Hi Dr. Fung, I had a gastric sleeve that I found out has a different shape as I had a hernia where they would normally attach it 9 years ago. Within a year the hunger was back . I eat a really good meal and within two hours in the morning I am starving and shaky, feeling like I am going to faint and nauseous. I am on duromine but do not take it everyday as I try very hard to manage my weight loss with fasting at dinner time. I have plateaued and I am walking. I have lost 13 kg. I was 90 kg and am now 77 kg.. I am 148 cm tall and 55 years old. Two questions. 1 I have 45 g albran flakes with overall 14g carbs. I have skim milk on this. No sugars at all. Is this an acceptable breakfast? 2 I do not mind the hunger. I fear the nausea, headache and bad shakes, especially at work. I am a teacher. Do you know what I can do about this? I know you are very busy so l will not be offended if you do not answer. I would be very grateful if you can. Thank you.
Tell them to fill up more on non-starchy vegetables! They are only 100 calories a pound. U will never get fat eating a vegetable, with no butter, oil or cheese of course!
Summary: What you eat: 1. Avoid artificial sweeteners 2. Diet - switch up what you’re eating When you don’t eat: 3. Cleaner fast (water only, herbal tea, i.e. avoid products that may stimulate insulin response) 4. Duration of Fast (this can mean extending fasting periods, or if used to longer fasts already, doing more shorter fasts instead; can always switch back to usual style once plateau is busted) Lower / Manage your Stress: 5. Sleep Hygiene (inventory and fix sleep habits and try to get more + consistent sleep) 6. Meditation (relaxing is an active process, and meditation is good one, Jason favors transcendental meditation ) 7. Exercise (not for weight loss directly but for lowering stress; Jason favors high intensity but most all forms can be beneficial, especially if you enjoy it)
Long duration, high intensity exercise is probably not the best. Especially if you are on keto. Long duration must be aerobic exercise, low intensity. Or if you do high intensity, then it should only last for a short duration. This is to avoid losing muscle mass in the process.
Patience is key. You didn't gain all your weight in a week so don't think you can lose it in a week. You worked hard on getting your body to where it's at, so work hard to get it where it should be at. Thank you Dr. for changing the world one weightloss journey at a time!
Oh my, that is exactly what I told myself, when I did not see much of a result in a couple of weeks - 'it took you 5 years to put this weight on, so wanting to get rid of it in a couple of months... Dumb' 😁 Let's not quit!!
@@jurgag5982 Exactly. Understanding how this works is key to success. Gotta always keep an open mind to new ideas, especially if your old mindset didn't get you where you wanted to go. Keep on keeping on!
Worked hard lol No I had a body that didn’t work n I wasn’t given correct instruction what to do about that problem Big diff I still had to figure it out on my own with resistance the whole way by those who should have have known yet knew nothing and *still* felt their way was the answer. It’s a miracle any of us with hormonal issues ever get anywhere in health. Kudos to those of us who have crested the peak n will now reap.
This is true--but it doesn't mean that you have to accept plateauing for months at a time. If I hit a plateau for more than a week, I typically up my fasting protocol.
Today, I’m normal BMI for the first time in over 23 years. I was in a yo-yo cycle, from obese to overweight, all those years! Because of pandemic, I started watching TH-cam, and discovered your videos and bought your book, THE OBESITY CODE. Thank you Dr Fung for being a part of my journey!
I’ve lost about 21 pounds since reading Dr. Fung’s books and practicing fasting. I haven’t had a plateau yet, but as a registered nurse I’m here simply to read the doctor’s handwriting. Dr. Fung, you MUST teach other doctors about the benefits of fasting AND writing legibly!
The only problem is, there is no profit to be made from fasting. The medical doctors gets paid lots of money to push pharmaceuticals. Dr Fung even admits to doing that himself 15 years ago, but no longer accepts money bribes from big pharma.
The problem is that doctors rely on science, peer reviewed studies that has to hold up from every point of view. And he doesn't want anything to do with people like that, he couldn't sell a single book if people knew, and they would if he debates with actual scholars.
Extended fasting tends to make me anxious, but 15-18 hours does the trick for me. I have been doing this for 17 months, and just changing the time frame on occasion. I lost all the weight (60#) in the first 9 months and keeping it off is my goal at this point. I have a diet ginger ale and 2 coffees w/no sweetener every day. Other doctors claim it is a break for your brain and unless you are a sweet addict, it can’t hurt you, and may even help you get over the hump. Who knows? You have to find out what works for you. And then do it...
@@DrJasonFung I need to mention that I didn’t start drinking diet ginger ale until after I lost the weight. I thought that “diet sweeteners” would mess up your good gut bacteria, but it doesn’t seem to bother me now. Dr Cywes also says it is ok. Thank you for all you do. You helped put me on the right path and I am forever grateful! ❤️
dr.fung definitely needs a Nobel.. The gravity of these efforts by him is extraordinarily life changing it's hard to appreciate unless you really understand the depth of this issue
When I hit a plateau I did a 24 hour fast, then a bone broth vegetable soup, then another 12 hours. I called it my Superman fast because it got me to goal weight. I also found exercising in the fasted state, so taking a nice long walk during that first 24 hour fast, usually in the morning, was great. Sometimes I would do 2 long walks, 1 in the morning and 1 at lunch. I only fasted on days I didn’t work because I found not being stressed helped even more. When I hit my goal weight I prayed so hard that Jason would help others and that people would go back to fasting as part of their lifestyle.
Dr Fung has opened my eyes on the relationship between insulin resistance, cabs and intermittent fasting. I feel so much better and lost 30lbs since the covid lockdown. From 205lbs to 172lbs now, with 6ft frame. I feel like I am back in 20yrs old again. Dr Fung is one of the best teacher on the internet.
@@1234cheerful I also lost weight when I got Covid last Christmas--down 20 lbs in that two week period. I was able to keep it off, then lose more later.
Dr. Jason Fung and Dr. Sten Ekberg has changed my life. I have lost 60lbs since January. Because of that I have regained my selfconfidence and got a very good paying job. I cannot thank you enough.
be careful if you have the condition of Type 2 Diabetes, and consult a Physician if you are going to try fasting because it can trigger, " Diabetic keto acidosis " and you will be on your way to the ICU!
I'm 6 Weeks in to my new fasting routine. And for the second time this week I've been told by two different people wow you have lost weight. I used this as fabulous motivation. Thanks Dr Fung.
I dropped around 80lbs in 6months with diet and exercise but then the weight loss stopped even with more gym work. I came across Dr Fungs videos and that day I went to 16/8 IF and that week dropped 7lbs! I immediately went to 20/4 IF and the fat lose just continued rapidly! I’m a 38yr old male who started at 345lbs @40% bodyfat, now with the use of 20/4 IF I’m at 222lbs @10% bodyfat!
Short background: I know my way around the gym, I’m no stranger to a high level of fitness while walking around @7% bodyfat 205lbs and I believed “workout is king; nutrition is queen” gotta have both! After 16yrs in the US Marine Corps I embraced the dad life and put on over 100lbs quick and before I knew it 150lbs total. THANK YOU Dr Fung 👍🏻👍🏻
@@Fatmanclips I eat a lot of protein. I like to stay full so once I started IF for these last 5months it’s been breakfast @2pm /8whole eggs (sometimes as an omelette) & 1or2 chicken thighs (depends how I feel) @6pm /1or2lbs of any meat seasoned but never any sauces & a cup of mixed roasted nuts no salt (macadamia nuts ,walnuts ,pistachios Brazilian nuts ,almonds). Plus I drink an 16oz Mio drink with added magnesium and potassium with every meal.
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True. Once you hit that plateau, you’ll resort to longer fasts. Last week i think I’ve done 72 hours fast and i lost 2kgs on that fast. So I’ve decided to do 48h fast once a week for 3 weeks then do one 72 hr fast on the 4th week. I just don’t know if it’s safe to do
I've been watching all these videos and this is one of my favorites. I jumped in and did a 72 hour fast, I was amazed at how easy it was. I found myself expecting to eat because that's what we are accustomed to doing. I would tell myself, you don't have to eat if you don't want to. LOL I'm very excited to learn that fasting is not all that hard and I may have found the way to a healthier me.
It's ok to feel some hunger, but not to the point of being uncomfortable. Try strict keto or even carnivore. Most people on carnivore do not experience any kind of hunger and they have no problems losing weight.
I really like this tip because high insulin level can make me feel hungry all the time, even after a meal, and now I know when that happens it isn't true hunger.
The best trick is pushing over 42 hours, plateaued severally but now i know how to kickstart my stalled car. 42-48 and above, at least once a month. If you can try it at most twice a month. Remember, you are dealing with a very stubborn old stalling storing car. But we are on the right path. It can onky get better. Thanks Dr. Fung for encouraging us to understand our bodies, ourselves in relation to food. Now i eat to live and not live to eat. The less the better.
@@Lea-db1df hi girl, yes i just had to cos the insulin n cholesterol issues were killing me. Its not easy but ive lost 4" on my waistline and feel really good. Willpower girl, willpower.
Hi, Dr. Jason, I recently saw your videos and was greatly encouraged to fast as I am a 25. Yr diabetic, on medication tablets. My fbs had never been below 140 for a long time.. I took up 20/4 intermittent fasting and a 4 km daily walk, with eating low carb but full stomach food at the hour window. In two weeks I lost two kgs, and fasting sugar is 118. I cant thank you enough, and I praise the Lord for leading me to your videos. God bless you. You are a blessing to humanity.
Great video Dr. Fung. I started with 2 weeks of keto before starting on a water fast. I’m on day 8 and hope to make it 21 days. I’ve already lost 20lbs, 262-242lbs, and hope to reverse the chronic migraine headaches I’ve been having the last 6 months. The quick weight loss is absolutely amazing all from doing nothing!
Completed my first 16:8 fast today and feeling great! I was worried about doing it because I have found that if I go too long without eating I get nauseous and often get sick, thankfully that didn't happened can't wait to continue!
This happened to me, but after a couple of OMADS, it kick started my insulin levels, and I started losing the body fat again, so far I’ve lost 45 lbs in 12 weeks.
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@@seanpeters3286 sorry could you explain the stone, does that mean 294? And what sorts of keto omad did you do on the weekend? Did you continuously eat clean during your 16:8 days?
Love your work Dr. Fung. I started fasting 17 days ago (mostly doing 36 hours ADF) and I have lost 16lb already. I am sleeping through the night best I have in years, my energy is increased, I'm not tired all the time. I feel like I've been given a new life!
I started OMD 1,5 years ago and I weight down 12 kg in the first 12 months and then it stopped working, but now I am equipped with new knowledge @ fresh tools . Doctor Fung thank you very much
Dear Jason, thank you for all your books and videos. Through fasting I ve managed to not only lose weight, but get off all my medications. My whole life has changed. I found fasting, especially extended fasting reset my appetite and made me more mindful about eating and appreciative about food. And also to know that hunger will not kill me.
NUMBER 8: have some more patience! So many people just say "aaah, the diet isn't working, everything is horrible" but in reality it's just a small weight fluctuation and if they would have just stayed on it for one more week they would have seen the results!
I couldn't agree more. It takes the body time to lose weight, it's a process. We don't gain weight overnight and we dont lose it all in a nice steady stream either.
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I have been doing fasting for a year long for experimental sake because I can’t afford expertise fee. 🙏thank u and all your health workers being devoted in such massive and heavy load labour of love. I am one the patients who were cured by the influences of your medication myth through data. Thanks again. Cancer is done!🥺
Was on IF for 5 months, then OMAD for a month, weight loss is slowing down so I alternate with 24 hour fasting. 8 more lbs to go to reach my goal. Praying a lot to get rid of my stressor😂
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I come for the great information on fasting and I stay until the end for the wonderfully goofy "Hit that like button". Love it! You're a real gem, Dr. Fung. You've made a change in my life and I thank you for it!
Dr. Jason saved and changed my live. I am diagnosed with type 2 diabetes 3 years ago with average 7.8 - 8.5 mmo/l average. Less than 3 months i had lost 9 kg from 84kg t0 75kg and my glocuse level had dropped to average 5.67 mmol average ( 5.2% ) HbA1c result. Thank you Dr. Jason Fung!!
I'd like to thank you for your advise. As a former Endurance athlete I was told to never skip breakfast, and eventhough I stopped competeing I've continuued doing a big breakfast, that caused a little overweight. Now I've tried the 16/8 FASTING and both my energy levels and mental focus during the day have skyrocket !! Thanks again !!
One thing that helped me was to stop doing the 16/8 intermittent fasting every day and go to every other day (basically 12/12). Also, I would alternate days when I would exercise without eating breakfast first and exercise other days after about an hour of eating light breakfast.
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12/12 just means fasting for 12 hours, and eating in a 12-hour window--on of the gentlest fasting protocols. Fasting every other day is called altrnate day fasting, or ADF.
I got on keto and lost weight easily for a few months, then I stalled. So I went keto + OMAD, started losing again then stalled again. Then I tried ketovore + OMAD + 1 or 2 48hr water fasts a month. I started losing again, and stalled again! For over 6 months! Out of desperation I started tracking everything I ate and drank. Weighed and measured everything for 2 weeks. I didn't calculate calories or anything else but carbs (as I always did) because I didn't want to be influenced by anything as I gathered the data. After 2 weeks I calculated calories, macros, etc and I was astonished! My % macros were good but I was eating less than 800 cal a day on my eating days! And since I hadn't really changed what and how much I ate since starting ketovore, that's what I had been eating for well over a year! Probably closer to 3 years since I didn't really increase anything when I switched from keto to ketovore either, I just cut out 90% of the vegetables. I had absolutely wrecked my metabolism!!! 😭 That was 2 months ago. Still ketovore but now with a 2hr feeding window, and increasing my daily calories little by little. I started losing weight again as soon as I reliably ate 1200cal a day. I'm now at around 1300 and still losing. Moral of my story, if you hit a long plateau, re-evaluate what you are doing and change things up one thing at a time. And make sure you are eating enough!
Dr jason I am on weight loss journey *through intermittent fasting *****loosing weight from 242 lbs to 224 lbs in 3 three weeks ***since last week it plateaued at 224 LBS *****your advice has been godsend ***will definitely follow your advice
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Last year my husband picked up a copy of Dr. Fung's "The Obesity Code" at one of the local little free libraries while dropping off some books. Best thing I have ever read on weight loss and health! Doing mostly alternate day fasting I have lost over 85 lbs. Update: after 10 months, down 100 lbs.
Doc, I just saw another video where you did an interview so searched you and subscribed. Yay! As a pre-diabetic, I’ve been doing intermittent fasting for a while now and felt like I hit a plateau but didn’t know until I saw this video. Now I know what I have to do so many thanks. I have shared your video with my mom and sister who are both diabetics. Hoping they begin to follow the intermittent fasting too. It was difficult at first but feels soo good after a few days.
You're an Amazing Dr, you not only write helpful weight loss books, but you also make a YT channel & try to explain how to go about losing weight. So many Dr's are all about the money, pushing pills or just repeating the "old" calories in calories out attitude.
I'm still doing intermittent fasting, but I switched it up to a more vegan diet with the inclusion of more raw foods, and the the benefits have been wonderful. I'm so thankful for Jason Fung's great advice and instruction.
I do three things at work to relieve stress: 1. Eat away from my desk. 2. Use my vibration plate on the gentle setting for 10 minutes. 3. Sit outside in the sun then take a walk around the parking lot.
This was/ is me. Ive just broken a month long plateau with a 36 hour fast. Been doing Keto but probably eating too much during my eating window. That stops right now...Im down to 216 from 240
I love the reframing Chuck suggests, "Make hunger your friend." I have been successful in IF by addressing the feeling of hunger as, "Yes, thank you -- you are exactly what GETTING HEALTHIER feels like." Maybe a combination of Chuck's reframe and mine might be to think of hunger as your personal and dear getting healthier friend. We all like to hang out with our friends, so maybe something like, "Ah, good to 'see' you again , my dear GETTING HEALTHIER friend!"
I’m doing 4:3 now after falling from the wagon for a long time. I did gain some of my weights back but I guess the knowledge of IF kept me from gaining it all back. I think modified 4:3 is working well for me now. And I’m back to fasting! Feels great!
Thank you Dr. Fung for all you do, it is appreciated by this girl. Water fasted up and down, find looking at before and after pictures motivational. Maybe a all star weight loss before and after picture sight can be helpful for those weak moments we need a pep talk. Love you
I'm "Chuck" from the video. We need to remember that as we lose weight it takes less energy to move, live, and breathe so scaling back on portion sizes is necessary when you reach a plateau.
One of the ways of dealing with stress which works best for me is......fasting. While fasting I don't have to pay any attention to what am I going to eat, when am I going to eat, shopping for food, preparing the food, cleaning up afterwards. I have more time to deal with whatever is causing the stress because I know my health and physical well being is in check for the time being.
Agreed. I cook for my husband most days, though, so I've had to learn to fast while still planning and preparing food. (My husband said he was OK with just getting takeout all the time, but I didn't want to disrupt his schedule too much--and I am concerned about maintining his health, as well [his weight is close to ideal]). But I did appreciate the offer from him. Now I'm pretty good with this not affecting my own fasting.
These are the greatest tips, I've tried them all at different points. They work well. I've never felt better, I don't beat up on myself and I've finally got a handle on my emotional eating. It's better to get it out than hold it in. 👍🤭🥴
Other strategies: 3-4 days of fat only ("Fat fast"). Or, alternate days of fat fasting with protein fasting. There are videos on TH-cam about this, but be careful because they're rather drastic.
Thank you for your tips Dr Fung! In 16 weeks I’ve lost 33 lbs by following your tips and doing IF 8/16 everyday! I wish I could meet you in person so I can personally thank you. But for the last 1 1/2 weeks I’ve been stuck at 209.9 lbs, although I feel thinner and my clothes are fitting loosely. My summer goal is to be 199 lbs in July and 189 lbs by October. And I think the reason why I’ve been stuck at 209.9 for almost two weeks is because for the last 3 weeks I’ve been working 6 days a week and not sleeping well, which has caused stress eating or binges. But I will take care of my stress and I will sleep more. Once again thank you for your advice, Dr Fung.
Hi. Relax your expectations of weight loss. Focus on the process of intermittent fasting while drinking non sweetened drinks, eating healthy 1 or 2 meals when you eat in your eating window, as Dr Fung describes. It’s not a race. You are already winning by using intermittent fasting as your tool to get healthy. Remember 1-2 pounds per week of continuous weight loss is excellent results. Focus on the positives of your journey: less pain, less strong cravings, control over hunger pangs that come and go but don’t own you, and more control over your life. All the best to you. 👍🏼😎🏆
Thank you Dr. Fung! Valuable info!! One thing I learned from this to understand why my weight won’t budge is I need to meditate!! And, I don’t change things up like I should!
The book "30 Days to Stop Overeating" by Harper Daniels takes an interesting mindfulness approach. Weight loss can be very psychological, tied to stress etc.
I always will Binge eat if eating unprocessed carbs, when I cut them out my binge eating nearly completely resolved. Even if I feel like eating emotionally , I’ll eat cheese or something and a small amount doesn’t lead to full on binge.
Wow, this was so encouraging and informative.. thank you dr Fung. I actually finished my first ever 36, well 38hr fast this morning! I’ve been nervous of doing anything longer than OMAD because the dietitians/GP’s have always said I should eat every 2/3hrs, to prevent starvation mode (For 20+yrs I only ate around 900 Cals a day!)! I’ve also suffered with chronic stress and insomnia, while caring for my parents who came to live with me. The last 9yrs of their lives and end of life care was very traumatic and tough!! It added another 2st to my already 13st, obese frame, but I was also exhausted and totally depleted! While I haven’t lost anymore weight since last May doing IF, LCHF, I am sticking with your teachings and praying for a breakthrough. Thank you dr Jason.. for hope. LG
Dieticians and GPs don't know their ass from a hole in the ground. Just take a look at the obesity rate in this country, all perpetrated by our ignorant medical profession and big food companies pushing their nonsense.
You can do this! We can do this together, never give up! I have been yo-yo dieting for the last decade, and ended up worse then before I started. So far I lost 9 lbs, still have another 13 lbs to go. Has been plateaus for 3 weeks now, and I think I know the reasons after watching this video. It was the sweeteners and the nuts.... cutting them out today. Doing my first 48 hrs today! Good luck to us all!
@@mylinhhuynh5065 Bless you, thank you for the encouragement. I think I’m going to try another 36hr fast on Thursday and carry on a 16:8 schedule on the other days. I’m just going to keep trying., but remembering the internal good health IF gives my body. You keep going too, very best wishes. LG
Thank you for the awesome knowledge for free Dr. Fung. You are making a huge difference in people's lives. Every Sunday I am very much looking forward to your video's
Thank you Dr Fung. This video has just come at the right time. I was loosing on OMAD however have weight Loss plateau since last 2 months, so will follow your great tips and will let you know my progress. You are the best!👏👍🙏
Love love this video needed the reminders💖 However the ending of your video gave me such a wonderful giggle 🤭 and laughter 😂 Dr. Fung you truly rock 👍👍 After having lost 130 pounds in a year in a half cant say enough wonderful things about you 👍👍💖💖💖
I love Chuck's philosophy, to "make hunger your friend." It's so true, when you haven't attempted a longer fast in a while and you feel hungry, at least I will feel a sense of panic or unease that I "feel" like I can't manage. BUT(!!!) it goes away, just give it 30 minutes and you feel just fine again. I'm trying to get back on track, doing 20-21 hour fasts just fine, need to up it to 36-40 and then shoot for a 72 here soon. It's been a while since a 5-11 day fast, but the 11 day fast I last had was a game changer. They not only change my body, my cravings, but my mind and my outlook on life. It's a great way to shift your path to the positive! Thanks sooooo much Dr. Fung, I'm so happy you have your own channel, been watching you for years! Wishing you the best!
Just so you know, the hunger does go away when you get used to fasting daily, I have been fasting daily for over 11 years now, mainly to keep my body composition these days.
I think that depends upon what you eat when you are not fasting. Also, Some food types and/or your carb/protien/fat ratio has a lot to do with it also.
Definitely something in losing the stress. I had 3 weeks away from work just to chill out and it shook up that plateau. Three weeks back at work and I have put on 2lbs.
@@CarbageMan Chronic pain is the worst stressor of all. 😔 When I would have bouts of backpain from scoliosis & not be able to sleep I would put 1/4 tsp. of Inositol powder (Now Foods) in a glass of water or juice at bedtime. You'll have to research it yourself but it somehow assists B vitamins to help calm down the nervous system. It has helped me & a few others. ☺ Take care.
@@veronicaharwick9013 Yeah, I think it was a big contributor in making me fat. :-( I found out I was magnesium deficient (before I went keto) and keeping that in order helps. It turns out magnesium glycinate can be optimal in that regard, though all help. I have also been taking aswagandha and stinging nettle root extract. I'll have to try the inositol. I take benfotiamine, which seems to have beat the diabetic neuropathy over several months.
@@CarbageMan It's a vicious circle... extreme pain makes you more sedentary... weight increases... more weight on discs causes more pain... lack of moving tightens muscles, etc. I too am deficient in magnesium (😎) & Vitamin D. I wish you the best my friend. ☺
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Thank you for your videos Dr Fung! You’re the best😁
Dr Jason, hw can we lose weight when menopause since the body is in constant stress during menopause thus cortisol hormone is high?
You're my absolute favorite, Dr Fung!
Dr Fung I tried fasting and although I lost weight I also had diarrhea really bad what can I do too not have it
Hi Dr. Fung,
I had a gastric sleeve that I found out has a different shape as I had a hernia where they would normally attach it 9 years ago. Within a year the hunger was back . I eat a really good meal and within two hours in the morning I am starving and shaky, feeling like I am going to faint and nauseous. I am on duromine but do not take it everyday as I try very hard to manage my weight loss with fasting at dinner time. I have plateaued and I am walking. I have lost 13 kg. I was 90 kg and am now 77 kg.. I am 148 cm tall and 55 years old.
Two questions.
1 I have 45 g albran flakes with overall 14g carbs. I have skim milk on this. No sugars at all. Is this an acceptable breakfast?
2 I do not mind the hunger. I fear the nausea, headache and bad shakes, especially at work. I am a teacher.
Do you know what I can do about this?
I know you are very busy so l will not be offended if you do not answer. I would be very grateful if you can. Thank you.
After losing 70 lbs, so many people ask me what I’m doing and I ALWAYS refer them to you and your TH-cam videos, Dr. Fung!
How long did it take you,? And what pattern of fasting did you do?
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Great job, Catherine!
Tell them to fill up more on non-starchy vegetables! They are only 100 calories a pound. U will never get fat eating a vegetable, with no butter, oil or cheese of course!
Summary:
What you eat:
1. Avoid artificial sweeteners
2. Diet - switch up what you’re eating
When you don’t eat:
3. Cleaner fast (water only, herbal tea, i.e. avoid products that may stimulate insulin response)
4. Duration of Fast (this can mean extending fasting periods, or if used to longer fasts already, doing more shorter fasts instead; can always switch back to usual style once plateau is busted)
Lower / Manage your Stress:
5. Sleep Hygiene (inventory and fix sleep habits and try to get more + consistent sleep)
6. Meditation (relaxing is an active process, and meditation is good one, Jason favors transcendental meditation )
7. Exercise (not for weight loss directly but for lowering stress; Jason favors high intensity but most all forms can be beneficial, especially if you enjoy it)
I really appreciated the summary. Thank you so much.
3. Avoid oil, it is 4000 calories a pound
4. Avoid nuts, seeds & peanut butter, it's 3000 calories a pound
Long duration, high intensity exercise is probably not the best. Especially if you are on keto. Long duration must be aerobic exercise, low intensity. Or if you do high intensity, then it should only last for a short duration. This is to avoid losing muscle mass in the process.
@@jgrysiak6566 oil and nuts are nice to eat to get off weight.
@@oysteinsoreide4323 , lol! Don't eat, they gonna fatten u up!
The people in the comment section have motivated me alot. Thamkss
Patience is key. You didn't gain all your weight in a week so don't think you can lose it in a week. You worked hard on getting your body to where it's at, so work hard to get it where it should be at. Thank you Dr. for changing the world one weightloss journey at a time!
Oh my, that is exactly what I told myself, when I did not see much of a result in a couple of weeks - 'it took you 5 years to put this weight on, so wanting to get rid of it in a couple of months... Dumb' 😁
Let's not quit!!
@@jurgag5982 Exactly. Understanding how this works is key to success. Gotta always keep an open mind to new ideas, especially if your old mindset didn't get you where you wanted to go. Keep on keeping on!
Actually it came on very fast for me but yeah I get the idea.
Worked hard lol
No I had a body that didn’t work n I wasn’t given correct instruction what to do about that problem
Big diff
I still had to figure it out on my own with resistance the whole way by those who should have have known yet knew nothing and *still* felt their way was the answer.
It’s a miracle any of us with hormonal issues ever get anywhere in health. Kudos to those of us who have crested the peak n will now reap.
This is true--but it doesn't mean that you have to accept plateauing for months at a time.
If I hit a plateau for more than a week, I typically up my fasting protocol.
Today, I’m normal BMI for the first time in over 23 years. I was in a yo-yo cycle, from obese to overweight, all those years! Because of pandemic, I started watching TH-cam, and discovered your videos and bought your book, THE OBESITY CODE. Thank you Dr Fung for being a part of my journey!
Congrats ! I remember when I hit normal weight, I was so happy.
@@Onlyfruitsofspirit I bet! I'm so looking forward to this--half way there now!
Update on journey?
I’ve lost about 21 pounds since reading Dr. Fung’s books and practicing fasting. I haven’t had a plateau yet, but as a registered nurse I’m here simply to read the doctor’s handwriting. Dr. Fung, you MUST teach other doctors about the benefits of fasting AND writing legibly!
Haha writing legibly 🤣🤣👍👍👍👍👍
The only problem is, there is no profit to be made from fasting. The medical doctors gets paid lots of money to push pharmaceuticals. Dr Fung even admits to doing that himself 15 years ago, but no longer accepts money bribes from big pharma.
@@patrickh709 Dr Fung is a canadian doctor. There are SOME kickbacks in Canada, but very very far from the levels seen in the US.
I agree. I also like Dr Berry
The problem is that doctors rely on science, peer reviewed studies that has to hold up from every point of view. And he doesn't want anything to do with people like that, he couldn't sell a single book if people knew, and they would if he debates with actual scholars.
Dr Fung literally saved my life. I went from an A1C of 9.6 to a 5.5 in 3 months with IF
I lost 50 pounds following Dr Fung's fasting regime but then hit a plateau. Planning to extend the duration of fast. Dr Fung changed my life
yeah 72 + hours. Im on hour 87
@@scottheitmanmarinesurvey3557 Nice. I did a 72 last week. I try to do a 72+ one each quarter (normally operate 20/4 everyday)
Extended fasting tends to make me anxious, but 15-18 hours does the trick for me. I have been doing this for 17 months, and just changing the time frame on occasion. I lost all the weight (60#) in the first 9 months and keeping it off is my goal at this point. I have a diet ginger ale and 2 coffees w/no sweetener every day. Other doctors claim it is a break for your brain and unless you are a sweet addict, it can’t hurt you, and may even help you get over the hump. Who knows? You have to find out what works for you. And then do it...
Wow, Great Job!
@@DrJasonFung I need to mention that I didn’t start drinking diet ginger ale until after I lost the weight. I thought that “diet sweeteners” would mess up your good gut bacteria, but it doesn’t seem to bother me now. Dr Cywes also says it is ok. Thank you for all you do. You helped put me on the right path and I am forever grateful! ❤️
dr.fung definitely needs a Nobel.. The gravity of these efforts by him is extraordinarily life changing it's hard to appreciate unless you really understand the depth of this issue
When I hit a plateau I did a 24 hour fast, then a bone broth vegetable soup, then another 12 hours. I called it my Superman fast because it got me to goal weight. I also found exercising in the fasted state, so taking a nice long walk during that first 24 hour fast, usually in the morning, was great. Sometimes I would do 2 long walks, 1 in the morning and 1 at lunch. I only fasted on days I didn’t work because I found not being stressed helped even more. When I hit my goal weight I prayed so hard that Jason would help others and that people would go back to fasting as part of their lifestyle.
❤ Wow - what a great comment and a wonderful outcome!
Wow thanks for the advice 2 years later! I’ve learned to know fast on the days I’m off so my body is not stressing. Thank you for that advice
Dr Fung has opened my eyes on the relationship between insulin resistance, cabs and intermittent fasting. I feel so much better and lost 30lbs since the covid lockdown. From 205lbs to 172lbs now, with 6ft frame. I feel like I am back in 20yrs old again. Dr Fung is one of the best teacher on the internet.
WOW losing covid 30 instead of gaining covid19 like many of the rest of us! Congratulations!
@@1234cheerful I also lost weight when I got Covid last Christmas--down 20 lbs in that two week period. I was able to keep it off, then lose more later.
Dr. Jason Fung and Dr. Sten Ekberg has changed my life. I have lost 60lbs since January. Because of that I have regained my selfconfidence and got a very good paying job. I cannot thank you enough.
This guy saved me as a type 2 diabetic has taught me more than the doctors here in Indianapolis
Getting over the fear of hunger is spot on. I was literally afraid of being hungry. Fasting has taught me being hungry is ok.
I love what he said, “Hunger is your friend!”
I get grouchy about 20 hours into my fast. I eat every 24 hours. Hangry!
be careful if you have the condition of Type 2 Diabetes, and consult a Physician if you are going to try fasting because it can trigger, " Diabetic keto acidosis " and you will be on your way to the ICU!
@@danielgrohl6971 That's Type 1 diabetes, not Type 2. Type 1 is usually congenital or genetic.
Yes, exactly. I was afraid of hunger.
I'm 6 Weeks in to my new fasting routine. And for the second time this week I've been told by two different people wow you have lost weight.
I used this as fabulous motivation.
Thanks Dr Fung.
Dr. Fung has a soothing voice. I like to watch his videos over and over for encouragement.
I dropped around 80lbs in 6months with diet and exercise but then the weight loss stopped even with more gym work. I came across Dr Fungs videos and that day I went to 16/8 IF and that week dropped 7lbs! I immediately went to 20/4 IF and the fat lose just continued rapidly! I’m a 38yr old male who started at 345lbs @40% bodyfat, now with the use of 20/4 IF I’m at 222lbs @10% bodyfat!
Short background: I know my way around the gym, I’m no stranger to a high level of fitness while walking around @7% bodyfat 205lbs and I believed “workout is king; nutrition is queen” gotta have both! After 16yrs in the US Marine Corps I embraced the dad life and put on over 100lbs quick and before I knew it 150lbs total. THANK YOU Dr Fung 👍🏻👍🏻
That's awesome 👏
What’s was your diet? And congratulations
@@Fatmanclips I eat a lot of protein. I like to stay full so once I started IF for these last 5months it’s been breakfast @2pm /8whole eggs (sometimes as an omelette) & 1or2 chicken thighs (depends how I feel) @6pm /1or2lbs of any meat seasoned but never any sauces & a cup of mixed roasted nuts no salt (macadamia nuts ,walnuts ,pistachios Brazilian nuts ,almonds). Plus I drink an 16oz Mio drink with added magnesium and potassium with every meal.
@@Gunny559 nice! How many calories you ate a day? Or you didn’t really count it?
Hola from Fort Lauderdale beautiful healthy people. Waiting every sunday for Dr. Fung's weekly advice. Good luck everyone!
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I was in a plateau for like a month. I busted through with a 60 hour fast. Now the inches are dropping again. I'm going to do it once a month now.
How did you manage through that 60 hours?
60 is heavy. My longest was 52 so far:)
Fantastic! I can't get past 21 hours, so far.
im on hour 87
True. Once you hit that plateau, you’ll resort to longer fasts. Last week i think I’ve done 72 hours fast and i lost 2kgs on that fast. So I’ve decided to do 48h fast once a week for 3 weeks then do one 72 hr fast on the 4th week. I just don’t know if it’s safe to do
I've been watching all these videos and this is one of my favorites. I jumped in and did a 72 hour fast, I was amazed at how easy it was. I found myself expecting to eat because that's what we are accustomed to doing. I would tell myself, you don't have to eat if you don't want to. LOL I'm very excited to learn that fasting is not all that hard and I may have found the way to a healthier me.
Started OMAD on November the 2nd. I’m down 43 lbs. thanks to Dr. Jason and a couple others.😊
That’s a great tip “to make hunger your friend” thank you !
It's ok to feel some hunger, but not to the point of being uncomfortable. Try strict keto or even carnivore. Most people on carnivore do not experience any kind of hunger and they have no problems losing weight.
I really like this tip because high insulin level can make me feel hungry all the time, even after a meal, and now I know when that happens it isn't true hunger.
You're welcome! (I'm "Chuck" in the video)
@@patrickh709 ..nuts also do this
@@chuck2u32 How are you doing now, Chuck? Today is the 10 month anniversary of my starting IF, and I am down 100 lbs while gaining muscle.
Great relaxing time fellowship with believers, talk to God in prayer and meditating on Bible scriptures.
Proverbs 3:5-6 🙏
The best trick is pushing over 42 hours, plateaued severally but now i know how to kickstart my stalled car. 42-48 and above, at least once a month. If you can try it at most twice a month. Remember, you are dealing with a very stubborn old stalling storing car. But we are on the right path. It can onky get better. Thanks Dr. Fung for encouraging us to understand our bodies, ourselves in relation to food. Now i eat to live and not live to eat. The less the better.
Gal...una roho, but nitajaribu.
@@Lea-db1df hi girl, yes i just had to cos the insulin n cholesterol issues were killing me. Its not easy but ive lost 4" on my waistline and feel really good. Willpower girl, willpower.
@@Lea-db1df wish you all the best n lets know.
@@Lea-db1df kwani, mtaka cha mvunguni.....
@@rosalynwawira6812 Thanks Rosa.
Hi, Dr. Jason, I recently saw your videos and was greatly encouraged to fast as I am a 25. Yr diabetic, on medication tablets. My fbs had never been below 140 for a long time.. I took up 20/4 intermittent fasting and a 4 km daily walk, with eating low carb but full stomach food at the hour window. In two weeks I lost two kgs, and fasting sugar is 118. I cant thank you enough, and I praise the Lord for leading me to your videos. God bless you. You are a blessing to humanity.
Great video Dr. Fung. I started with 2 weeks of keto before starting on a water fast. I’m on day 8 and hope to make it 21 days. I’ve already lost 20lbs, 262-242lbs, and hope to reverse the chronic migraine headaches I’ve been having the last 6 months. The quick weight loss is absolutely amazing all from doing nothing!
Thank you Dr. Fung for giving us more strategies to lose weight. You’ve changed my life.
I always get a kick out of someone losing 100 pounds (to ideal weight) and then have friends & family say you are too thin. Sigh.
I'm down 100 lbs now--in 10 months. I never thought I could lose so much so fast--all while gaining muscle!
Completed my first 16:8 fast today and feeling great! I was worried about doing it because I have found that if I go too long without eating I get nauseous and often get sick, thankfully that didn't happened can't wait to continue!
This happened to me, but after a couple of OMADS, it kick started my insulin levels, and I started losing the body fat again, so far I’ve lost 45 lbs in 12 weeks.
Incredible!
What was your starting weight, if you dont mind me asking?
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@@andrewgraham3658 21 stone and 7 lbs, I'm now 17 stone and 10 lbs, I do 16.8 Monday to Friday, and on Saturday and Sunday, I do Keto OMAD.
@@seanpeters3286 sorry could you explain the stone, does that mean 294? And what sorts of keto omad did you do on the weekend? Did you continuously eat clean during your 16:8 days?
Love your work Dr. Fung. I started fasting 17 days ago (mostly doing 36 hours ADF) and I have lost 16lb already. I am sleeping through the night best I have in years, my energy is increased, I'm not tired all the time. I feel like I've been given a new life!
Dr Fung you saved my life, you really did it.My family loves you , you are such a great and honest doctor.
I started OMD 1,5 years ago and I weight down 12 kg in the first 12 months and then it stopped working, but now I am equipped with new knowledge @ fresh tools . Doctor Fung thank you very much
The best doctor ever ! Thank you so much. I have benefitted so much from your talks and books.
Can I just say, his voice is so soothing.
Dear Jason, thank you for all your books and videos. Through fasting I ve managed to not only lose weight, but get off all my medications.
My whole life has changed. I found fasting, especially extended fasting reset my appetite and made me more mindful about eating and appreciative about food. And also to know that hunger will not kill me.
NUMBER 8: have some more patience! So many people just say "aaah, the diet isn't working, everything is horrible" but in reality it's just a small weight fluctuation and if they would have just stayed on it for one more week they would have seen the results!
Yes. I definitely needed #8... someone told me that 3 weeks not loosing is nothing to concern about, some people stuck for 3 months or more.
I couldn't agree more. It takes the body time to lose weight, it's a process. We don't gain weight overnight and we dont lose it all in a nice steady stream either.
Thanks for the info
This has always been my issue. Giving up too soon.
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I have been doing fasting for a year long for experimental sake because I can’t afford expertise fee. 🙏thank u and all your health workers being devoted in such massive and heavy load labour of love. I am one the patients who were cured by the influences of your medication myth through data. Thanks again. Cancer is done!🥺
Was on IF for 5 months, then OMAD for a month, weight loss is slowing down so I alternate with 24 hour fasting. 8 more lbs to go to reach my goal. Praying a lot to get rid of my stressor😂
You are almost there,great Job
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Pulling for you to burn that fat away! You have truly perservered!
@@johnd546 reached my ideal weight for my age. Now on maintenance mode as of 4/1/2021. Thank you👍
@@1234cheerful thank you. I have reached my goal. Now on maintenance mode. Eating and fasting. It is a new lifestyle, but doable.
Thank you for the shorter videos getting right to the point. I do not always have the time for the hour plus videos. Great information!
It’s about adaptation our bodies get used to every regimen- switch it up.
DR Jason fung he is the best .Makes science very easy to understand.thank you.
I come for the great information on fasting and I stay until the end for the wonderfully goofy "Hit that like button". Love it! You're a real gem, Dr. Fung. You've made a change in my life and I thank you for it!
Dr. Jason saved and changed my live. I am diagnosed with type 2 diabetes 3 years ago with average 7.8 - 8.5 mmo/l average. Less than 3 months i had lost 9 kg from 84kg t0 75kg and my glocuse level had dropped to average 5.67 mmol average ( 5.2% ) HbA1c result. Thank you Dr. Jason Fung!!
I'd like to thank you for your advise.
As a former Endurance athlete I was told to never skip breakfast, and eventhough I stopped competeing I've continuued doing a big breakfast, that caused a little overweight.
Now I've tried the 16/8 FASTING and both my energy levels and mental focus during the day have skyrocket !!
Thanks again !!
One thing that helped me was to stop doing the 16/8 intermittent fasting every day and go to every other day (basically 12/12). Also, I would alternate days when I would exercise without eating breakfast first and exercise other days after about an hour of eating light breakfast.
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12/12 just means fasting for 12 hours, and eating in a 12-hour window--on of the gentlest fasting protocols. Fasting every other day is called altrnate day fasting, or ADF.
Dr.Fung you are a Godsent angel
Dr. Fung, you’re an excellent speaker! We love listening to your lectures! 😊
Lost 10-15 lbs w intermittent fasting. 5'10" 182ish now. Almost 43
That's small for 5'10 is it not?
@@SausageSideways I'm around 185 lb. I think I'm fine.
@@SausageSideways when I joined the military I was 170 and I was fine.
@@SausageSideways that's what she said :(
I got on keto and lost weight easily for a few months, then I stalled.
So I went keto + OMAD, started losing again then stalled again.
Then I tried ketovore + OMAD + 1 or 2 48hr water fasts a month. I started losing again, and stalled again! For over 6 months!
Out of desperation I started tracking everything I ate and drank. Weighed and measured everything for 2 weeks. I didn't calculate calories or anything else but carbs (as I always did) because I didn't want to be influenced by anything as I gathered the data.
After 2 weeks I calculated calories, macros, etc and I was astonished! My % macros were good but I was eating less than 800 cal a day on my eating days! And since I hadn't really changed what and how much I ate since starting ketovore, that's what I had been eating for well over a year! Probably closer to 3 years since I didn't really increase anything when I switched from keto to ketovore either, I just cut out 90% of the vegetables.
I had absolutely wrecked my metabolism!!! 😭
That was 2 months ago.
Still ketovore but now with a 2hr feeding window, and increasing my daily calories little by little. I started losing weight again as soon as I reliably ate 1200cal a day. I'm now at around 1300 and still losing.
Moral of my story, if you hit a long plateau, re-evaluate what you are doing and change things up one thing at a time. And make sure you are eating enough!
“The one that looks like this” 👍That was way too cute 😊
I'm going to have to try that! It looks like everyone loved it!
So kind and sweet doctor may gif bless him
God bless him
These are awesome tips Dr. Fung! All of them are laid out in a way that's super simple to understand. Thanks a ton!
Dr jason I am on weight loss journey *through intermittent fasting *****loosing weight from 242 lbs to 224 lbs in 3 three weeks ***since last week it plateaued at 224 LBS *****your advice has been godsend ***will definitely follow your advice
Keep going Dr. Fung! Thank you for putting people and their health before profits.
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One capsule a day is enough to enjoy the maximum effects.
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I'm so grateful for randomly coming across Dr Fung's videos, literally binge watched his entire playlist. Where have you been all my life ? lol
Last year my husband picked up a copy of Dr. Fung's "The Obesity Code" at one of the local little free libraries while dropping off some books. Best thing I have ever read on weight loss and health! Doing mostly alternate day fasting I have lost over 85 lbs.
Update: after 10 months, down 100 lbs.
Doc, I just saw another video where you did an interview so searched you and subscribed. Yay!
As a pre-diabetic, I’ve been doing intermittent fasting for a while now and felt like I hit a plateau but didn’t know until I saw this video. Now I know what I have to do so many thanks.
I have shared your video with my mom and sister who are both diabetics. Hoping they begin to follow the intermittent fasting too. It was difficult at first but feels soo good after a few days.
You're an Amazing Dr, you not only write helpful weight loss books, but you also make a YT channel & try to explain how to go about losing weight. So many Dr's are all about the money, pushing pills or just repeating the "old" calories in calories out attitude.
This video has made my day. Thank you 😊 Doctor Fung. Please keep more videos like these coming
How to come out of a weight plateau is well explained here by Dr. Jason Fung.
Thanks Doc 👍🌹
I've been stuck and gaining weight. I'm gonna try these. And my stress has been thru the roof. Thanx!
Good Luck ...!! keep going ...!!!
Stress levels down and sleeping a little bit more. It worked, I'm losing weight again.
I'm still doing intermittent fasting, but I switched it up to a more vegan diet with the inclusion of more raw foods, and the the benefits have been wonderful. I'm so thankful for Jason Fung's great advice and instruction.
I always love to listen your videos. You saved many lives. Thank you so much Dr Jason Fung.
I do three things at work to relieve stress: 1. Eat away from my desk. 2. Use my vibration plate on the gentle setting for 10 minutes. 3. Sit outside in the sun then take a walk around the parking lot.
This was/ is me. Ive just broken a month long plateau with a 36 hour fast. Been doing Keto but probably eating too much during my eating window. That stops right now...Im down to 216 from 240
Thank you Dr. Jason. This video was just GREAT for me... . :)
Dr. Fung! I honor you! I had two main thoughts as I watched this. First, carb cycling. Second, our identity in Christ👍
I love the reframing Chuck suggests, "Make hunger your friend." I have been successful in IF by addressing the feeling of hunger as, "Yes, thank you -- you are exactly what GETTING HEALTHIER feels like." Maybe a combination of Chuck's reframe and mine might be to think of hunger as your personal and dear getting healthier friend. We all like to hang out with our friends, so maybe something like, "Ah, good to 'see' you again , my dear GETTING HEALTHIER friend!"
Great outlook!!! Thanks!!!
I remind myself that this is when I am burning fat.
*I needed this. I lost 14 kg and rn I have completely plateaued. I even gained some weight. I'll try this.*
How are you doing now?
I’m doing 4:3 now after falling from the wagon for a long time. I did gain some of my weights back but I guess the knowledge of IF kept me from gaining it all back. I think modified 4:3 is working well for me now. And I’m back to fasting! Feels great!
Thank you Dr. Fung for all you do, it is appreciated by this girl. Water fasted up and down, find looking at before and after pictures motivational. Maybe a all star weight loss before and after picture sight can be helpful for those weak moments we need a pep talk. Love you
Thank you for this, it couldn’t have come at a better time. I really needed to know what to do about plateaus.
God bless you ❤️
I'm "Chuck" from the video. We need to remember that as we lose weight it takes less energy to move, live, and breathe so scaling back on portion sizes is necessary when you reach a plateau.
I would say watch Dr.Fung's video is my way to go through the hunger lol
One of the ways of dealing with stress which works best for me is......fasting.
While fasting I don't have to pay any attention to what am I going to eat, when am I going to eat, shopping for food, preparing the food, cleaning up afterwards. I have more time to deal with whatever is causing the stress because I know my health and physical well being is in check for the time being.
Agreed.
I cook for my husband most days, though, so I've had to learn to fast while still planning and preparing food. (My husband said he was OK with just getting takeout all the time, but I didn't want to disrupt his schedule too much--and I am concerned about maintining his health, as well [his weight is close to ideal]). But I did appreciate the offer from him.
Now I'm pretty good with this not affecting my own fasting.
Dr fung, god bless you!
These are the greatest tips, I've tried them all at different points. They work well. I've never felt better, I don't beat up on myself and I've finally got a handle on my emotional eating. It's better to get it out than hold it in. 👍🤭🥴
Other strategies: 3-4 days of fat only ("Fat fast"). Or, alternate days of fat fasting with protein fasting. There are videos on TH-cam about this, but be careful because they're rather drastic.
Thank you for your tips Dr Fung! In 16 weeks I’ve lost 33 lbs by following your tips and doing IF 8/16 everyday! I wish I could meet you in person so I can personally thank you.
But for the last 1 1/2 weeks I’ve been stuck at 209.9 lbs, although I feel thinner and my clothes are fitting loosely. My summer goal is to be 199 lbs in July and 189 lbs by October. And I think the reason why I’ve been stuck at 209.9 for almost two weeks is because for the last 3 weeks I’ve been working 6 days a week and not sleeping well, which has caused stress eating or binges. But I will take care of my stress and I will sleep more. Once again thank you for your advice, Dr Fung.
try some alternate day fasting, and watch his video about plateaus
Hi. Relax your expectations of weight loss. Focus on the process of intermittent fasting while drinking non sweetened drinks, eating healthy 1 or 2 meals when you eat in your eating window, as Dr Fung describes. It’s not a race. You are already winning by using intermittent fasting as your tool to get healthy. Remember 1-2 pounds per week of continuous weight loss is excellent results. Focus on the positives of your journey: less pain, less strong cravings, control over hunger pangs that come and go but don’t own you, and more control over your life. All the best to you. 👍🏼😎🏆
@@karenbuchert3377 You don't have to give up if you reach a plateau as you counsel.
@@karenbuchert3377 I don't think that anyone should give up.
Increasing salads and diminishing other stuff really helps
Make Hunger your friend. Excellent advice.
Thank you so much Dr. Fung, this is exactly what I was looking for. Thank you for helping me to overcome this agony and confusion of plateau. 🙏🏻♥️
Thank you Dr. Fung! Valuable info!! One thing I learned from this to understand why my weight won’t budge is I need to meditate!! And, I don’t change things up like I should!
Great information -- I find quilting is meditative for me!
The book "30 Days to Stop Overeating" by Harper Daniels takes an interesting mindfulness approach. Weight loss can be very psychological, tied to stress etc.
The excuse of a carb addict 🤣
I always will Binge eat if eating unprocessed carbs, when I cut them out my binge eating nearly completely resolved. Even if I feel like eating emotionally , I’ll eat cheese or something and a small amount doesn’t lead to full on binge.
@@shipoffulls So you are eating processed food instead of whole food? That doesn't sound right...
You have abundant knowledge ..
Every word makes complete sense thank you 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
This is so real. Sweets is my weekness. But all points I did and helped me a lot to loose 88 lbs .
Wow, this was so encouraging and informative.. thank you dr Fung. I actually finished my first ever 36, well 38hr fast this morning! I’ve been nervous of doing anything longer than OMAD because the dietitians/GP’s have always said I should eat every 2/3hrs, to prevent starvation mode (For 20+yrs I only ate around 900 Cals a day!)! I’ve also suffered with chronic stress and insomnia, while caring for my parents who came to live with me. The last 9yrs of their lives and end of life care was very traumatic and tough!! It added another 2st to my already 13st, obese frame, but I was also exhausted and totally depleted! While I haven’t lost anymore weight since last May doing IF, LCHF, I am sticking with your teachings and praying for a breakthrough. Thank you dr Jason.. for hope. LG
Dieticians and GPs don't know their ass from a hole in the ground. Just take a look at the obesity rate in this country, all perpetrated by our ignorant medical profession and big food companies pushing their nonsense.
You can do this! We can do this together, never give up! I have been yo-yo dieting for the last decade, and ended up worse then before I started. So far I lost 9 lbs, still have another 13 lbs to go. Has been plateaus for 3 weeks now, and I think I know the reasons after watching this video. It was the sweeteners and the nuts.... cutting them out today. Doing my first 48 hrs today! Good luck to us all!
@@mylinhhuynh5065 Bless you, thank you for the encouragement. I think I’m going to try another 36hr fast on Thursday and carry on a 16:8 schedule on the other days. I’m just going to keep trying., but remembering the internal good health IF gives my body. You keep going too, very best wishes. LG
Thank you for the awesome knowledge for free Dr. Fung. You are making a huge difference in people's lives. Every Sunday I am very much looking forward to your video's
Thank you Dr Fung. This video has just come at the right time. I was loosing on OMAD however have weight Loss plateau since last 2 months, so will follow your great tips and will let you know my progress. You are the best!👏👍🙏
How are you doing these days?
Thank you for this video and all your knowledge, help save lives and we thankful for Dr Jason Fung❤️🙏🏽❤️
Love love this video needed the reminders💖
However the ending of your video gave me such a wonderful giggle 🤭 and laughter 😂 Dr. Fung you truly rock 👍👍 After having lost 130 pounds in a year in a half cant say enough wonderful things about you 👍👍💖💖💖
I love Chuck's philosophy, to "make hunger your friend." It's so true, when you haven't attempted a longer fast in a while and you feel hungry, at least I will feel a sense of panic or unease that I "feel" like I can't manage. BUT(!!!) it goes away, just give it 30 minutes and you feel just fine again. I'm trying to get back on track, doing 20-21 hour fasts just fine, need to up it to 36-40 and then shoot for a 72 here soon. It's been a while since a 5-11 day fast, but the 11 day fast I last had was a game changer. They not only change my body, my cravings, but my mind and my outlook on life. It's a great way to shift your path to the positive! Thanks sooooo much Dr. Fung, I'm so happy you have your own channel, been watching you for years! Wishing you the best!
Just so you know, the hunger does go away when you get used to fasting daily, I have been fasting daily for over 11 years now, mainly to keep my body composition these days.
I think that depends upon what you eat when you are not fasting.
Also, Some food types and/or your carb/protien/fat ratio has a lot to do with it also.
~Dr. Fung...you are the best doctor I have ever heard....thank you from the bottom of my heart. Keep up the videos...run to them for help. 🙏🙏💞🙏
Thank you for sharing, Dr. Fung 💙
Definitely something in losing the stress. I had 3 weeks away from work just to chill out and it shook up that plateau. Three weeks back at work and I have put on 2lbs.
Love this guy
Thank you Dr Fung for sharing your knowledge freely. You’ve changed my life for the better. Grateful
I agree. There is not much money in telling a patient to go home and fast so there has to be genuine compassion for others.
Stress is my big problem right now. Sleep does seem to help, especially if I do an extended fast and make sure to get a lot of sleep at the same time.
Another remedy to relieve stress, besides the ones mentioned, is deep breathing for a few minutes before going to bed. ☺
@@veronicaharwick9013 So true! I've actually used it quite a bit myself, for relief from degenerative disc disease.
@@CarbageMan Chronic pain is the worst stressor of all. 😔
When I would have bouts of backpain from scoliosis & not be able to sleep I would put 1/4 tsp. of Inositol powder (Now Foods) in a glass of water or juice at bedtime. You'll have to research it yourself but it somehow assists B vitamins to help calm down the nervous system. It has helped me & a few others. ☺ Take care.
@@veronicaharwick9013 Yeah, I think it was a big contributor in making me fat. :-(
I found out I was magnesium deficient (before I went keto) and keeping that in order helps. It turns out magnesium glycinate can be optimal in that regard, though all help. I have also been taking aswagandha and stinging nettle root extract.
I'll have to try the inositol. I take benfotiamine, which seems to have beat the diabetic neuropathy over several months.
@@CarbageMan It's a vicious circle... extreme pain makes you more sedentary... weight increases... more weight on discs causes more pain... lack of moving tightens muscles, etc.
I too am deficient in magnesium (😎) & Vitamin D.
I wish you the best my friend. ☺