Im 6’1 as well...started last october 14...weight213.....by december im at 169...now im stable at 175....as we shrink so does our diet....low wht cells usually means a infection simular to nightsweats...Same cause,because the body is heating up to distroy the invader..There is this bug thats circleing the globe.its just in a verry deluted form now...People may get it and not realize what it might be..So your next test is important for you to see..Now that im small,the same bad foods will hit me just as hard,it just does not take as much to do so..I would also highly recomend testing for pa ...
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Sometimes we overload our liver.Sometimes we need to give the liver/blood a break..Great example...A gallon of paint) a gallon of paint to paint your house with is a mixture of liquids and solids and tinting. So you see there has to be a balance there in those ingredients for the paint to be able to do its job, if there’s too much liquid in the paint it will not cover, if there’s too many solids in the paint, it will not spread, and if there is no tent, there will be no color. We have to find the balance, what you’re taking may be perfectly fine but it may be too many solids and overworkin ...
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I have been on a keto diet and intermittent fasting for 3 months. I have lost 60 pounds but my white blood cell count dropped from about a steady 6.9 to 3.4 (which is below normal). I have had a blood test done every 3 months for about 2 years and this is the first time my white blood cells dropped to below normal. I’m wondering if this is a normal adaptation to the diet (maybe from reduced inflammation) or a nutritional deficiency, or what? I take vitamin C, vitamin D3, omega 3, and zinc, 3 times per week. Everyday I drink a blended green drink (about 80 grams total of: celery, cucumbe ...
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So I have been on a keto diet and intermittent fasting for 3 months. I have lost 60 pounds but my white blood cell count dropped from about 6,000 to 3,000 (which is below normal). I have had a blood test done every 3 months for about 2 years and this is the first time my white blood cells dropped to below normal. I’m wondering if this is a normal adaptation to the diet (maybe from reduced inflammation) or a nutritional deficiency or what? I take vitamin C, vitamin D3, omega 3, and zinc, 3 times per week. Everyday I drink a blended green drink (about 80 grams total of celery, cucumber, ...
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I’m currently on my 12th day of a water only fast, almost 22lbs down. I’m doing this for both the health benefits but primarily weight loss. I was aiming for 28 days but I think 21 is more realistic, because of boredom more than anything else. Bravo! well done. Keep it up and go even beyond.   [End]
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‘’Scientific societies are as yet in their infancy… It is to be expected that advances in physiology and psychology will give governments much more control over individual mentality than they now have even in totalitarian countries. Fitche laid it down that education should aim at destroying free will, so that, after pupils have left school, they shall be incapable, throughout the rest of their lives, of thinking or acting otherwise than as their schoolmasters would have wished. Diet, injections(vaccines) and injunctions will combine, from very early age, to produce the sort of charact ...
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‘’Scientific societies are as yet in their infancy… It is to be expected that advances in physiology and psychology will give governments much more control over individual mentality than they now have even in totalitarian countries. Fitche laid it down that education should aim at destroying free will, so that, after pupils have left school, they shall be incapable, throughout the rest of their lives, of thinking or acting otherwise than as their schoolmasters would have wished. Diet, injections(vaccines) and injunctions will combine, from very early age, to produce the sort of charact ...
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Hi Chippers, i just made a post in the Water only Fasting Support forum and then i saw your post here. Some of the post i had just made is at least tangentially related to some of the questions you had asked and the link is here: https://www.curezone.org/forums/fm.asp?i=2436617#i . I’m not sure if you are still around 16 months later to even see this, but if you let me know you are here and that you remain interested in receiving a response, i will do my best to provide my thoughts on each point and/or question you posited.   [End]
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Outstandingly informative video for sure and so concisely and eloquently presented. As Archus stated, amidst the amazing info of what is going on within the body i question whether it is wise to add any supplements and myself i would prefer not doing so. Also to address something else Archus mentioned, i believe Dr. Berg stated that Autophagy begins at 18 hours, not ketosis. I don’t recall him saying anything about when ketosis kicks in. In any case i agree with Archus that Ketosis would likely kick in for most people at about 48 or 72 hours.   [End]
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Fasting has been shown to increase insulin sensitivity and improve nutrient partitioning, meaning that your body will be more efficient at directing nutrients into cells. So, would the body then not have a reduced nutritional RDA and by how much?   [End]
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I have seen this video before and sent a message Dr. Berg. When we fast with water only, first rule is no supplements. Also everyone and every fast is different, most people go in to Ketosis after two or three days not in 18 hours. But all in all great information. Thanks, Archus   [End]
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I’ve been following KenDBerryMD these days. Seems to be spot on.   [End]
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Hi folks, I’m currently on my 12th day of a water only fast, almost 22lbs down. I’m doing this for both the health benefits but primarily weight loss. I was aiming for 28 days but I think 21 is more realistic, because of boredom more than anything else. Unfortunately I am at the point now where weight loss has ground to a halt. True water fasters will (probably rightly) argue that you shouldn’t take anything else during the fast as it will interfere with the health benefits, but I am really hoping to amp up the fat burning. I will continue to consume water only for another 9 days but h ...
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Good goal. Water fast should not be used for losing weight. You said that you don’t eat much, then that means you eat processed foods and eat animal products. Fasting will heal and clean your body, but your diet will have to change. Also no partial foods, no vitamins or minerals while on a water fast. Good wishes. Archus   [End]
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Did you end up fasting? I dont see any updates...   [End]
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On 20 April 2019 I stood on the scales and was shocked to realize that my weight is 144 kilos… that is over 317 lbs or over 22 1/2 stone. My ideal weight is around 176 lbs so I am almost double my ideal weight. I knew I was overweight but have avoided the scales for the past year or so. I suffer from chronic pain in my back due to a car accident around 20 years ago that left me unable to walk for a few months. I also suffer from a very serious form of chronic migraine called Hemiplegic Migraines. These health problems aside, I tend to carry my fat on my stomach. It ...
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Second hand smoke affects you whether you fast or not. Ask your room mate to smoke outside. Best wishes. Archus   [End]
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Well i live in a hostel and currently i am water fasting. My roommate is a smoker. So my question is simple the second hand smoke that i inhale does it effect my fasting?   [End]
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Hi archus. I just saw this message. Where are you now?   [End]
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I and thou, I am in Ahmedabad and Vadodara. I will see if I can find anything in Delhi area to see. It would be great to see you. Archus   [End]
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Hello Archus. I am in Delhi. If you are going to be here it would be very nice to meet you. Do let me know.   [End]
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I and T, Thank you for all that info. I think I have a book from Vasant Lad, I have to see if it is the same. I am planning a trip to India in last two weeks of December. Mostly I will be in Mumbai and Amdavad. Thanks, Archus   [End]
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Hi Archus You can learn more about ayurveda and body types on joyfulbelly.com . This page is helpful in particular https://www.joyfulbelly.com/Ayurveda/assessment/Dosha?lnk=56 . If you are really interested, the best book is perhaps ’Ayurveda’ by Robert Svoboda. The book by the same title written by Vasant Lad is a simpler, less deep exploration of the same theme. Generally vata types should not fast too long, according to ayurveda.   [End]
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Iandt, I have not heard from you for a long time. I have not explored that, but from what I read I may be kaffa/pita type. I can fast very easily, so what does that mean? One day fasts are good, but three days fast is very helpful. Your body starts to eat fat and not glucose after two to three days. If you can guide me on how to learn more about body type, it would be appreciated. Best wishes, Archus   [End]
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Thank you archus. I’m an ayurvedic vata type, so I have decided to not fast for more than one day, at least for now, since it aggravates vata. Have you explored your ayurvedic type?   [End]
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A good thing you fasted 36 hours. This answer is late but will help you for future fasts and help other readers. When you fast for a day or two you do not need to follow the fast breaking protocol. You can eat whatever you want, but not processed junk. Also cooking fruits kills all its enzymes, I rather eat raw fruits. If you feel cold during a fast that is normal. If you feel cold after you start eating, I would do a basal temperature test to see if you are Iodine deficient. Basically keep a thermometer next to your pillow, when you wake up, without too much movement take your temp ...
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I decided to get back to a bit of fasting after more than a year. I’m 33, male, and have fasted earlier between 1 and 7 days. As of now, I plan to water fast one day a week, or about that. I ate my last meal on Sunday evening, and now it is Tuesday morning here, and I have only had water. Since I’ve been away from fasting for a while, I have a few questions. 1. How should I break this day long fast, or precisely, 36 hour fast? I thought of eating fruit, but I am very hungry and I would like something that is more filling. If I eat a lot of fruit, I am afraid of getting a sugar spik ...
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If there is a sudden drop in the blood pressure then fast must be broken. If it is gradual drop you should be fine. If you fast with water only, stay warm, rest and drink warm water per thirst. Take it very slow when standing up from lying down or sitting position. Before fast you may want do liver flushes. Also drink sole water, which is water with sea salt to raise your blood pressure. Best wishes, Archus   [End]
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If in your shoes, I would have first tried juice fasting, liver flushing, coffee enemas, elimination-rotation diet. Whe you become good at it, you can try some water fasting , one day at the time. ws   [End]
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I am considering doing a fast of some kind to help lower my ALT levels for one of my liver enzymes. It is not too far elevated but is staying around 100-125. I do have an issue with non diabetic hypoglycemia and low blood pressure. My blood sugar stays around 60-70 when I havent eaten and blood pressure can range 90/50 to 100/x range. 90/50 is fairly routine at the doctors and I do have a blood pressure monitor. Does anyone have similar issues or any ideas about what may work? The blood pressure and blood sugar are genetic and I am in excellent physical condition.   [End]
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HeidiP, First, yield your nutritional reserves by eating plant based diet. You need sea salt in your body to raise your BP. For iron, eat raw green vegetables. Fast after 30 days of above mentioned diet. Good wishes. Archus   [End]
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I did 5 day fasts successfully about 2 years ago. However since then have not been able to fast more than 2 days. When I fast, I absolutely cannot concentrate on my work and I can’t do my work as efficiently. My whole brain is thinking about food non stop as well. Meanwhile, I already do have really low blood pressure and am slightly anemic so I just don’t feel well while fasting. Does anyone have tips to help me fast yet not feel so distracted and scatterbrained and unable to function? I really like the idea of fasting and hope to be more successful at it.   [End]
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Thank you so much, so it’s not detox at all? It’s just a natural process when fasting?   [End]
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It is all natural. Your liver is naturally dumping the green bile into your intestines. It did not turn brown from green most likely because you have no food inside your intestines. WS   [End]
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I have been on a water fast for 4 days ... I had to stop today because I was extremely dizzy. However, I broke the fast with walnuts, avocado and a little kimchi. About 15 minutes later, I passed liver stones and parasites. Then about another 15 minutes later, I had green bile diarrhea, what has caused this?? Detox?? I am super curious!   [End]
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Good start. Please make sure you drink warm water as per thirst, stay warm and rest plenty. In your case you can walk 20 minutes a day. Don’t take any supplements, your body will make all it needs from fat and other junk. Your goal is hefty, however, if you stick to it you can reach that goal. Please watch Dr. Fung’s videos on Youtube. Also watch Dr. Goldhamer, he treats all his patients with water only fast. Good wishes. Archus   [End]
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thanks, on day 2 and my appetite is gone, feel good, I have a lot of weight obese, so going to see how long I can go ideally 40 days.   [End]
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Absolutely, you can fast. Pre-diabetics benefit from fasting with water only or intermittent fasting. Go for it. Archus   [End]
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Is it safe to fast with pre diabetes? could it tigger a episode of ketoacidosis? I hoping I can fast to reverse pre diabetes.   [End]
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You are a good soul caring for your sister this way. I hope that she has the will to continue. While you are at work stay in touch with her via phone, which I am sure you do. Rest is what she needs. The hardness and bulging of abdominal area sounds like gut bacteria dying and creating bloating. Massage warm castor oil on her belly gently twice a day. If she can soak her feet in warm water with Epsom salt and H2O2 for 15 minutes everyday that will be great for her to get some Magnesium, transdermally. Best wishes. Archus   [End]
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Thanks for the replies ! She is on day 10 today She was already weak to begin with and since I can’t be by her side to be he caregiver, she is alone and finding it very difficult to take care of herself in the day while I am at work. Another question... during her fasts her abdomen gets really hard and a bit bulgy... just wondering what could cause This as it seems there is no more stool inside of her. Thanks again !   [End]
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Our symptoms are worse when our body is very toxic. Did your friend prepare for her fast? What is her diet? Many people go through the same symptoms. My suggestion is to stay the course. Please ask your friend to stay warm, rest and drink warm water. Also don’t do enemas anymore. Your body will throw out what it does not need. Dr. Shelton suggested not to do ememas. Foamy bowels are all mucus coming out. If she winds up breaking her fast then she really needs to be on a raw plant based diet, avoid all processed junk, sugar, wheat, alcohol and milk products. Best wishes, Archus
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Of course if symptoms get super bad/ unbearable call off the fast but I would summon up my deepest will and push on. My explanation(and I am no veteran but I have been healing myself) is that heavy toxins are being summoned up and purged during this time which would lead to worse symptoms but would actually be a sign it’s working. Deep purging usually begins around day 10 and could get quite intense I’m sure if her problems are truly unique/severe. How long is she aiming for? Also make sure it’s strictly water only with salt occasionally and limit the amount of enemas and other protocols t ...
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Hello all, My girlfriend is on her 9th day of a water fast. (This is not her first one) She has many issues .. to note some (nervous system, veins, brain fog, etc) they getting worse as the fast goes on. Is this normal? We are doing almost daily enemas which looks like foam, parasites and bio film are coming out. Just worried weather if it is normal that things are getting worse before they get better... She has unique issues and Everywhere we read about people’s story’s that they started a water fast and everything got better and they have more energy now that the b ...
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Sorry you are not water fasting. Yes, you can do this by eating a full meal in the morning. Then not eat for whole day, it is called intermittent fasting. If you have anxiety disorder, I suggest you first clean your liver with Dr. Clark’s protocol, till your liver is clean. Then if you are not on plant based diet, start now. Eating bread may not be a good idea, quit dairy, grains, sugar and meats, you need micronutrients for your brain, good fats and omega 3. Once you feel like your anxiety is under control wean off of the drugs and then fast. Best wishes, Archus   [End]
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The pills you are taking, what are they for ?   [End]
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I’ve been water fasting for 2 days, today is the third day So im taking peels daily in the morning, and i have to eat something before i take the peel i wanted to ask if it’s ok to eat one slice of whole bread with 3% cottage cheese every morning, will it ruin my water fasting? if yes, how badly? thanks for help in advance!   [End]
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Eat mono meals, and figure out what foods make you nauseated. Drink Ginger tea three times a day. Grate 1tablespoon ginger in water and boil it, let it cool, add 1tablespoon honey, 1tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed, pinch of sea salt. Soak fennel seeds and black raisins in water over night, comnsume this in the morning upon waking. In between this drink eat only organic apples, watermelon and pineapple. If all these remedies do not help then take enzymes and Betaine HCL tablets before meals. Best wishes, Archus   [End]
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No, I can’t guess what it might be nor would any hunch be more than conjecture. As bad at looking at the whole person and all their circumstances as is modern medicine, rather than, like a machine, as the sum of certain inputs and outputs, what can be said positively, within their ovuer, is that medical diagnostics are pretty good. I’d encourage availing yourself of some medical-model (vs. whole-body or holistic) feedback as an aid (Not necessarily THE only answer) to diagnosing this; don’t mess around...you can always fast, later.   [End]
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Hey guys! Thanks for the responses, I appreciate those! I decided to end my fast as the nausea persisted. I’ve been eating broths and some fruits along with some apple juice here and there. However, despite being off the fast (I’ve been off the fast for 1.5 days now) I still have momentary lapses of extreme nausea. Does anyone know what may be causing this? I want to try to minimize these symptoms for future fasts. Thanks!   [End]
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This is ok, you broke your fast. As WS mentioned, your body was detoxing and was throwing out what it did not need. You could have dry fasted at that point. Many people throw up because some stomach acid, liver or pancreatic issues. Bread is the last thing I would eat. Stay away from grains, except wild rice. To answer your question.....Did I ruin my fast? Answer... Yes you did, but you learn and move forward. Can you start the fast with day 1 or day 4? Answer... It is not a question about what number you give the day of the fast, it is about how you feel, do you think your bo ...
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When you can not keep food or drinks inside of you, that is how your body tells you that you should not consume anything. Body knows better! Always assume that your body knows what is best for it, and listen to the messages your body is sending to you. Why is it that your body does not want you to drink or eat anything ? I do not know, but I would at least try taking a water enema, to make sure your bowels are clean and there is no blockage there. Pancreatitis is one of the health problems that gives similar symptoms (vomiting everything ). But, who knows what your pro ...
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I think you’re describing something unusual. I’d suggest not worrying about the fast, at all, and just have something to eat - not to much, just a bit, then, see how you feel, going back into whatever is normal eating, for you. Then, try it, again, another time. Anything so extreme is atypical and warrants caution. Just take it easy on yourself and wait and see.   [End]
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I was originally planning on a 10 day fast btw.   [End]
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Hey guys, I’m new to water fasting and I’ve been on a fast for around 4 days now. On the 4th day I started to get very nauseas and started vomiting every glass of water I drank. This got to me and I cheated and ate 1 slice of lightly buttered toast and a cup of apple juice. However, I was still very nauseous and around 1.5-2 hours later I vomited up everything I had eaten. Did the ruin my fast? Will I have to start over from day one or can I resume at day four? Any info would be great. Thanks!   [End]
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And thank you for the support :) I think I am going to go ahead and break my fast after today, which I’m a little disappointed by but it’s better to just be safe   [End]
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Thank you very much for the your input, I think you are right, I probably will go ahead and break tomorrow. It’s better to be safe that sorry. And good wishes to you as well :) Tiffany   [End]
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You wrote: ”I will need to run two miles and do a bunch of pushups and situps. I’m not sure if it will be okay to continue my fast and go ahead and take The test or do you think I should break this weekend so that I am prepared for the test?” If I understand it right, you would like to do all of this after 16 days of water fasting ? :-) That is called optimism !!! Very dangerous idea! At best, you will just faint before the end of mile 2, or while doing pushups and situps. Even worse, you may end up in a hospital, intensive care unit, severely dehydrated, with extremely low ...
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Exercise is not recommended when you fast with water only. Walking is fine. My suggestion is to break your fast a week before your test, but do eat fruits and vegetables only and after the test you can go back to fasting. Good wishes. Archus   [End]
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Good luck thanks for your service...   [End]
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Thanks :) I guess I should have mentioned in the body of my message that is it a times run, so I won’t be able to take a break, I have to run it in at least 18:45, I think. Thanks for your reply :)   [End]
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See how you feel, going forward. Might require break, but maybe not. My own exercise while on water fast (longest - 4 dats) has been limited, but, when I have engaged, it’s been okay.   [End]
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Hello :) I am currently on a water fast, it is my first long fast and I am on day 6. I’m feeling pretty good, no pain, and only a bit of dizziness when I get up too quick but that is pretty normal for me, and some insomnia for a couple nights, but I’ve been checking my blood pressure too and it is at it’s norm. I really want to keep going until I feel like I have made a great deal of progress detox wise, etc, I would be willing to go for up to 21 days. The problem is that I am in the Army Reserve and in a week and a half I have to take a PT test which means I will need to run two miles ...
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Hi! I may be wrong but, it sounds as though you are thinking of ending because you have lost the ability to maintain a moment to moment experience and feel weary, maybe. You don’t want to feel as you did on your last fast, but are starting to. You have lost 30 pound in three months, which is amazing. Because we purge so much water on a fast, and because you are purging even more in your exercise, some of that is water. I would strongly urge you to break this fast if you are going to continue to exercise at your reported rate. The only exercise really advised during fasting is more gentl ...
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You were most likely drinking too much water during your fast. Drinking more than 3 liters of water per day, while not eating anything, may not be a good idea. Consuming excessive amount of water will result in washing too much minerals (sodium chloride mostly ) from your blood, and one of the symptoms of low sodium inside body is low blood pressure, fatigue and also fainting due to low blood pressure. You fainted because of the sudden drop in blood pressure. Below is a list of some common symptoms of low level of minerals in blood. These are just the most common symptoms, t ...
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I was standing then suddenly got blurred vision and fainted. My mom gave me 1 banana and I immediately felt better and blurred vision went away. So broke my fast with a banana. Drank 100 oz+ everyday, no other supplements just plain water. What is the cause of that?   [End]
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Fasting is so tough because you will end up putting on the weight later as it’s impossible to keep it up! I’ve found intermittent fasting to be really helpful because it allows me to have cheat days and eat what I want once in a while so I don’t feel deprived. The keto diet phenomenon is one to pay attention to and it has other benefits besides just weight loss like improvements in focus and cognitive ability. Keto is not easy to pull off until you make a daily habit and then it’s pretty easy. I started using a   [End]
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False. In fact people who have fatty liver benefit from fasting.   [End]
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It is known that water fasting puts you in the state ”ketosis”(when acetoacetic acid releasing into blood by HGH). I found a book here : http://jpkc.hactcm.edu.cn/2012yxslx/file/Textbook%20of%20Medical%20Physiology.pdf on the page 923 it says that ketosis state can cause a fatty liver. Is that false or true?   [End]
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Hello all. I’m new to posting in the forums, though I am a frequent reader of this website. I’m currently on my second fast for an indefinite period of time. I say indefinite because I’m taking it day by day. During my first fast, I was anxious to get to that last day and after reflecting, I noticed too much focusing on the tomorrow, rather than the current day and I feel it made the fast much more difficult. This time I go by the minute if needed. I’m mainly doing this for weight loss and detox of my body. I worked up to this fast since November 2017 in following a ketogenic diet along wi ...
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Bashb, Your diet is fine. I have never eaten meats, fish chicken in my life. So cannot tell you how it feels without it. I know that most animal products are acid forming, so limit those if you must eat them. I think fish would be better than chicken. All sodas, alcohol, sugar and processed foods are slow killers. For candida, I suggest taking probiotics, natural ones are sauerkraut, yogurt, kombucha, kimchi. Have these in your foods everyday. I don’t count calories, eat till your stomach is nearly full. Allergies means your liver is not functioning properly, do kidney, colon and li ...
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sadly i have eaten right all my lofe but struggled with an eating disorder for 10 years as well. I still ste but it was usually about 900 calories a day and tons of diet pepsi. I did have one last question, i understand the diet, but I have tons of food allergies, I can barley do most veggies and fruits, I would literally be just eating around 5 beggies and no fruits at all because they kill my stomach(candida) I follow my naturopath diet still of candida diet. Im aware i will be doing about a week of juicing and steamed veggies after this but continuing longer i could not, as i said i ca ...
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You are most welcome. Great that you are 23 and fasting. You will be fine, but I repeat, it is important to eat what is nature made and not processed. Till age 30 Mother Nature works with you, then you are on your own, you will get sick if you do not eat right, think right, get rid of stress and stay away from toxic environment. Good wishes. Archus   [End]
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Thank you soo much! I had assumed i was fine because i do not have any diabetes of the sort, nor does it run in my family. Constantly detoxing to no avail has driven me almost to the point of insanity so i was about to to just throw in the towel. Im only 23 and this all happend abruptly as ive never had any kind of illnesses so its been such a terrible roller coaster. But thank you so much again, this gives me so much hope and im so happy you took the time to put in all of the detail, it really means more then you know! Going to continue on in more postive spirits now:))   [End]
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First, I feel for you, sorry to hear that you have not benefitted from eating right and taking herbal supplements. 1. Drink only per thirst, warm filtered water is best. Plenty rest and staying warm is also important. 2. Urine being acidic is fine, it is a detox. 3. Bloating during eating periods means lack of stomach acid and enzymes. During a fast bloating may be related to dying of huge bad bacteria. 4. When fast with water only, you should not expect to have bowel movements. Your body will throw out what it does not need. I think enemas during a fast is enervating. Enemas in t ...
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Hello everybody. So long story short, I have been sick with lyme disease, babeisa, bartonella, candida, ibs and parasites for almost 2 years now. I was diagnosed officially last year by my naturopath. I have done countless herbs supplements to rid of this and i feel no different. I finally decided to try water fasting. I jumped righht in as i already eat extremly clean and have done many cleanses. I planned 14 days and have done 2 water, 3 dry, and continued wster fast, currently on day 8. I am aware of detox symptoms but just wanted to know if these were normal. I have been very weak, ob ...
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Hi everyone. I’m new here and new to water fasting. Today is day 6 and I’ve noticed that my weight fluctuates 6 lbs. I am only consuming water. For instance by day 3 I had lost 10 lbs but then put 6lbs back on the next day. Ever since then my weight has stuck at 211lbs. This morning it dropped to 205 but then went back up again. Could it be 6 lbs of water? And why isn’t the scale moving more?? Thank you to everyone for your help!   [End]
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Hello, I just completed my first water fast (or any fasting for that matter). It was a five day water only fast. This site was tremendously helpful. Thank you. Just wanted to give my feedback. 1) It was a water only fast and I did not take anything else other than water - no coffee, supplements ... nothing. I drank about 1.5 liters of water each day. 2)First day was easy. Some craving later in the evening. Second day was tough, Dizziness when getting up from bed, moderate headache, nausea But y evening I was fresh. 3&4 day were easy. However in the evening I went out to the shop ...
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Here’s my plan: Book a cabin with no kitchen for few days at a natural hot springs retreat where there is no restaurant/store so I won’t even think about food. I can soak out the toxins which makes fasting easier. Bring a kindle with binge classics like Anna Karenina or Ayn Rand audibles so time flies. Bring art supplies and paint. Bring crafts or scrap booking. Bring camera. Yoga mat. Free weights. Soft meditation music with earbuds (plainsong, medieval and Gregorian chants, haunting, healing American Indian flutes; bring a Tibetan bell bowl, neck roll pillow, thick socks, warm hat, brot ...
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Amazon has a film on the miracles of fasting called The Science of Fasting http://a.co/bVGYMMc as discovered accidentally by physicians in Russia and UCLA, independently. They have really cheap clinics, but since they show how to do it (clean spring water from glass containers, bathing in hot springs, clean lake or ocean water, sleeping, massage and stretching, I decided to just book a cheap AirBNB retreat without a kitchen and with a hot tub so I am trapped in a beautiful tree house cabin type surrounding without reminders of food.   [End]
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Imagine a small family of early homo sapiens. They managed a big kill just before the sudden onset of a protracted frozen winter; they are effectively cave-bound with minimal dried resources, having been caught out by a wildly early cold season. Months pass, during what turns out to be the beginning of the last ice-age. The family emerges, famished, into a landscape coming back to life: game are feeding on new shoots and massing round pooling lakes from the thaw. The fully-fasted hunters of the group, on the point of starvation, with minds and senses and strategies sharpened by b ...
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