5 Day Water Fast Log

[jakeeck]

Cliffs on what this is supposed to help with? What benefits did you find when you were looking into it? Srsly interested. Googling now.

Guy who has done it:

http://www.gq.com/life/fitness/20131...ater-fast-diet

Lots of information in this one, states that "people on a 30-day water fast only lose 1-2 lbs of muscle MAX."

http://www.gaianstudies.org/articles4.htm

More information here, some of you have used their ACV.

http://bragg.com/books/mof_excerpt.html

Good stuff here, too. “Fasting is the greatest remedy, the physician within.”–Philippus Paracelsus, M.D. (1493-1541; Swiss physician and alchemist. . .considered one of the three Fathers of Western Medicine)

http://simonehappiness.wordpress.com...water-fasting/

[jakeeck]

Don't give up hope even if water fast doesn't work. You should see an ENT specialist after your fast for sinusitis. There are drugs and minor surgeries available to treat chronic sinusitis/ DNS. Chronic sinusitis can explain half the problems on your list including fatigue, redness, headaches.

Get a few basic tests like hemoglobin levels. Increase water and fiber intake for constipation, supplement with isabgol husk or some mild laxatives. Look into meditation. Maybe you are already doing all this but just in case you weren't.

Also curious to see if swollen sinuses can affect facial appearence so post face pics too no homo

I've gotten nasal steroids for my sinusitis, and use a neti pot regularly. It helps but not 100%. I can actually feel my sinuses pulsating and feel pressure building up (maxillary sinuses). I've kept tabs on what I do before I get that sensation that might trigger it. It seems to happen mostly after meals. That led me to finding a bunch of articles on how diet is linked to sinusitis, and then I eventually came upon the idea of water fasting from that.

Face pic has been taken for tonight.

I actually have a picture of myself with swollen sinuses and then one where it's better(but not 100%), if you'd like to see.

[mmaoz]

Lots of information in this one, states that "people on a 30-day water fast only lose 1-2 lbs of muscle MAX."

Any sources for that one?

[jakeeck]

Any sources for that one?

Yeah, the link right below that sentence lol.

[brahgod]

lmao at people thinking op will lose his gains in 5 days. get a ****ing grip *******s

[mmaoz]

Yeah, the link right below that sentence lol.

No sh*t... where is he getting that information from?

[jakeeck]

No sh*t... where is he getting that information from?

Haha, idk. I haven't tried but maybe if you google, how much muscle is lost during a water fast there might be something.

[Noxcho]

Have never done fasting the way you're going to OP.

But I fast in the ramaddan last summer where I didn't eat or drink from 5am till 10pm every day.

I can tell you its a spiritual kind of experience and will make you psychologically stronger.

Anyway, I have a few tips for you since I have some experience I guess.

1. Do not go to the gym. You want your body to use its energy efficiently since you're not getting any from food. Lifting will honestly do nothing for you.

2. Sleep a lot, take naps etcetera.

3. Don't drink distilled water, I heard there are less minerals. Try just drinking water mixed with juice from a squeezed out lemon. Lemons are good for cleansing your system and have some vitamins in it which you definitely need.

4. I would drink 1 glass of orange juice or any kind of fruit at least. You need to help your body to help you. Get what I'm saying? If your body doesn't get the vitamins it needs it won't be able to properly do its job.

Good luck

[jakeeck]

Have never done fasting the way you're going to OP.

But I fast in the ramaddan last summer where I didn't eat or drink from 5am till 10pm every day.

I can tell you its a spiritual kind of experience and will make you psychologically stronger.

Anyway, I have a few tips for you since I have some experience I guess.

1. Do not go to the gym. You want your body to use its energy efficiently since you're not getting any from food. Lifting will honestly do nothing for you.

2. Sleep a lot, take naps etcetera.

3. Don't drink distilled water, I heard there are less minerals. Try just drinking water mixed with juice from a squeezed out lemon. Lemons are good for cleansing your system and have some vitamins in it which you definitely need.

4. I would drink 1 glass of orange juice or any kind of fruit at least. You need to help your body to help you. Get what I'm saying? If your body doesn't get the vitamins it needs it won't be able to properly do its job.

Good luck

Thank you for the tips. I've been reading over the past 20 mins about incorporating lifting with a water fast. Sounds like a bad idea. However, since I still have some food in me from today, I'm going to hit a workout tomorrow. Then I'm not going to hit the gym until Monday.

I'm also going to do a true water fast and have nothing but water. I read that distilled water is better in this case because it binds to toxins better.

[tarheelsrule441]

My sister did a 10 day water fast and lost like 18lbs. Over time she gained it all back because she went right back to being a fatty, but there was definite results when she did it and she didn't seem to be too weak, nor did she die, so I guess it's all good?

I'd be interested in doing one just for the quick weight loss. The supposed health benefits sound cool too. I wonder how much weaker you will be in the gym when you are finished? I'm subbed, look forward to your results!

[VabaX]

you think this is going to FIX you problems?

all that this will do is set off alarm bells in your body and put yourself into crisis-mode and make everything worse, you fukn gumby

[Morati]

Get some minerals and vitamins inside. You'll still feel like crap because your tank is empty, but at least your body will still function for the most part. And it will prevent cramping.

[Spill512]

I'm going to do a 5-day water fast. I feel like I have a lot of small nagging health problems. I'll name a few:

Sinuses always swollen(makes my face look like ****)
Redness in eyes
Eye boogers all the time
Fatigue
Anxiety
Sometimes Depression
Random headaches
Constipation
Upset Stomach Frequently

I doubt there's a connection between these things and you going on a fast for 5 days with just water.

If anything this will probably just fuk your body up more. Common sense a human being isn't meant to starve themselves for 5 days.

[jakeeck]

My sister did a 10 day water fast and lost like 18lbs. Over time she gained it all back because she went right back to being a fatty, but there was definite results when she did it and she didn't seem to be too weak, nor did she die, so I guess it's all good?

I'd be interested in doing one just for the quick weight loss. The supposed health benefits sound cool too. I wonder how much weaker you will be in the gym when you are finished? I'm subbed, look forward to your results!

Yeah, I'm not in it for weightloss whatsoever. Only a small amount would be fat anyways.

I'll keep you updated on strength!

you think this is going to FIX you problems?

all that this will do is set off alarm bells in your body and put yourself into crisis-mode and make everything worse, you fukn gumby

I don't expect it to fix my on and off depression or anxiety, but I do believe it has the potential to fix most of the other stuff. Only one way to find out. You realize many, many people have done this before, right? You act as if I'm going to die.

Get some minerals and vitamins inside. You'll still feel like crap because your tank is empty, but at least your body will still function for the most part. And it will prevent cramping.

No vitamins, only water.

I doubt there's a connection between these things and you going on a fast for 5 days with just water.

If anything this will probably just fuk your body up more. Common sense a human being isn't meant to starve themselves for 5 days.

I'm not doing it because I think for sure it will cure all of that ****. I'm just curious as to what it can cure.

[Wcustom]

I've gotten nasal steroids for my sinusitis, and use a neti pot regularly. It helps but not 100%. I can actually feel my sinuses pulsating and feel pressure building up (maxillary sinuses). I've kept tabs on what I do before I get that sensation that might trigger it. It seems to happen mostly after meals. That led me to finding a bunch of articles on how diet is linked to sinusitis, and then I eventually came upon the idea of water fasting from that.

Face pic has been taken for tonight.

I actually have a picture of myself with swollen sinuses and then one where it's better(but not 100%), if you'd like to see.

stop the nasal steroids (srs)

they are NOT good for you in the long run and you will rebound hard

My sinuses are FCKED now from years of use, I even had surgery for a Deviated Septum but my Sinuses are always swollen now no matter what.

And all the stuff you listed, you should try Gluten Free lifestyle. Most people are allergic/sensitive to Gluten and don't even know it and have symptoms like you do, not just baaaaaaad ****s/nausea

[jakeeck]

stop the nasal steroids (srs)

they are NOT good for you in the long run and you will rebound hard

My sinuses are FCKED now from years of use, I even had surgery for a Deviated Septum but my Sinuses are always swollen now no matter what.

And all the stuff you listed, you should try Gluten Free lifestyle. Most people are allergic/sensitive to Gluten and don't even know it and have symptoms like you do, not just baaaaaaad ****s/nausea

Thanks for the heads up. I've only used about 1/3 of a prescription thus far.

I've done gluten free for 3 weeks. I admit it made me feel a bit better, but it also could have been just because I feel better in general on lower carbs. It's also unrealistic for me to live gluten free, such a hassle.

Going to bed see you guys later.

[pWally]

Lots of information in this one, states that "people on a 30-day water fast only lose 1-2 lbs of muscle MAX."

[Spill512]

I'm not doing it because I think for sure it will cure all of that ****. I'm just curious as to what it can cure.

Just be careful dude.

"The body cannot differentiate between voluntary fasting and starvation and deaths have occurred even with medically supervised fasts and near-fasts. People who survive prolonged fasts (starvation) may suffer anemia, decreased immunity, osteoporosis, kidney damage, or liver damage. Depressed gastrointestinal or digestive functions may persist for weeks or months [v]."

http://www.ncahf.org/articles/e-i/fasting.html

[SwayWay]

I might give this a shot soon too. Fasting is a great way for the body to detoxify itself and cleanse the organs etc... Look forward to seeing your progress.

[shadowevo]

Make sure to drink only distilled water. It helped greatly when I was going through the hunger pains in the first few days.

I myself completed a 21 day fast. Lost about 40 pounds and cured my fertility issues. My skin is flawless as well. A lot of crap came out of the toilet as well.

[sthetix]

I've gotten nasal steroids for my sinusitis, and use a neti pot regularly. It helps but not 100%. I can actually feel my sinuses pulsating and feel pressure building up (maxillary sinuses). I've kept tabs on what I do before I get that sensation that might trigger it. It seems to happen mostly after meals. That led me to finding a bunch of articles on how diet is linked to sinusitis, and then I eventually came upon the idea of water fasting from that.

Face pic has been taken for tonight.

I actually have a picture of myself with swollen sinuses and then one where it's better(but not 100%), if you'd like to see.

Bah I have the same exact thing when it comes to eating

I have vasomotor rhinitis

So my vascular urge system in my nose is super sensitive to certain triggers
And even the process of eating (release of. Release of certain chemicals) gives me nasal congestion

Intermittent fasting has helped a lot obviously

I also use nose sprays and take pseudoeohedrine daily


I usually don't have too many sinus symptoms anymore after I cut out most dairy

There could be so many things causing is tbh

Keep on researching

I spent hours upon hours

[confusedbrah10]

there are benefits to not drinking water? mind is seriously blown

[PotatosGonPotat]

Didn't expect a thread like this on the misc. I'm on 3rd day of water fasting and I'm going for 10 days .srs.

For people wondering benefits of water fasting:
You put your organs at rest. Basically after 24 hours your digestive track has stopped.
Brain needs glucose to function properly so after you stop eating your body uses the liver, muscle and lastly deep fat tissue.
Benefits of this is that you absence from food or any supplementation lets your body "fix" itself of any problems you have.
Eye sight improves, arthritis, ED, fatigue, depression, addiction etc.


You only get the benefit with water only so any supplement or the tiniest juice you put in your body will not have any of these benefits because your body will convert that into energy and use it instead of your organs.

[pev91]

In for interest
Good luck op, you'll probably cop flack from aesthetic-obsessed *******s but 5 days in context is nothing to be worried about bodybuilding wise

[PotatosGonPotat]

Just be careful dude.

"The body cannot differentiate between voluntary fasting and starvation and deaths have occurred even with medically supervised fasts and near-fasts. People who survive prolonged fasts (starvation) may suffer anemia, decreased immunity, osteoporosis, kidney damage, or liver damage. Depressed gastrointestinal or digestive functions may persist for weeks or months [v]."

http://www.ncahf.org/articles/e-i/fasting.html

I've done 2 water fast in the past and I've been fine. Actually I felt great afterwards more like high on adderal all the time. Then I went back to eating crap and felt like crap again

[jakeeck]

I might give this a shot soon too. Fasting is a great way for the body to detoxify itself and cleanse the organs etc... Look forward to seeing your progress.

Yes, that's why I'm doing it. Idk why I couldn't think of the words lol. I want to detoxify. Thanks

Make sure to drink only distilled water. It helped greatly when I was going through the hunger pains in the first few days.

I myself completed a 21 day fast. Lost about 40 pounds and cured my fertility issues. My skin is flawless as well. A lot of crap came out of the toilet as well.

Good to hear 21 days sounds crazy. I'm contemplating going longer, but since it's my first fast I may just stick with 5.

[jakeeck]

there are benefits to not drinking water? mind is seriously blown

Water fasting means drinking ONLY water.

Didn't expect a thread like this on the misc. I'm on 3rd day of water fasting and I'm going for 10 days .srs.

For people wondering benefits of water fasting:
You put your organs at rest. Basically after 24 hours your digestive track has stopped.
Brain needs glucose to function properly so after you stop eating your body uses the liver, muscle and lastly deep fat tissue.
Benefits of this is that you absence from food or any supplementation lets your body "fix" itself of any problems you have.
Eye sight improves, arthritis, ED, fatigue, depression, addiction etc.


You only get the benefit with water only so any supplement or the tiniest juice you put in your body will not have any of these benefits because your body will convert that into energy and use it instead of your organs.

Awesome to hear that other people here have done this. Since you've done this before, would you say 5 days is enough time?

In for interest
Good luck op, you'll probably cop flack from aesthetic-obsessed *******s but 5 days in context is nothing to be worried about bodybuilding wise

Thanks man. Yeah, I'm not worried about muscle loss.

I've done 2 water fast in the past and I've been fine. Actually I felt great afterwards more like high on adderal all the time. Then I went back to eating crap and felt like crap again

Awesome, how long were they?

Bah I have the same exact thing when it comes to eating

I have vasomotor rhinitis

So my vascular urge system in my nose is super sensitive to certain triggers
And even the process of eating (release of. Release of certain chemicals) gives me nasal congestion

Intermittent fasting has helped a lot obviously

I also use nose sprays and take pseudoeohedrine daily


I usually don't have too many sinus symptoms anymore after I cut out most dairy

There could be so many things causing is tbh

Keep on researching

I spent hours upon hours

Crazy man. I have also spent hours upon hours. There are stretches of a couple weeks to a month where my sinuses don't act up and my face looks great. When my face looks like **** from my sinuses it really pisses me off and makes me depressed because I haven't been able to pin point wtf causes it 100%. Then I go online and look at page after page. I definitely think diet is a factor. I guess I'll find out since I wont be eating food for 5 days.

[2red2care]

Yes, that's why I'm doing it. Idk why I couldn't think of the words lol. I want to detoxify. Thanks



Good to hear 21 days sounds crazy. I'm contemplating going longer, but since it's my first fast I may just stick with 5.

gl opie seriously... this is something i want to do in the future even though i have no real reason for it

-2red2care

[FearThisjake]

eye boogers are the result of allergies

and in all honestly, you'd be better off if you went 5 days of just eating non-starchy veggies

[Zackad]

No he's not, I have alibi heard of water fasting and it has benefits.

I've also heard testimonials (alibi is not the term you're looking for) about lean cuisine and it's benefits

OP, this sounds like something my mother would try, but interested in results.