Date:   2/16/2009 12:48:15 PM ( 15 y ago)
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Hi. I did fast-5 for little over a month, from before Christmas until about 2 weeks ago. I jumped right into it, waited out the unpleasantness of some of the symptoms it said to expect, no big deal. The energy it gave me at the same time was worth it. And one of the first things I noticed was how soft my skin was. But about a week before I stopped, I started getting really tired all day long, couldn't get enough sleep, even after sleeping in on a Saturday. Also started getting acne. I never have acne. So I'm sure the cleansing was moving deeper, and I probably should have continued. It was a struggle getting through my day. Anyway, I don't have a super clean diet. If I was eating better, I'm sure it would have gotten easier, not harder. Also, I didn't lose any weight. Probably could have otherwise.
I googled "intermittent fasting" and read an article from a doctor and his wife who tried this. It said the metabolism slows down too much to allow for weight loss. Although, neither of them were overweight to begin with, and both lost a couple pounds each. I guess the weight loss depends on the diet? But everyone can reap the health benefits from a fast.
I think I've talked myself into trying it again, modified this time. I really did love it. How is it working for you so far?
 

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