case, seems to have caused no ill effects :)
Awesome
He did 40days dry or water fast?
40 days!?
Great to hear, your dad sounds cool! The people today are so detached from their body that they don't know how to listen to it.
Beautiful! Thank you for sharing.❤❤❤
Today I will finish my first 3 days fast, I had some moments of hunger, but I survived! I’m not lethargic:)
I decided to do that after watching this Dr. I had mg a1c at 6.7 in June, I was out on Medformin 500mg, cut rice, bread, pasta, sugar. And I started to do intermittent fasting of 18-20 hours
My blood sugar now is 5.4
I will see the next blood work.
These 3 days helped to lose 5 pounds.
I will always do intermittent fasting,
But I want to do 3 days every week until I reach my weight loss goal, then keep one meal a day.
Thanks for this video. Since I first saw this video earlier this year, I’ve been gradually building up my ability to fast. Today I am almost finished with my first 24 hour fast. Last night I had electrolytes with water before bed and again this morning. Around the 18hr-20 mark I began feeling like absolute garbage. But now that I am only 2 hrs from completion I feel so much better an am considering extending to 3 day water fast or 3 day modified fast.
Day 5 completed ☑️
(In 40 mins 😮)
I sometimes struggle with 18hrs intermittent so I’m very proud for my 1st try at an extended fast. I was in so much pain the day I started. I kneeled to pray and I heard subconsciously to fast for 3 days. And so it began, no pain meds (I have chiari malformation/fibromyalgia/cfs/chronic migraines) just simple spring water . I rested the 1st 3 days in bed just up and down to make meals for the children. Day 4 I drove to Tesco to buy fruit to break my fast but decided to continue….. no one mentions the spiritual side but there is a deeper connection and much more awareness.
I have been cranky at times but WOW the inflammation in my body has dramatically reduced and may sound silly to some but I could jump of the floor with two feet, I’ve had no migraines since day 3 and overall feel amazing and sad that I’m going to eat again. It feels great to be alive , I’ve cleaned my home throughly from top to bottom today with vigorous energy. And. Tomorrow day 5 1/2 I have a blood test maybe I will stop tomorrow when completed 6 days, maybe not.
If your reading this go for it, pray meditate and cleanse your body with salts ❤❤❤
I have hEDS, low-grade headache daily, chiari 1, some sort of cervical instability (coordinating with Dr. Gilete in Barcelona to read my imaging), cervicogenic migraines, arthritis in a few places, lumbar arachnoiditis, skin rashes, and I generally feel like garbage all the time. I'm currently 35 hours into what I'd like to be a 3 day water-only fast. I'm hoping it kills some of the chronic inflammation in my body and makes me feel better. My lumbar spine already feels a little better than usual.
@claire millman Any updates?
Why no bone bone broth instead of fruit
Inflammation usually goes up during a fast, it is during the re-feed period where all of your hormone benefits are likely to come from
Proud of you!
I never thought I would have the will to fast-- then I realized when I get a migraine I can't keep even water down for 24 hours. I began to do an occasional 3 day fast. Now my partner and I don't eat from evening until the following afternoon, and we have one excellent meal a day of clean, nourishing food, plus a bit of fruit and nuts here and there. I no longer have migraines . .
@You Tube you don't need to be lesbian to have a partner. Triggered vegan much?
Migraines.. muscle cramps and insomnia are MAGNESIUN deficiency.. magnesium glycinate to be precise.. 400mg/day
@@carolann811 my friend.. you didn't hear what I said.. I'll tell you a story to elaborate.. someone on TIKTOK said they took magnesium for 2 years and still had insomnia muscle cramps and migraines.. I said take Magnesium GLYCINATE/BISGLYCINATE specifically.. 5 days later she replied.. INSOMNIA and MIGRAINES and CRAMPS all went away.. 1st time in 2 years.. Glycinate is the best absorbed magnesium by the human body. I take it myself.. try it.. you won't regret it. I've studied health for 12 years and put many diets and vitamins to the test.. please try it.. you will SEE a difference.
@@carolann811 also.. magnesium bioactivates Vitamin D so maybe you're not getting g enough Vitamin D3 or Zinc. They all go in correlation.
@@carolann811 .Magnesium.Glycinate. you never once specified glycinate.. so of course it won't work.. its a proven FACT glycinate is the best absorbed.. until you tell me you take glycinate or not.. I will be turning off notifications.. nothing more frustrating that repeating myself and they still don't listen to details. Have a good night.
Fantastic, explained a lot of questions I've had about the inter-relationship between Keto and Fasting.
I've found low blood sugar to be the most intense during keto induction phase or fasting in the first 3-4 days. If you can maintain discipline to get through that period, the rest is much easier without having hunger pains. After 12-14 hours from a no breakfast morning until dinner time, I get a slight notification that I 'might' be hungry, but its trivial and can be dismissed easily if you want to cut calories even more.
I found it kind of hard to actually the full 1800 calories a day the last time I was on keto.
Trying again next week, only adding daily workouts to the routine.
I am Jain, and have been doing it for many years.
My grandma did 2-3 days fasting every month, and 5+days fasting every year for 70+ years.
And she never had diabetes or heart issues ever in her life.
Hi Jain
For those on the fence, I've been fasting regularly for 20-ish years, including some very, very prolonged fasts. It's hands-down the best thing I've ever learned how to do for myself. Give it a try, but do educate yourself on the topic of course. Be safe.
Do you have any recommendations about the minerals we should ingest to avoid dizziness? I've been using acv+magnesium tabs and salt. It still feels I could use something else, though. 🤔
@@diegojesuscv9446 just do cucumbers, almost only water, almost 0 carbs and a shitload of minerals and vitamins
@Diego Jesus C V
Look into the possibility of too much water. I think, not totally sure, that if you're drinking too much water, then you'll need more electrolytes as the water dilutes them. The faster they are washing out of your body, the less you absorb.
@@diegojesuscv9446 also
You could take Dr.Bergs electrolyte supplement. Has helped me a lot
@@diegojesuscv9446 yeah you need electrolytes
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1 liter water : 1/2 tsp potassium, 1/4 tsp pink salt, 1/4 tsp magnesium
I used to be really fat. I was on the verge of developing some serious health conditions. I remember not being able to tie my shoelaces and my sleep suffered as well. My life changed when I finally set my mind to the thinking that anything is possible if you decide to do it. I took a meal plan to start with. I created it online, on Dietarizzee, which was super helpful to me back then. I didn't have to worry about calories, macros, nutrients and all that stuff, I just focused on walking long distances and exercising after I got on a level where I could do some simple workouts. I hope my story will inspire you to do the same. To change your body you can´t stop to eat. You must change your mind!!
Amazing story, one of the most inspiring I read on yt recently. Congratulations, not everyone has the will to overcome the impossible!! How much do you weigh now?
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Good work man!
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Awesome! I agree, I’m not organized enough to care about counting what I eat because the numbers can be different for everyone. I can eat till I’m satisfied and because I’m eating only good food It doesn’t matter as long as I am experiencing continuous improvement
Probably the best video I've ever seen on fasting! 💯 Thank-You Dr. Ekberg!
Really well put together with clear explanation and incredibly informative. Thank you for taking the time and energy to provide these valuable life altering lessons.
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Just finished a 72 HR fast. For me it's more health reasons - mum has diabetes, Parkinsons, multiple heart problems and other health problems. Dad had psoriasis and cancer. I want to live a healthier life and not suffer in the same way. I know that I have lowered inflammation in my body and strengthened it against cancer. I have learned so much by watching your videos, thank you!
Good for you 👍
Thanks for sharing.
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@@BurningDesire_letsgo Thanks, will look into that. I've also done 2x 7 day water fasts but only ever managed one 2 day dry fast. Appreciate the info!
That's amazing! Keep up the great work!
I just started this dietary journey in Jan 23’, weighing 300lbs, low carb/sugar, as low as possible. It gradually became natural to only eat two meals at the most per day and I find I naturally have longer fasting periods and the hunger pains are not as intense as being on a regular diet. Now, June 23’, I’m at 260lbs and losing.
Awesome!!!❤
That’s awesome! Great job. I have had such a long stretch of years where fast food was in my life everyday, I just recently as of 2 weeks ago quit eating Fast food and reduced my calories to 1800/day with salad, yogurt and fruits. 288 lbs currently hoping to hit 220 by July.
Finishing up my 100 hour fast… 24 hours left, thank you for your knowledge!
DR?! I can watch you all day. Thank you for the time invested ❤
In a nutshell: start a fast, tough it out, be glad you did.
Toughing it out starting tomorrow- 3 day fast! A bit concerned about the hunger but needs to be done.
Yes how bad you wont it?
I'm a new subscriber and I'm loving it! I love you Doctor! So happy to find u! I do intermittent everyday and 3 days fast once 3 months 😍
@@11kwright Just completed my first 3 day fast two weeks ago! I found that day two was the hardest. I definitely noticed some positive changes in my body at the end and and lost a few pounds as well. I'm restructuring my diet and cutting out sugars and going easy on the carbs for the most part. Also gave beer the boot. I'm really focusing on changing my life. Good luck to you!
That's it in a nutshell right there. 👍
On day 4 of a water fast…trying to make it to Sunday afternoon, 7 days!! Watching these awesome videos is such a huge help!!! Why would I want to stop doing something that is SO GOOD FOR ME?!!!!💪🏼👏👏🙂
How'd it go? I'm here for motivation.
@@a.humphries8678 Why thank you!! It’s going GREAT!!! 5 Mondays in May…after dinner Sunday night NO FOOD til??? Certainly Wednesday evening (Dr.Lisa’s May challenge) but I have pushed it til Friday afternoon EVERY week!!! When I posted that 👆🏼above…was only able to make it to Friday bc I pressure washed my house and needed meds for my back😢had to have food with the meds😖😖but not a huge deal!!!
This started May 1….have not weighed…I will end this fast on Thursday, June 1, and weigh then!!! A LOT of fasting, a LOT f exercise and NO cheating!!! SO CURIOUS to see the scale!!! Doing the same for June!!!💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼🙂
Watching this over and over again to absorb the information. Thanks for explaining it so well
Hi,I just completed 72 hours fasting, feeling great. Thanks for your inspiration 🙏
Try 24 hour fasts. I'll eat bfast and lunch, then go 24 hours after lunch. You do get to autophogy, and most of the time you would be hungry is during sleep.
I fasted water only for 7 days when I was in my 20s. Most recently I fasted for 4.5 days. And I am in my 40s. I truly enjoy it. For me it's a mental goal. This was about 3 months ago. I now fast for 48 hours a week. Every week.
I was talking to my partner about this this morning. I've only done one day at the most, but will start doing water fasts more regularly. There's no better time than to start now.
I'm at 34hours, aiming for 3 days. I'm 52yrs old. My concern is my medication. I have bipolar disorder and I'm also anemic. I'm just worried, that if I drink my medication without eating,that it could be bad for my stomach. I struggle with arthritis and I hope this will help with inflammation. Thank you Dr. Ekberg, I watch your videos everyday day. I've been doing intermittent fasting now for 5 weeks.
I hope your fasting is going well!i know from personal experience that it can be scary with medication. Have you listened to any videos by amber o'hearn? the mental health aspect from her is One that hits close to home.
My dad passed away aged 95 yrs. He never got sick in his life, his death was out of home accident that resulted to brain damage, coming back to food he always eat half plate of food as he said after getting to maturity food was only for sustainability . He drunk strong bitter herbs every morning that boiled through with cow bones and continued to be added, he had two meals at 1pm mostly boiled beans and vegetables and at 19 hrs.
So i never understand the theory of having 5 meals a day. Mum is 92 yrs and my Aunt 101 and they also have similar eating habits. I am happy to have come to your channel
H,i what bitter herbs he was using?
I'm IF and switched from an incredibly bad diet to vegan ten days ago as I'm doing a biblical fast but I realised today two meals a day is PLENTY for me...and my portions have dramatically decreased. If I eat too much, I feel awful, it's an eye opener
After I started lowering my carbs, the intermittent fasting ratio basically increased to omad entirely on it self. I just ate satisfying meals every time I got hungry, which over the span of a couple months went from 6 meals a day to omad. Never felt better
Thank you Osker for sharing your story. It's amazing how that works. It basically takes care of itself. I am thrilled that you have seen such great results. Keep it up! 😄
When we are fasting, is it a complete fasting including water? Or when do we need to take water during fasting? What or when is the interval and how much water we need to drink?
This was an amazing dive into the ATP cycle. I love the way you teach Sten.
Wow! So thorough and a wealth a good information. Thank you for taking the time on our behalf.
I went 42 hours without food and drank nothing but a little cup of coffee in the morning and then water the rest of the time. I never felt better in my life. It was AMAZING!!!!
I will follow you. Starting tomorow
Same here
Did you add milk/sugar (even a little bit) to your coffee? In that case, does this count as fasting?
Thank You ꧁Bʟᴀᴄᴋ Mᴇᴛᴀʟ Kɪᴛᴛʏ꧂. Thanks for sharing and helping inspire others 😄
@@drekberg Thank you so much and Black Metal Kitty. Starting my 48 hours fast right now with the last sip of green tea.
Soon after beginning Keto for my autoimmune diseases (on Prednisone and Methotrexate) I incorporated daily intermittent fasting and soon did 3,5 and 7 day fasts. Healing was quick and I was off drugs shortly afterwards. That was over 3-1/2 years ago, no symptoms or flares since. I feel better now at 68 than I did at 48. This video is now shared in my Keto group to help other members who have suffered with illness as I had. Thank you Dr. Ekberg.
Thank You Richard Mathews. Congratulations on your massive progress. Keep it up. I appreciate the feedback. 😄
Awesome
I have RA I would be curious exactly what you did.I was on methotrexate now on Orencia.
@@annaneufeld8571 I was doing keto, intermittent fasting and several extended fasts over the course of about 8 months, then added a tin of sardines every day, and after a months I was able to begin tapering but it was very slow. After about 4 months of this I switched to carnivore and after 30 days began tapering as was off 12.5mg of methotrexate in another 2 weeks. A week later I had a small salad and the next day hand terrible hand and wrist pain. The following week I tried another salad and again had hand and wrist pain the next day. I continued on carnivore for another couple of months before trying another salad and this time no problems. I now eat mostly meat, sometimes with a little veg on the side.
@@richardmathews8250 so how much did you EF per week? I just did a 5 day and wondering what kind of schedule I should stay on for optimal healing
I’ve been fasting 5 days and eating 2 for a year. Have done longer fasts and various patterns in the past. This is my favorite