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Oculus Spirit [90820]
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How many on here FAST for better health and/or weight control?
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Jan 18, 2023, 12:31 PM
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Seems 20% of kids and about 40%+ of American adults are Obese..with maybe up to 65% of all being overweight to some degree.
I fast occasionally, skipping breakfast (do have a coffee with palm full of walnuts, if needed) and then have 1st meal around Noon to 2pm.
Surprisingly Don't get hungry!
It helps the body to burn fat longer, clean out the unwanted crapp, aids in organs healing where needed and lowers insulin & blood sugar levels.
Then, eat same normal calories in an 8-hour time frame..and remember it's better not to snack so often too since each time one eats the body has to start up again and pump insulin to the cells.
Go TiGERS..live better, longer & slimmer!
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Re: How many on here FAST for better health and/or weight control?
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Jan 18, 2023, 1:07 PM
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I find that if I FAST, I can pretty much eat whatever I want and will not gain weight. I drink water every day until about 1:00-2:00 pm, and then eat a good lunch. I eat supper and desert around 6:00 pm, and then start all over again. It works for me.
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Re: How many on here FAST for better health and/or weight control?
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Jan 19, 2023, 7:23 AM
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Great topic, LBB! Thanks for posting. I also do Intermittent Fasting 20/4, and also 2-3 day water fasts. And I've been Keto for 4 years. Inflammation in my body/joints is completely gone, my mind is clearer than it's ever been, much higher energy level, and absolutely no issues with low or high blood sugar ever. And I am never hungry. Many people living this way have cured Type 2 Diabetes, high blood pressure, and other metabolic syndrome issues, and have been able to stop taking all medications for these symptoms.
Anyone wanting more information about this should search YouTube for Dr. Jason Fung and Amazon for his books. His info will show you all the medical research data that you'll need. You can change your life with a high fat, high protein, very low carb diet paired with Intermittent Fasting. And you'll lose weight.
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Re: How many on here FAST for better health and/or weight control?
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Jan 18, 2023, 1:10 PM
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There are some pretty good studies showing cognitive improvements that have come from it. The other aspects of it though, don't really have anything to do with fasting in itself. Fasting is (mostly) just a tool to aid in putting the body into a caloric deficit. The american diet is riddled with sugary breakfast cereals and carbs that spike our insulin and blood sugar levels and they are in yoyo the rest of the day. So really, the same thing can be achieved by making better decisions with proteins and fats early in the day! Just FYI if anyone isn't into the actual fasting part...
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Re: How many on here FAST for better health and/or weight control?
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Jan 18, 2023, 4:38 PM
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There are some pretty good studies showing cognitive improvements that have come from it. The other aspects of it though, don't really have anything to do with fasting in itself. Fasting is (mostly) just a tool to aid in putting the body into a caloric deficit. The american diet is riddled with sugary breakfast cereals and carbs that spike our insulin and blood sugar levels and they are in yoyo the rest of the day. So really, the same thing can be achieved by making better decisions with proteins and fats early in the day! Just FYI if anyone isn't into the actual fasting part...
My boss sees a nutritionist and she seems to be more inline with what you are saying.
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Re: How many on here FAST for better health and/or weight control?
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Jan 18, 2023, 1:26 PM
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I'm trying to get back to intermittent fasting. Usually helps lose weight. Need to drop about ten.
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Re: How many on here FAST for better health and/or weight control?
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Jan 18, 2023, 1:33 PM
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I made it 42 hours before I ate lunch today. Fasting is super healthy for you and has tons of benefits. There is a reason why it was so important in scripture, not just spiritually, but physically as well.
I lost over 100 pounds fasting. Don't go after fab diets just eat once a day around 5pm. Once you get good at that, then try to push for a couple days at a time.
We've been tricked into thinking that we are supposed to eat 3 meals a day when in fact our bodies were designed to go days at a time without food.
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110%er [9731]
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You lost 100 pounds in 42 hours??
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Jan 18, 2023, 1:43 PM
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That ain’t healthy, man.
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Re: How many on here FAST for better health and/or weight control?
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Jan 18, 2023, 1:34 PM
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I've tried it before! I fasted watching TV, I fasted Facebook, I even fasted going out to clubs and stuff...it doesn't work for me.
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If you eat healthy proteins and fats and avoid simple carbs
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Jan 18, 2023, 1:54 PM
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while increasing your activity level, you won't need to fast. Simple carbs are like eating packets of sugar. It spikes your blood sugar and signals your body to build fat. By seeking out healthy proteins and fats, you will get all of the carbs you need. Start your day(and every meal)with healthy proteins and fats, satiate your hunger and avoid the "carb flu" an hour and a half later.
Most people don't realize how much activity it takes to be healthy and how quickly and easily their body's adapt to the increased activity level.
However, please post in the proper forum.
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^^^ This ^^^
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Jan 18, 2023, 2:34 PM
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People think that one of the best ways to lose weight is to spend hours in the gym on a elliptical, bike or treadmill, and that is simply not the case. Most people end-up getting frustrated and quit when they don't see any results. Simply eating healthy proteins and fats that boost you metabolism works far better. It's sustainable and it's effective.
When I graduated from Clemson in 1985 and again in 1988, I weighed 185 pounds. At one point, my weight increased to around 230. I was eating pretty much whatever I wanted and I wasn't very active, so my weight really elevated. That trend would have probably continued had it not been for the sudden and unexpected lost a close family member. He was eating pretty much whatever he wanted, he wasn't very active, and it ended-up costing him his life. I promised my wife and my children that I would not let that happed. I was determined and over the course of the next 12 to 18 months, due to healthier eating and exercise, I lost 45 pounds to get back down to 185. That was about 12 years ago. Today I weigh about 190.
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Wow, 125 years ago?
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Jan 18, 2023, 3:57 PM
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How old are you now?
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Legend [17781]
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I guess healthy eating really does add years***
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Jan 18, 2023, 4:23 PM
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Oh shoot...that should read "12"...
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Jan 18, 2023, 5:30 PM
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I'm old but not that old !!!
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Re: How many on here FAST for better health and/or weight control?
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Jan 18, 2023, 2:05 PM
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I’m a big fan of intermittent fasting. I opt for lunch as my first meal of the day and eat pretty much whatever I want until 8pm. I’m not super strict with it and will deviate some on the weekends. Setting aside the weight control benefit, the mental clarity I gain makes it a worth while endeavor. From everything I’ve read about the topic, the science seems pretty clear and benefits are undeniable particularly for men. Women have to be a little more careful when fasting particularly if pregnant or breastfeeding. I haven’t done much long term fasting (at least not since my wrestling years), but would recommend electrolyte and calorie free protein supplements of some sort for longer fasts to avoid getting lightheaded. If you are new to it, the first week or so can be a struggle, but you will be amazed how much better you feel once your body adjusts.
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Orange Blooded [2862]
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There is an interesting BBC documentary on the topic
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Jan 18, 2023, 2:17 PM
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called "Eat, Fast, and Live Longer" which makes the case that fasting helps slow down the clock on aging, or even reverse some aspects of aging.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ihhj_VSKiTs
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I can confirm this is true. Wrinkles, stretch marks, joints
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Jan 18, 2023, 2:45 PM
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it's all radically changed in less than a year. For me. I'm in my late 30's. I'm healthier than I was since college. I wear pants/shorts/shirts FROM college now.
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Late 30's? If that's you in the picture, I would've guessed 50's!
Jan 18, 2023, 8:36 PM
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If I was the person in that picture I would be a millionaire
Jan 19, 2023, 12:08 AM
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I think he’s in his late 30’s in that picture. Doesn’t look like 50’s at all though. Way off.
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Re: How many on here FAST for better health and/or weight control?
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Jan 18, 2023, 2:23 PM
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I fast 16/8 daily and have for the past 2 years and I have to say I am in the best shape of my life now and I am 45. I work out 5 days a week! 267 down to lean 185
My wife lost 37 pounds with the same 18/6 and is back to wearing her high school size. No working out whatsoever. 167 down to 130
Also what I find is as long as you stick to it you will pretty much maintain your healthy weight.
Lunch is when we have our first meal.
JMO and how it’s helped us.
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Re: How many on here FAST for better health and/or weight control?
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Jan 18, 2023, 2:32 PM
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I fast frequently and usually not hungry at all until I think about it. Still wear the same size jeans I did in college 33/32s . Lots of water, and spend 30 minutes stretching every morning. Less health hurdleI tend to have a little too much red wine/beer on the weekends. Working on that.
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I OMAD fast because its easier than strict Keto for me.
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Jan 18, 2023, 2:43 PM
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Fasting is the laziest way to get huge health benefits. And I don't hardcore fast. I One Meal A Day (OMAD) fast. I try to go 18-20 hours between ANY eating. The key isn't eating less. I eat like a bear on cocaine when I eat dinner. But you have to avoid all calories during the fasting window. Snacking ruins most of the extreme health benefits of fasting.
I used to think fasting was just going hungry to "diet" but when I found out his was regenerative and anti-aging and increased human growth hormone and helped reset the gut microbiome I fell in love with it.
I try to avoid carbs/grains as much as possible but they slip by sometimes. I love ice cream. A lot.
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All-TigerNet [10905]
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Plus one for loving ice cream! I could eat it every day, but
Jan 20, 2023, 7:03 AM
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try to limit it to once or twice a week!
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Re: How many on here FAST for better health and/or weight control?
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I have been doing some form of fasting for about 3.5 years now. Fasting (and eating smarter) helped me lose about 140 lbs. I started it to lose weight and get healthier, as my bloodwork was a nightmare. Two years later, I dropped the weight and my doctor is fairly impressed with my bloodwork now. Eating right is the key.
I tend to overeat at meals, so I have to tighten up on my food intake sometimes when my weight starts going up.
I've done 16/8, OMAD, OMEOD, 24 hr, 48 hr, just to see what works. These days, I normally eat just lunch and dinner, with no snacking. I might eat breakfast on a weekend, so on those days I might skip dinner. I drink black decaf coffee and water probably 98 percent of the time. I haven't had (or wanted) a soda or sweet tea in over a year.
You really have to find what works for you. When my A1c and Insulin levels were high, I couldn't lose weight, no matter how much I would fast. Once I got those at a good level (below 6 and 10, respectively), I could lose weight. However, for me, it could take several months to get them to those levels. THAT is why most people "give up" on weight loss attempts, it can take months for your body to start working with you, not against you.
Sorry this is so long. I got on a roll there!
I’m 55 now and weigh less than I did when I graduated over 30 years ago.
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Congrats man. That's a huge Win.***
Jan 18, 2023, 2:53 PM
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Look up dry fasting. accelerates the benefits of fasting
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Jan 18, 2023, 2:49 PM
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I fully believe that fasting has many benefits and increases health overall, it allows the body to heal itself. Our medical system will never promote or study this because there is no money in it. In fact, there's negative money in it.
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Re: How many on here FAST for better health and/or weight control?
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Jan 18, 2023, 2:50 PM
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I do it as well. I fast and eat low carb. My numbers have never been better. (A1c, fasting sugar weight etc)
Usually i fast intermittently for 18 or so hours a day. Ive done a few multiple day fasts but those get hard.
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Re: How many on here FAST for better health and/or weight control?
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Jan 18, 2023, 3:49 PM
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I've been intermittent fasting for years. Normally do an 18/6 fast during the week, sometimes one meal a day. Once a month I'll do a 60hr "reboot" fast. My diet is mainly keto/carnivore. The benefits are outstanding.
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Yes, I fast. Lots of good research to support it.***
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Jan 18, 2023, 3:56 PM
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I don’t eat breakfast either but it’s not made me much slimmer.***
Jan 18, 2023, 3:56 PM
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Re: I don’t eat breakfast either but it’s not made me much slimmer.***
Jan 18, 2023, 4:23 PM
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sounds like you need to improve your diet.
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What's this, not eating breakfast? 50-60 years ago, we were
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told breakfast was the most important meal of the day...don't skip it! I grew up eating grits, eggs & bacon or sausage EVERY morning, and I was skinny as a rail until I got to Clemson and started skipping breakfast...put on almost 30 pounds my first year! But I still wasn't fat at 6'6" & 215. I would not want to be that thin now! I'm fine with 260!
So, I don't know if I buy cutting out breakfast...probably better to cut out sugar and excess carbs. Processed sugar is a much bigger problem than fat in most folk's diets!
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If you are overweight, why are you arguing about diet? Lol***
Jan 19, 2023, 12:13 AM
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I never said I'm overwaight! I'm at the weight I want to be!***
Jan 19, 2023, 7:04 AM
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Re: How many on here FAST for better health and/or weight control?
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Jan 18, 2023, 4:00 PM
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Funny you should ask. I used to fast, but haven't done it in the last few years. Just this week, I decided to start fasting again.
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Re: How many on here FAST for better health and/or weight control?
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Jan 18, 2023, 4:06 PM
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My Grandad lived to be 95 years old and he ate grits, eggs (overeasy), sausage and toast every morning that I could remember. He didn't eat lunch and ate dinner at around 6pm, in bed by 8:30pm and up by 5am. He was 5'9 and weighed 165lbs soaking wet until the day he passed.
Of course, he also worked constantly whether it be piddling in his shop or his garden.
I don't doubt the theory that lean protein and low carbs are healthy, but I do think activity is a very key ingredient to maintaining a healthy weight.
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Re: How many on here FAST for better health and/or weight control?
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Jan 18, 2023, 4:20 PM
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I eat one meal per day, around 3 pm. During that meal I eat what I want and as much of it as I want. If I get hungry later, its a piece of fruit. Coupled with moderate exercise, I take off and keep off weight and it something I can stick with without making myself miserable.
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Re: How many on here FAST for better health and/or weight control?
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I basically fast all day until I get home for supper/dinner. I do eat anything and everything I want in the evening which normally includes a bowl of ice cream.
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Calories in vs calories out...
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Jan 18, 2023, 4:37 PM
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simple math.
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Re: Calories in vs calories out...
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Jan 18, 2023, 7:15 PM
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This is the only way to effect weight ~
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Yes...you hit the nail on the head!***
Jan 18, 2023, 8:55 PM
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I reguarly fast to trick my body into thinking
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Jan 18, 2023, 7:11 PM
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it needs to get focused on hunting and enhanced physical and mental activity.. I later binge eat, much like my Viking ancestors did, then back to fasting before the next hunt. It is as effective as a super power if appropriately balanced. 9 out of 10 Fortune 500 CEO's do this to keep their edge, but I thought of it on my own and then checked to see if others were doing it.
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Re: I reguarly fast to trick my body into thinking
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I did this starting in high school and lost 30 pounds. The hardest part is getting use to it at first. I would get headaches until I adjusted. Back then I would eat one meal a day at night and very little exercise. My mom would keep telling me it was bad for me and breakfast was the most important meal of the day etc. Breakfast is still my least favorite meal of the day. I’m just not hungry in the morning. I don’t really fast on purpose now but many days I don’t eat anything until around 2pm and just have a snack at night.
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Do you also pray when you fast?
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Jan 18, 2023, 8:21 PM
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Fasting and prayer go together since it demonstrates desire for a connection to God through personal sacrifice and focus. It helps that mustard seed of faith grow as Jesus said in Matthew 17:16-21.
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Re: How many on here FAST for better health and/or weight control?
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Jan 18, 2023, 8:28 PM
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Nope. Not me . Limit carbs and fried foods. On treadmill or running 6 days a week.
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Re: How many on here FAST for better health and/or weight control?
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I started skipping breakfast a year ago and cutting way down on carbs. Coffee on the morning helps with hunger. I lost 35 lbs by Oct. I have struggled since right after Christmas and gained 7 back since Oct. Not getting enough exercise (bad back limits it) and sitting around too much. Trying to get back in synch.
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Re: How many on here FAST for better health and/or weight control?
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I did intermittent fasting for a while with good results, but I've found portion control, eating the right foods, limiting refined sugar, not snacking on junk food, drinking plenty of water, and getting exercise every day to be a bit better for me. I lost weight with Keto, but found that lifestyle for me was not sustainable. I like beer too much, lol! The best way to lose wait is to have a calorie deficit and keep your metabolism up, however you choose to accomplish that.
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Re: How many on here FAST for better health and/or weight control?
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I eat 3k calories a day from Oct 1 thru Feb 1. After that I simply cut back 100 calories a week every two weeks down to about 2500 calories to drop from 15% to around 12% bodyfat. People are fat today because they don’t workout.
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Re: How many on here FAST for better health and/or weight control?
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I fast usually for 4-5 days at a time along with prayer. It’s great for you spiritually, physically & mentally.
I usually lose 7-10 pounds each time and I always feel better afterwards.
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Re: How many on here FAST for better health and/or weight control?
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I don’t disagree with you from a mental and spiritual standpoint but the majority of the weight you lost was water.
A single gram of carbo-HYDRATE holds 6 grams of water. There are 453 grams to make a pound. Simply cutting 75 grams of carbs per day you lose 1 lb of water weight. Not to mention your body flushed existing sub Q water.
The moment you eat a bowl of Cheerios your veins probably popped and you began to regain the size.
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Re: How many on here FAST for better health and/or weight control?
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Jan 20, 2023, 7:06 AM
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I OMAD 2 or 3 times a week, eat my caloric maintenance the other days and over the past 2 years I've lost 40LBS. Make no mistake at the end of the day it's calories in/calories out but it works for me.
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