The Proven Benefits of Prolonged Fasting: 7 Critical Things You Need to Know

[@angelximara6566]

My mother always told us that it was necessary to rest the stomach and give it a break regularly. She always said to not let anything control you including food. She was all about discipline and self control, rules I live by to this day.

[@cruzcruz9657]

My mom put us all together onece a week,morning 2 onzes,of othmeal,in water,give us water only,noon we eat beans and rice,I stil giving thanks tod God for my mother,im 71 and very healty😃🙏😻💞❤💪

[@greggallo4988]

My mother is the opposite. She is freaking out just because I am fasting for a week for Holy Week before Easter.

[@OutsideSound]

God bless your mother most women now days don’t know what discipline is much less practice it

[@markiemark3003]

Mom❤

[@Heartfeltpsalms120]

🌺You have a blessed Wise Mother 💝

[@vict0ree]

4 months ago i was a mess. Obese,inflamed, depressed, chronic pain, hbp, pre-diabetic. Already down 65lbs, no more meds. ive never felt this good in over 20 years. IM NEVER HUNGRY. Thank you Dr Berg.

[@janetlarue1231]

This is so inspiring! Thank you for sharing your journey!

[@lulumoon6942]

So happy for you! Thanks for sharing!

[@ambrosia1917]

congrats! what was the change in your A1c?

[@vict0ree]

@@ambrosia1917 almost whole %. From around 6.2% average to last time I checked it was 5.3. I stopped even checking a few weeks ago.

[@4406bbldb]

You are doing a good job. Your story is same as mine, my Dr. doesn’t like me not taking my pills, now I don’t need them.

[@CancerTherapy]

Very clear, exactly why I did it and my stage four cancer disappeared. Today still Cancer 🦀 FREE.

[@experimenthealthyketo83]

👏👏👏👏

[@priscillalopez9297]

Wow, that is great news. I struggling with it. Glucose levels drop. Thank you for more motivation.

[@afisher5247]

You are an inspiration Guy!

[@viktoriyannmcclain]

OMG!! Congratulations!!

[@lisah5784]

Awesome 😃❤

[@alfs268]

I wanted to do a 3 day water fast, between day 2 and 3 felt very weak despite taking electrolytes, but the 2nd half of day 3 got a burst of energy and now on my 4th day! Edit: did 5 days.

[@cintiaenis]

what do you think where your benefits? (what changed in your body?)

[@alfs268]

@@cintiaenis I had abdominal pain on and off for 2 years. Gone. Maybe GI needed time off to heal? Vision improved. Didn't expect that. Down from 69 kg to 64 kg, but 2 kg came back almost right away. The nice part- it's the stubborn belly fat that goes away first. Skin is drier. The attitude towards food changed In a way that I realized if I could do 5 days without food, I can easily say no to a snack, and I don't want to waste the benefits, so I eat healthier. I was doing it to reset the immune system. Edit: after intermittent fasting I stopped having headaches from red wine, which I was happy about:), but after prolonged fast - do not enjoy alcohol at all.

[@mysa.relind977]

​@@alfs268That alcohol part is wild 😃❤ Thank you for sharing your experience.🎉

[@lmyers9999]

Same thing always happens to me and I know now to expect it and just take it easy on the 3rd day and when I get that burst of energy I know that the days after that are so easy.

[@The4ArchAngels]

Hi! May ask if it’s okay to drink black coffee or hot water with ginger and lemon?

[@idunno8606]

I’m approaching the 110 hour fast mark and can’t believe I have no hunger and feel great . My family thinks I’m mad and about to drop dead . But this is fascinating how good I feel . I normally have a sweet tooth but have zero cravings . I feel empowered

[@vandang129]

Whenever I fast, my wife thinks the same way! She drinks I'm gonna drop dead or pass out on the road while driving to and from work... it's so effing annoying trying to explain fasting to someone that's stuck with her old teachings and refuse to be open to different ideas

[@a.f.stanescu5496]

@kathrynhogan3387 I wish I can at least do a 3 days fast but 60 hrs was all I can because I felt horrible and blood sugar dropped to 54 and I am not a diabetic or pre diabetic. Felt great 1 st and second day even better but not the morning of 3 rd day. Just wondering what is that about I have read so many comments that says they can do much longer fasting. 🤷‍♀️

[@maras507]

Keep it up. Those that don’t, want or are unable to fast won’t understand. You have to experience fasting to understand it. I’m on day 2 of my 10 day green juice cleanse and I feel great & feel no hunger. I actually cooked several foods yesterday for my family and wasn’t tempted to eat anything. It’s amazing how The Lord helped me to overcome. My fast involves food not being my God amongst so many other strongholds I will over come! In Jesus holy name! I’m also setting an example for my kids. I praise God for all the supernatural strength he is giving me. I slept like a baby and feel so energized. I’m drinking herbal tea (leaves not tea bags) water and green juice. Ingredients are ginger, parsley, cucumber, mint, green apple, celery and lemon. 🙏🏽🙌 this will be part of my lifestyle not a fad. I have also been going to the gym and doing cardio only … no weights! Happy Sabbath my beautiful people. Health is Wealth!! Glory be to God!! 🙏🏽🙌👏 Keep up the good work! You got this!!

[@fabianfarias3635]

That’s amazing to hear. Any new changes in the past 4 months? How often are you doing extended fasts!

[@pedro888mendes]

@kathrynhogan3387day 15?? Is that 15 days without eating?

[@filippians413]

It makes sense why your appetite is suppressed when you're ill. Your body is just trying to heal itself! Its amazing.

[@talentlessproductions819]

I thought you still should eat tho?

[@mohe81]

​@@talentlessproductions819Assuming you have no eating disorder: If you have no appetite: Dont eat.

[@thebiasedkpoper]

Whoa 😮 i never even considered that!

[@Anotherdaynparadise]

@@talentlessproductions819 yes but only the right things at the right portions

[@Anotherdaynparadise]

Your body is always healing itself whether you eat or not.

[@DeborahCorona]

I recently fasted for 5 days, I prayed, studied the Bible and listened to sermons. God delivered me from vaping and drinking!!! Will be starting another fast for deliverance in other areas! I trust and believe God will deliver me 💯❤️🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@sevenwashington1460]

AWSOME

[@brownpsy496]

The power of prayer is amazing-----it's the connection to God the mighty miracle source---ask and you shall receive---abide in me and I will abide in you. The Bible is full of God's promises to us. STAY CONNECTED TO THE WORD OF GOD FOR A SUCCESSFUL LIFE ----a drug free life. You're amazing because He's amazing.

[@Beogorn]

Thanks for sharing. God bless your journey 🙌🏻

[@DeborahCorona]

@ the ONLY God 💯💯💯💯💯💯

[@bethannhunt4695]

The God of Abraham, Issac, and Jacob. The I Am.

[@harleensingh7983]

First time fasting, I’m on day 5. I was pre diabetic and I literally have felt my eyesight clear up.

[@faustinaninsala2394]

I also started fasting for 2 days today we have a long way to go 🥰

[@cajunfire6290]

So you went 5 days without food?

[@TheZakkmylde]

@@cajunfire6290 I just did 42 hours no food. 5 days seems a bit extreme. Hats off to ya 💪🏻

[@patrekkk]

@@TheZakkmylde u got this bro ive been fasting for the past 3 days already

[@TheEllaTB]

Wow! I need to do this!

[@LuxuryLeet]

I want to personally thank you Dr. Eric Berg. I took a leap of faith back in 2019 by fasting and went from 350 to 180. BEST DECISION OF MY LIFE. I still fast to this this day! on & off

[@Drberg]

Good job. Keep up the good work. Would you like to share your Keto/ IF success story on my website? I'd be happy to see your story there. Feel free to upload your story here: www.drberg.com/add-client-success-story

[@viper_assassink5585]

how long did you fast for and how long did it take to drop the weight?

[@LuxuryLeet]

@viper_assassink5585 well it depends how much you weigh. If you were severely overweight like I was it might take you 3 weeks to a month to notice your clothes fit bigger

[@unsheepled]

Does the on/ off mean you fasted a whole 24 hours and ate the next day then fasted 24 hours etc ? I have tried every method omad , prolonged intermittent , l came off beta blocker after 12 years and dropped from 310-278 , IF l dropped to 240 and hit plateau . I also have issues with back pain (several issues) , so exercise is not always possible. I am always been tired , since first grade really . l never wanted to play , just sleep . Iron levels are upper range , thyroid ‘normal’ core body temp however is 96.5 l eat clean , except 2x a week in social settings. I have gut issues too …. At near 65 lve never experienced energy to do anything , but yet l keep trying to fix myself . Herbs and supplements have not helped either

[@rozinaelghadban8022]

Water fasting changed my life I lost 30 pounds in less than 3 months, I started with OMAD, then 1 day water fasting then now I do 3 days water fasting every month. I don’t crave sugar or bread anymore! I feel like I am in my twenties ( I am 43 right now) 😊 Thank you dr Berg

[@Bts24-M]

Do you have any lose skin?

[@rozinaelghadban8022]

@@Bts24-M nope , thankfully !

[@melzvargas2]

Fantastic! Congratulations!!! I'd like to do that monthly too.

[@rozinaelghadban8022]

@@Bts24-M I thankfully don’t! I exercise 3 to 4 days a week (heavy lifting)and massage my belly and thighs every night to help avoiding any loose skin

[@lopezdad30]

@@Bts24-M nope

[@time2see192]

Im going to try again....last time, I fasted for 5 days and it was LIFE CHANGING! I had not left the house but about 3 times in over 2 years. I IMMEDIATELY (on day 6) went on a hike with my family, after initiating it myself! Now, here I am , a few years later, no energy, ZERO motivation, rarely go outside, only on days I have to work, gym is back home to a horizontal position. ...Im going for it! Fasting and prayer, time spent in His word... maybe Ill update....God Bless You All!

[@andrewwpost]

The more you fast, the easier it gets. Also, you shouldn't do much while fasting. Light walking and light yoga is about it. I do a 12 day every year, and each year it gets easier each time.

[@JoJo-209-]

How'd it go ?

[@fabianfarias3635]

Hi! How’s it going? Have you fasted yet, hope all is well.

[@LuckyCharms777]

Hope you’re well. We need an update.

[@sunsunmoomoo9508]

@@andrewwpost excuse me, I’m on my 7 day fasting just drinking water. I’m going to break my fast by making a broth of garlic and other herbs, and will start taking vitamin for this upcoming week, week after will add boiled egg to my broth, and week after slowly introduce more solid foods. 12 days sounds amazing but this being the first time I fasted and I feel tired in the mornings. Please tell me, do you do 12 days of just water or do you also have a bit of salt water,tea/coffee, and vitamins during these days?

[@wendilayne6039]

When I started fasting it was hard because my insulin was so high, once I broke the sugar addiction it became easier. Now I'm fasting about 16 hours a day and I love it. I lost most of my body fat and the autoimmune pain and lethargy are gone. I feel healthy. Dr. Berg has great ideas! THANK YOU DR. BERG!

[@wagnerlopes5360]

For me the power of fasting comes in the third day. An amazing feeling of energy, clarity, good mood. It's magic but it's not easy to do it when you live with other people.

[@markwhite6782]

@@wagnerlopes5360 Well, I guess I'm not unique. I got my sister into fasting. I explained to her like Wendi said, "Once I broke the sugar addiction" things got much easier. I don't want to bore you but I was on a tractor plowing and only had about 2-3 minutes left and I was done but I was so weak, shaky and tired I thought I was going to pass out while driving. I honestly didn't know this was sugar withdrawals. My wife suggested it and brought me a Dr. Pepper. I drank it and felt like a million dollars within 1 minute. It was then I realized my problem. I explained to my sister the 24-36 hour time kind of sucks because your tempted to eat but once you start that third day for me it's like I'm on some sort of opiate. I'm so happy, full of energy, not hungry and feel like I can take on the world. I've never fasted past 4 days but I'm going to try it sometime. I still have no scientific explanation for that third day feeling.

[@ridgebriar17]

As I sit here listening and reading all this ... I am 32 hours into a 48 hr Fast. AND despite feeling a little hungry - I FEEL FANTASTIC. I have not done a longer, prolonged fast for several months - and I don't think it is a coincidence that I also felt run down, achy and sluggish during those months .... but right now, after 32 hours of not eating - I FEEL GREAT, Tons of Energy and Incredible Mental Focus ... and my memory is better than when I was in my 20's ..... which is just a reminder of just how beneficial NOT EATING is for our minds and bodies -and once again marvel at all the benefits of fasting.

[@gretavains8707]

Excellent. I am doing it. Fourth week. Sometimes I do struggling. But, all the positive feedback keeps me going. 🌹🇭🇲

[@gretavains8707]

Excellent 👌

[@stellajoseph2314]

Finished 36 hours of fasting. I feel awesome. I started 7 days of fasting yesterday. So far, so amazing. I am thankful for this wealth of information 🙏🏾

[@clashinkara2671]

How did you do?

[@mariammohmand5541]

Did u fast straight for 3 days with no eating at all??

[@nr1NPC]

Try 30 days of water fasting. It was the hardest thing I ever done in my life lol. I have never watched so many food videos on youtube before

[@nr1NPC]

@@mariammohmand5541 yeah thats easy

[@pickles6380]

literally me teasing myself. I only made it to 3 days lol@@nr1NPC

[@a.b.d.3974]

My body feels so much better when I don't eat. It's like my body is at peace.

[@kimyoung3484]

Yes, I agree with you 💯💯💯💯💯💯♥️

[@dom.982]

fr lol but the cravings kill me😭

[@ShaynieB]

Same!!! Thank you, Jesus!

[@Mnotho479]

@@LilithsCosmicLounge pray

[@a.b.d.3974]

@@LilithsCosmicLounge hunger usually goes away after the first 24 hours after that there is zero need to eat it's weird like a switch. If that makes any sense.

[@aadithikarnam1215]

In the Hindu tradition, there is a day fixed for fasting, every fortnight and it is called Ekadashi where you are required to fast all day and remember God . Which means, if you follow that practice, you would fast for 2 full days in a calendar month and that is very beneficial for maintaining good health 🙏

[@machine260292]

"this type of demon can only be removed through prayer and FASTING" -- Jesus Christ

[@lawdogwales5921]

Yep.

[@mariesmith504]

Amen!

[@ThatChristianFamChannel]

Amen

[@petebeat1510]

Wtf does praying have to do with anything.. delusional

[@geraldinemckeogh]

Amen bro

[@phoso1]

I was peeing 3-4 times a night and had bloated legs. Only over 48hrs into my fasting, I no longer go to pee at night and swelling in my legs have gone down 60%. You are a Godsend, thank you Dr. Berg. ❤❤

[@YagirlM]

I had this too. The constant peeing at night. I had achy joints. I did a 48 hour fast and it went. I do periodic fasting since then, and it’s never come back.

[@gabeguzman9478]

I only pee at night if I had carbs or something to drink or eat after 7

[@victorianaization]

I think when you get past the first 4 days, you're good to go. No more lightheadedness and weakness. I started my fast to kick sugar and carbs addiction, and I thought I couldn't do it by day 3, but it's getting so much easier. I can now watch others having their nice desserts without salivating. I'm in the kind of work that involves food prep, but I'm good now...day 7 and counting. Hopefully, I'll get to 21 and not go back to the sugar.

[@DolceVita]

@@victorianaization Hi, could you clarify? Did you do a 21 day food fast, or a 21 day sugar/carb fast?

[@victorianaization]

@@DolceVita Hi, I actually did a water fast only. Since I got done, no more carbs, sugar or dairy. So proud of myself so far. I also lost weight. FYI I only went to day 14. I was getting too weak because of manual work.

[@belak1551]

Fasting is literally a reset for your mind, body and soul. That’s the best definition I’ve heard on it. I remember my first three day fast totally eradicated my alcohol/weed addiction. After those three days my body had zero cravings for either one. In fact i was repulsed by the thought of either one.

[@tonyqwabe5873]

Well done, excellent determination

[@piggylivvy]

that’s amazing

[@frontoffice9114]

I need to get *there* lol!

[@Jim-br1yy]

Wow ! Impressive!

[@4vinos]

Have began my two day fasting and after 35 hours I can REALLY feel the difference. Now I know that fasting has quite a number of benefits. I used to wake up three to four times a night to pee. Now I am down to once a night. I will attempt to continue fasting for three days or perhaps longer. My eye sight has improved. This is just after 35 hours! My eye sight was blurry and grainy and now my eyesight is improving. (I am overweight). Thank you thank you doctor.

[@Drberg]

Wonderful! So glad to hear that!

[@rosemarycampbell3050]

I am a mad I what about high blood pressure,my doctor just told me I have it ,I practice ketogenic diet one meal a day, so why ...I. Am 91 and very healthy so please explain high blood pressure thank you

[@roblabow9702]

I appreciate your comment. I am going to try fasting to control my urination in the night.

[@luvb12333]

They might not be taking your BP correctly? If they are talking to you or your feet are crossed or not holding your arm up above your heart, all can throw off numbers, also water intake can be an issue , if your not drinking enough water? Sometimes people have blood pressures that are high and it's normal for them , if its been the same for years and your not having issues from it , it could be absolutely nothing.. Your 91! That's absolutely amazing and I love hearing that ! I hope you are still alive today ❤ ​@@rosemarycampbell3050

[@FocusingOnChrist]

60hrs in, I got these crazy strong heartbeats, just from walking across the room. I drank 24oz of electrolyte water and it calmed down immediately. I’m now at 70hrs and feeling fantastic. Electrolytes are so important.

[@Handle3649]

What electrolytes you drink? Is it just salt and water?

[@xKing5991x]

@@Handle3649 himilayan pink salt ideally. Hiwever, You should purchase some electrolyte powder. Usually contains sodium potassium calcium and magnesium. All essential for body function and makes prolonged fastin 10 times easier

[@davidmark9905]

Thanks for that advice.. keep going

[@FocusingOnChrist]

7 days completed and I felt great! I’ve been researching how often I can do this. Looks to be once every 3-4 months. I can’t wait to do it again!

[@FocusingOnChrist]

@@Handle3649 I used Re-lyte as well as the electrolytes Dr Berg sells. I also found I did better on days where I drank NatureCalm (magnesium citrate).

[@lovemybray00]

I lost 45 pounds from fasting because of you! I had four kids and gained a lot from binge eating also. I feel great the less food I have I notice when I eat crappy stuff or don’t fast daily I get extremely sleepy and sluggish horribly! Thank you for all your knowledge ♥️♥️♥️

[@henrywal]

5 days for me so far and only 2 lbs weight loss that I normally chalk up to water loss. I will continue for 7 days just drinking garlic water

[@belaluddinjamaluddin7621]

Pleases tell me how u do. Please clearly me ,thanks

[@nr1NPC]

@@belaluddinjamaluddin7621 Just dont eat for 1-7 days depending on how you feel, or eat one meal a day for a longer period of time. Or fast 1 time each week.

[@Blessednesting]

Did you have a fasting schedule and how long did it take you?

[@GigglesnGaggie]

@@belaluddinjamaluddin7621You can start off by fasting 24 hours, then your second fast make it 36 hours and then the next fast 48 hours. Start off slow and build up. Trying to start a 5-7 day fast on your first go round will set you up for failure. I’m now up to a 65 hour fast.

[@DebbiePeet]

Thank you so much Dr. Berg for this video. I'm doing a 20 day fast for cancer and an Auto-immune disease. It's day 3 and the hunger pains are going away. I will keep you updated on my results. I've been fasting for 3 years now for 20 hours a day, so I'm confident I can make it to a 20 day water fast only. Dr. Berg is 🌟AWESOME🌟❤

[@yardleyj9391]

I am cheering for you. You have already conquered. 💕

[@Dina-ng1gx]

Good luck! You’ve got this!

[@mk-gd1gi]

GOOD LUCK GOD BLESS

[@slice777]

Good luck ! my girlfriend is fighting her triple negative breast cancer with prolonged fasting currently on 8th day going strong

[@herstory1012]

You got this! Wishing you a speedy recovery.....you will heal yourself!

[@paris_82]

I did the prolonged fasting (I only ate on Sundays each week) for 90 days. I lost 75 pounds too.

[@Drberg]

Wow that's amazing.

[@luvb12333]

​​​@@DrbergI have a question about this comment? Is it all about what he , she, eating that one time that can keep his body healthy and going ? Because we need nutrients and if we eat one day a week how do we jam that in ? I thought about doing this i just want to make sure I do it correctly? So I get what I need. Thank you 😊

[@forsakenjones4695]

@@luvb12333 I don't know how that guy @paris can eat one day and not get sick, You were supposed to gradually eat coming off a fast . Take electrolytes when fasting And when you come off a fast eat gradually I guess everyone is different.

[@masonridgewell8063]

​​​@@luvb12333Hello I can answer you. Quick answer is yes! I am right now doing it. I did a prolonged fast 5 days in a row without eating. It was challenging the first 1/3 days. Then it was easier. I ate 1 time and now I am 24 hours without food. I only take some vitamin supplements. As Dr Eric Berg said electrolytes are important to take. I have never felt this energetic in my whole life. This is by far one of the best things I've experienced in my life. Full focus, no fatigue, no cravings, energetic. Now I realize that I relied too much on carbs and sugar and all the nonsense. Now I get to pick whenever I want to eat. It feels so great being in this space. Your body will adapt. The beginning can always be challenging. It's not the end of the world though. I am a believer of God so I personally but my faith in Him. I can assure you that fasting is a powerful tool. For me, I never doubted it was true I just never made a start until more than a week ago now. But yeah, getting sick by not eating is a myth. And I am so happy that right now I am witnessing it through my own journey of fasting. It benefits me in all aspects of life. I have the discipline to let go of bad habits (watching adult videos) or other negative stuff. Sorry if I sound too excited, but it's a life changing experience 🤭

[@BetterMondayFasting]

Amazing fasting pattern!

[@fatstorvolay2243]

Prolonged fasting has changed my life. Got me from 115kg and overweight to a stable and fit 90-95kg that I've maintained for almost 5 years. I do a prolonged fast for 40-48 hours each week, and at all other times eat what I want with x 1 cheat day a week. Pre-diabetes is gone. Liver enzymes are back to normal. Blood pressure is back to normal. Prolonged fasting is life-changing!

[@ramy2757]

If I would meet you before my mother, sister, and brother died from cancer... I will do it for them and myself now. Thanks

[@kawannamccarrell4194]

I agree! Same for me. My mom and sister

[@kvc2310]

Dr berg, I followed your advice to the letter. I started my extended fasting and dieting April 5 2021. By Dec 5 2021, I lost a total of 79 pounds. Thank you! You are truly a life saver.

[@Drberg]

Wow, that is amazing! I'd love to hear more about your story if you're willing to share! Please use this link to share your success: www.drberg.com/add-client-success-story You can add before/after photos, or do a video!

[@stephenbrooklyn7945]

I can drop a stone in 3 days fasting

[@jacchristian4132]

Whoa‼That's a lot of weight in a short amount of time. Talk about determination. 😃😲😳👋💫

[@kvc2310]

@JAC CHRISTIAN thank you! it was a nightmare. But I got through it. I'm still not where I want to be but I needed a break. I have battled with my weight my entire life and this was the first thing to work for me and worked unbelievably. Exercise is great and all but won't work if you're eating garbage. It's all about what you put in your mouth.

[@jacchristian4132]

@@kvc2310 My prayers are with you as you approach the festive holidays with food coming from everywhere. Stay vigilant because not just your physicians, but your own relatives will try to trip you up. Not on purpose, of course‼You have gone through quite alot just to make these remarkable changes. Give yourself a huge pat on th back and thx 4 sharing your journey with us.

[@bellatheb3autiful835]

Currently on day 10 of a 20 day fast, I can do it!

[@juanitahardy8583]

Amazing I cant past 48 hrs. Congratulations.

[@karenohanlon4183]

Brilliant you are going feel great .

[@MovingToDallasTexas]

What’s your progress so far?

[@bellatheb3autiful835]

@@juanitahardy8583 Thank you!

[@bellatheb3autiful835]

@@MovingToDallasTexas I lost 20 pounds, regained 8 immediately after breaking the fast (water weight), have maintained my 12 pounds of fat loss, & just began round 2 of fasting 2 days ago. This time I will be doing a 14 day hybrid fast (wet & dry). Currently on day 3 wish me luck!

[@BigMotivationDailyOfficial]

Doing OMAD and eating my meal @ 4 pm! Can’t express how amazing I feel. I’m only 24 yrs young but I recommend it to everyone. Allows the body to rest but also gives a good amount of time prior to bed to ensure the body a great nights sleep. Best of luck to everyone, all love 🙏🏽

[@Demoaccount-i2k]

Eating all calories in one sitting bit much for having good digestion i dont think body is capable of having correct digestion from start to finish if you put all of daily calories in one meal, my not feel any issues now but might lead to issues later undigested food can cause many issues . Therefore i think having 2 or 3 meals a day and eating no later than 6 is more optimal, you strongest digestion is at around12-2, therefore this should be your biggest meal, breakfast is absolutely fine if you feel you want it, if not two meals per day be better, evening time should have lighter meal other than that bed time at 10 is very important

[@w-i-s-e_a-p-p-l-e]

what are your thoughts on trying that but every 2 days?

[@MrMrPopols]

@@Demoaccount-i2k Think about how people lived 10k years ago, and you will find out that your body is just fine. Because we evolved that way, food was always scarce, so people hunted and they ate a lot in one meal. No fringe no storage, so you ate while it was still fresh cooked/caught.

[@Demoaccount-i2k]

@@MrMrPopols they also used to run bare foot and you think if they were offered nice comfy shoes they wouldn’t use them? Everything was always about evolution of things , just because they ate once a day and that is big if, we dont know how healthy they were or at what age they died, we now know eating small portions two three times a day is ideal, eat 80% full, go bed bit hungry thats it

[@paulgal]

I don’t understand how anyone can do this . If I don’t eat 3200 calories per day I lose muscle. I could never eat that much food in one sitting.

[@peninnahmokaya8436]

I did a water fast for five days last week. Morning headaches stopped, my acne began to clear, I started sleeping without waking up in the middle of the night and shed a few pounds. I thought it would be hard, but after day two, I got used to it. I'm now committing to regular fasting.

[@Drberg]

Wonderful. Glad you love doing it now. Keep up the good work!

[@Emilys-u1n]

I fasted for 17 days before, breaking it on cookies because i was out on the town with my friends (home for the holidays, i intended to do 20) and i didnt tell them. Insomnia cookies never fucking tasted SO GOOD. Anyway, im rambling (btw this was last year.) This time on day four of my 14 day fast. The goal is something called an elimination diet. I dont normally comment but felt the need to, as it's SO LITTLE KNOWN. Essentially, this is my way of finding food allergies (i didnt make up elimination diet, but i did make up this regimen from thise principles) when i break this, i will eat 3 servings of a food thats keto i love (eggs) then fast 48 more hours. If i get acne, feel brain fog, etc, ill know eggs cause brain fog and move to something else. If not, eggs will become part of what i can eat, and i wont fast. After that, ill add fish (kinds i know ill eat) meat, av, tomatoes, and lentils as my first carb because i know 100% when i eat them i feel mentally sharp Just thought id weigh in. Maybe you can see whats causing your acne. Cheers!

[@randallkeller8770]

I'm at 48 hrs in my fast and am going to push through! Thank you Dr Berg !

[@jackfordmac]

How did it go for you?

[@L8R2YA]

Not good I assume 😂

[@bradberkely7448]

I just finished a 24 day fast and it was definitely exactly what I needed to reset everything in my life. Especially eating habits

[@DanDan-vl9dd]

Hei! Im currently on my 4th day, aiming for 7 days, can you advice me on how to break my fast? Is bone broth okay?

[@bradberkely7448]

@@DanDan-vl9dd Your body will be pretty forgiving on only 7 days. But yeah. Bone broth is how I broke mine. Then some bone broth and eggs. Then adding in some bacon. then some easier to digest veggies, then some carbs. That's what I did at least. I did it a little fast one day and had some stomach cramps but other than that my refeed went well

[@glennkakely1999]

Seriously? You did not eat anything for 24 days? Can you pls tell me your fasting protocol that allowed such a prolonged fasting period? I’m intrigued as I’ve only made it to 72 hours

[@Anna-tc6rz]

​@bradberkely7448 can I ask what supplements you took? Planning a 30 day fast hopefully

[@bradberkely7448]

@@glennkakely1999 It was just plain water and then occasionally a weaker snake juice. There's some guy on youtube who has like a snake diet thing. It was just some water with a little salt, baking soda (both for sodium), some cream of tartar (potassium), and some safe for consumption epsom salt (for magnesium). I would just have it if i was feeling sluggish or after a lot of activity. but be careful. That epsom salt gave me the runs a few times during it so be close to a bathroom after consuming it. But the majority was just plain water. I wouldn't recommend anyone do it for that long. stick to like 3-5-7 days honestly.

[@amandatkids854]

I so love all the information you’re sharing about the power of prolonged fasting for cancer!!!! We tried to get our Mom to fast when she had stage four lung cancer but was very into listening to what her doctors told her instead. And it broke my heart all the sugar and terrible food they recommended. Thank you, thank you for all you teach us, share with us on this topic!

[@mylittlekittens]

Dr. Bernie Siegel wrote of his experience as an oncologist. He felt that the GOOD patients died the quickest after diagnosis. Cancer is not always curable at certain stages, but can go into remission. Cancer patients, according to him, tend to be passive and accepting of their diagnosis. Many prefer not to change, but the one's that seek alternatives tend to have a better quality of life in the end. My mom had a different cancer. She was blasted with radiation that began in the terminal stages. We watched her suffer rather than experience some comfort in her last days. It stinks, and the very last day came as a surprise.

[@Dedo70]

@@mylittlekittens I'm so sorry for the great loss of your mother. Thank you for sharing this great info with us.

[@gatopard77]

omg

[@estebancortes2848]

@@mylittlekittens I’m trying to convince my father to do prolongues fasting… he suffers from Colon cancer… doctors have told him to eat whatever he wants… I don’t know know what to do, he is in so much pain right now due to chemotherapy..

[@amandatkids854]

@@mylittlekittens it sure does stink! And my mom believed in her doctors every word so much that after fighting beyond the time she was given, she passed days after he said ‘ there’s nothing more we can do for you’ Oh the power of Believing. Hugs to you

[@barryhellmer2438]

Dear Dr Berg I have been a type two diabetic for the last 17 years after following your KZbin about being able to reverse my type two diabetes. Well it worked. I’m no longer on medicine I’ve lost 40 pounds I just had my lab results that they had that have not looked as good as when I was 1718 years old I wanted to thank you for all you’ve done for me you’ve turn my life around. I just had my doctors appointment and he was stunned. He said he’s never seen anybody in his career to do what I’ve done so thanks again.

[@LiliPatel999]

How did you do it? Is fasting multiple days safe for diabetes?

[@G_Ozare]

Good for you Barry!!!

[@velbee3267]

yea I am also curious about what advice of his that you used to achieve this. congrats btw

[@cute7g467]

Ahy

[@cute7g467]

Why is there people that say they got sick from fasting

[@jessshifman993]

This video couldn’t have come at a better time. I’m 36 hours into my 14 day fast

[@Divisiononebasketball]

I’m so curious about how much weight you gain back after a prolonged fast?

[@LunethAkumajo]

How did it go?

[@6907Matthew]

Didn’t survive?

[@lokeshkumar-dq7yl]

@@Divisiononebasketball it is not about losing weight. It is about losing toxins and bringing insulin under control. I did gain half of the lost weight within 3 days but after that it gradually dropped

[@jrjr8738]

Hi how did it go I want to fast for 5 days I only done 32 hours

[@francinethompson5225]

I'm doing a 14 day fast. I am currently on day 6. I feel amazing! I do not feel hungry. Funny thing, I like watching videos and shows of food, it helps with "cravings" lol. I have so much energy and after the 14 days, I will either do IF or OMAD, cutting down carbs and sugar as much as possible and eating healthier for sure. I am loving my results thus far.

[@mariekuijkenhistoricallyaw2598]

❤❤❤ how did it go?

[@planetguantanamo]

Thanks for the motivation. I am currently on OMAD,and will do 14 days or even 21 if I can in August to heal nerve damage and try to convince my gut to absorb vit B12 once more🙏

[@danielnewman3441]

I have not had any food in August so I'm at 55 hours typing this. Yesterday I went for a walk in a nearby park. It was amazing how I was noticing the landscape undulations which I never noticed before. No doubt brain activity and acuity are significantly advanced.

[@isaynomore1965]

I am on my 42 hours of fasting. How long do you have plan to go? Mine is 48 but I wish if I can go 72 hours

[@AUSTIN-ss2zd]

It's like a micro dose of LSD/SSRIs

[@danielnewman3441]

@@isaynomore1965 I have done the intermittent fasting for a few months and this is my first extended fast. I just had some walnuts and 2 sausage links so I made it 62. Congrats on your journey.

[@MD-ym5jm]

I want to do it but what is the procedure to start

[@webcompanion]

@@MD-ym5jm Stop eating and drink only water or similar (plain coffee, plain tea, or limited amounts of bone broth). You can also make an electrolyte drink w/o any sugar in it. Look up "ketoaide" on KZbin by Dr. Ken Berry

[@davidrobertthomas1515]

We all love you. During the last 6 months I’ve lost 42 lbs thanks to you. Your knowledge is saving countless lives across the globe. I’m no longer pre-diabetic. From listening to you I’m now ‘in control’ of my body. A million thanks from the other side of the pond, Wales, Great Britain.

[@ellanola6284]

Well done David.

[@L-h8py]

How did you lost 42lbs jn 6 mos. Would love to know

[@davidrobertthomas1515]

@@L-h8py I’m on the keto diet. In the morning I’ll go without breakfast and go for a leisurely walk approx 3 or 4 miles. Also on most evenings I’ll try my best to do the same again. I’ve been very strict with my diet no spaghetti, potatoes, rice and bread. I’ve mentioned these to you as they are the most common carbs you must go without. ( It was very difficult at first.) However to compensate I’ll fill my plate with for instance a double portion of curry to make up for the loss of not having rice. Also no alcohol and sugar is very important. Indeed I couldn’t believe how quickly I could lose weight. I have one meal per day. Prior to going on the keto diet I went to weight watchers and couldn’t lose hardly any weight at all even though I was walking many miles per day. I found this channel and the rest is history. I no longer get up in the morning feeling lethargic but excited to be facing a new day. Best wishes to you. You can do it.

[@raoSENSEI]

a BRILLIANT man. he explains difficult concepts so well. a captivating speaker. Doctor Eric Berg. A legend.

[@rhoninpowers]

THIS IS 1 IF NOT THE...BEST VIDEO ON PROLONGED FASTS I have found, as a person that fasts regularly. Thank you Dr. Berg!!!! (Currently working on 30+ day fast).

[@madolinereed8885]

On day 23 now of a water fast, hormones and depression have subside, mind has clarified, lost 11kgs... When I first started watching this channel, I felt so bad, I wanted to fast forever.

[@Tay.mel.liv.1209]

Is it not bother you at work?

[@jimcrone6307]

You live on only water for 23 days??

[@foshoo477]

@@jimcrone6307some go 90 days

[@platinumfactory]

@@jimcrone6307 if they dont mix electrolytes into the water they die

[@misscen4958]

water fasting?.. did u poop during fasting process?? i mean u only drink water tho

[@kinaklass]

Thank you Dr. Berg!! I am currently doing a 72 hour fast and. I am 59 hrs into the fast!! But after 24 hrs i began to feel a little hungry and lethargic....however I did not give in to the hunger and I"m on the other side😀. 8pm tonite my fast will be completed.,but I may go longer!! This was video needed for the push that I needed!

[@gatopard77]

get liquorice you got low blood pressure

[@redfolgers2233]

we are side by side im in my 60th hr of fasting

[@JoeJacksonsBelt]

how did u get started I? I'm trying to get started. 😩 I know there like 3 ways to fast. I want to do 72 hrs myself so is it like you just don't eat nothing for 3 days straight? But only water?0

[@sarahmwale1092]

Wow ....KinaKlass this is great👌 👏 👍 we in the same shoes,am doing a 72hrs fast,its ending at 8pm also,am not hungry anymore,just boredom will make me break it🤭😀

[@EE-hi4re]

@@JoeJacksonsBelt First cut out all snacks. Then skip breakfast. You'll be eating in a smaller window naturally this way. Once you're used to it, throw in a longer fast, such as OMAD. Vary your fasts.

[@simgiven]

I’m doing OMAD (one meal a day) 23 hour fast, results are amazing. I think I’ll stick to it for the year

[@tcyva4845]

Thats crazy 😜 how much weight did you lose in a momth?

[@nadias6435]

I did it all of 2021 and it was great. I lost all cellulite in legs and belly.

[@flaviomesquita1761]

​@@nadias6435 That's awesome. Congrats!

[@penakaivo8225]

So your one meal conaists of how mant calories?

[@veronicamercado2432]

​@@penakaivo8225same question here. I AM SKINNY, but I have cellulite and waist and tummy fat that I want to get rid of but I do not want to get skinnier.

[@CarlitaCosmetics]

I’m going to start with a 3 day fast this video is extremely helpful. I been procrastinating but I’m going to do it. I’ve been on a spiritual journey for the past couple of years and I want to start fasting for strength and guidance.

[@chia1jon]

I kid you not, been intermittent fasting for 10 days and I’m legit down a belt loop! My mom and sister were diagnosed pre-diabetic, I had symptoms like excessive thirst and frequent urination/waking up to pee EVERY night. Now those symptoms are already gone!! Thank you Dr. Berg!!

[@Darkpheria]

Fasting since 2006 and I'm 46 now and it's a staple in my life! Great info!

[@Bandanaaa45]

I’m at 165lbs Today is 1/26/23 I wanna check back in on 4/15/23 My goal weight is 145lbs Thank you dr berg, i’m doing it this year!!!!!

[@whovianforever63]

You got this

[@Beef_it_to_be_fit]

Should take you about 40-50 days if carbs are less than 20/day

[@alibrowne6374]

Good luck!

[@cam422]

How’s it going for you?

[@ni-colestandberry3177]

So how are doing

[@gioceja1992]

I’m on day 2 of my 72 hr water fasting. This is literally my first time ever. So far everything is going great. Thanks for the info. Willpower!

[@Drberg]

Fantastic! Keep it up!

[@criss8026]

Intermittent fasting is absolutely amazing! I’m starting with a daily 17 hr fasting period and have felt great, not hungry and with loads of energy and clarity of mind. Fasting is actually a relief from thinking about food.

[@Beef_it_to_be_fit]

Nothing compared to a good prolonged fast. Once you hit your first 40/hr it is AMAZING!

[@JustAnotherChannel100]

I’ve been fasting for over 10 years and my longest was 28 days. I frequently do 3-5 days. My biggest problems are after day 3 my body feels very acidic which makes my voice hoarse. I haven’t found a way to overcome that issue. Listen to your body. If you are having problems or are new to it it’s ok to break the fast and do OMAD for a few days then resume. Also you want to load up on extremely healthy and balanced food for a week before so you can store all your nutrients. Finally home made bone broth is best thing to break fast. Then a few hours later eat high quality pork and greens. Pork is my top craving during prolonged fasts. Don’t break fast with juice, rice, or fruit. Avoid carbs for a few days or else you will trigger massive cravings to binge. You’ll be so full and still want more. Doesn’t happen if you stick to broth, greens, pork. Remember to meditate and pray too. It’s a very spiritual experience. It’s a small price to pay compared to the pain Jesus experienced when he died for our sins. Jesus loves you so much!!!❤ === EDIT === I never expected my comment to get so many responses, especially about the pork and Jesus. LOL. It was easter time so I was in the mood to fast then. The reason for pork is that it’s rich in thiamine which you can deplete quickly when fasting. Pork is one of the richest sources. And perhaps Jesus never ate pork but according to his words he didn’t have a problem with us eating it. Matthew 15:11 In-Context 10 Jesus called the crowd to him and said, “Listen and understand. 11 What goes into someone's mouth does not defile them, but what comes out of their mouth, that is what defiles them.” Jesus only said not to eat animals that were strangled or sacrificed to idols. I’m not aware of any Christians who believe they must abstain from pork but if it’s an issue you can just take a supplement. And Jesus really does love you. He loves everyone.

[@justiecee]

Thank you for your tips! God bless you and your fam!❤

[@darz_k.]

Do you make your homemade bone broth from chicken carcass? Do you use a slow cooker?

[@MissIman58]

Pork is disgusting. Eating pork is like eating 💩 no thanks, ill be sticking to my chicken, cows, turkeys and any other LAWFUL meat mentioned in Leviticus 7. Theres a reason The Most High told us not to eat that. Shalam

[@greggallo4988]

God bless you. As good disciples we are to fast, pray, and give alms during Lent and after.

[@itsoracle]

28 DAYS??? bro was trying to kill himself

[@jonprue4202]

I'm on day 16 of a 21 day fast. Feeling great, I've lost 30 lbs and still hoping to lose 5 more and reach my goal weight. I'll switch over to OMAD Keto to break the fast, but the first few days will just be low sodium chicken broth, with broccoli, brussel sprouts, and a couple eggs. Swimming 3-4 hours a day definitely amped up my fast results. Thanks for all of the great videos and advice, I know there are countless others out there who have benefited greatly from you sharing your knowledge. Keep up the great work!

[@jonprue4202]

@I I Currently 420 hours.

[@jonprue4202]

@I I I started at 117.4 kgs and now I weigh 102.3. I'm doing just water, a multivitamin supplement, and several herbal supplements. I'm in China, so I can't get some products, but I have found pretty much everything I need for good bodily function while prolonged fasting.

[@jonprue4202]

@Fabiana Turco I'll give you 3 tips. First: Research and learn as much as you can about short term fasting (OMAD and Keto) as well as long term fasting and autophagy. Make sure you're taking proper vitamins and supplements during whichever fast style you choose. (Dr Berg has lots of videos about all of this) Tip 2: Commit to a goal that is reasonable for where your weight is now and where you want to be. Tip 3: Know that your subconscious is going to fight this, and make sure to stay away from temptation. And most importantly, once you break any fast, you need to be very careful about what you're eating and incorporate a comfortable level of exercise to do during and after the fast. I wish you all the energy in the world to reach your goals, you can do it!

[@L-h8py]

Did U take vitamin supplements during fasting period? Ive always been told to take supplements with food.

[@Nulimitz]

Almost finished a 86 hours fast. My third day (yesterday) iI felt the most energy. Day 2 was a bit of a struggle. I have been doing keto for several months. Didnt have any cravings. Didnt have any hunger pains. The benefits of fasting and keto are amazing. Thank you for the advice about electrolytes and salt. I will try to include more of that during my next fast. I feel amazing today.

[@mysa.relind977]

🙏 Could you clarify to me about having electrolytes along with sea salt? (Since I m not a native speaker) So did he say that we should take the salts that are already present in the electrolytes or take electrolytes + sea salt during the prolonged fasting?!

[@vegasmadness]

Thank you, Dr for yet another amazing video. I am right now into Day 3 of a 7-day extended fast and seeing this very new video from you is just absolutely awesome. It confirms everything I want to know and what I need to know right now and the fact that you have so many years and years of awesome videos here on KZbin but I can still find new and relevant content here is just incredible. Thank you and please keep doing what you do and know you are making a big difference in the lives of many.

[@jnuh7710]

I highly recommend IF for everyone. I have been doing 16/8 since March and lost 30lbs in the first 3 months. As others have mentioned, my joint and muscle pains are gone. My psoriasis has cleared up a lot as well. Green tea has helped boost weight loss, and good sleep is crucial. It has become a lifestyle for me ever since.

[@Drberg]

That's fantastic!

[@jessicamanzano2806]

Can you please explain to me the 16/8 please I heard it before but not quite clear to me

[@jnuh7710]

@@jessicamanzano2806 there are different fasting hours you can do. The 16/8 means you fast for 16 hours and then you have an 8 hour window for eating and is the most popular. During your fast, you are limited to water, black coffee or tea with no sugar/honey. Lemon water has also been known to help boost your metabolism and is nice to add during your fasting time. My personal eating window is between 11:30 am and 7:30pm. Which i found works best for me but you can choose whatever hours suit your routine and schedule. Hope this helped :)

[@tharanit4856]

@@jnuh7710 Thanks for explaining what 16/8 fasting. I guess it’s new for the west. But it’s a quite normal and “traditional Hindu fasting” among Tamils in Sri Lanka and I trust it will apply for India as well Most of the people fast for non-special days by skipping breakfast and lunch will be after 12 noon only.. We do also have fasting for 6 days continuously with a cup Thulasi leaves and pepper water per day.

[@hangingoutwithanaya9718]

@@jnuh7710 Thanks for the info Wanted to ask about lime lemon water Can mint / ginger be added to boost flavor as well? Thanks again!

[@averagemillennial]

I feel like fasting has been helping me overcome depression. Gonna try a prolonged one. Great advice here. Thank you, Dr. Berg!

[@mir3349]

"has been helping me overcome depression" 👌 Neurotransmitters....

[@jacchristian4132]

DEPRESSION⁉Yet another great reason to stay true to course. Thanks for sharing. You're the 1st one I read about that mentioned it's helping with depression and there's literally millions of comments under Dr. Berg. That tiny remark caught my undivided attention. Thankyou. 🤔🙄🤓😲🤯👋👋👋💫💥

[@TemoteControl]

When I used to fast for mental clarity and weight loss - I was always in a great mood. I’ve slipped into depression after debilitating anxiety due to inflammation from Covid + mold exposure… after 3 days of 20 hour fasts I’m ready and have started a 100+ hour fast to clean EVERYTHING in my body. I’m nervous but determines!

[@dakotahstr]

I love this guy's videos! I'm fasting, learned about autophogy and what the body does while being in it. I'm 66, 5ft7,was 165 lbs. Hated it, felt it. Back in May I really started fasting, cutting out sugar, bread. I can't tell you those combos worked. I'm down 20lbs in a month and a half and am maintaining the weight. No snacking except fat bombs. No cravings!❤❤

[@87alock]

I've been Interminnet fasting since June 1 of last year. Along with weight and bodyweight training (Full Body) 3 times a week and running 2 miles once a week I went from 235lbs to my current 190lbs

[@dr.candido4441]

Recently started going to church and something keeps bringing me back to fasting subjects. It’s in my head it’s on my thoughts

[@elizabethberry9449]

Isn't something is someone!!

[@marysomers146]

Stay in church! Wishing you good health.

[@butterflyjones5707]

Fasting will open you up to spiritual revelation. It’s good to do when praying and seeking God. Isaiah 58 it a good place to start when learning about fasting.

[@1MSally1965]

The Bible speaks of prayer and fasting throughout. I’m going to be doing a 7-10 day fast on Jan 3. Right now I fast 22 hours a day.

[@honesttruth817]

❤

[@warriorforyah777]

Just completed seven days of my three week water only fast. Fasting is most definitely a game changer!

[@seanjhenne]

Other than scientifically why did you pick to do that duration? I have tossed up doing a 7 day but discipline isnt there yet

[@warriorforyah777]

@@seanjhenne it's because I slowly kept increasing the days I fasted for, in increments. At first I struggled to fast for a day or two. With practice, prayer and discipline I made it to two weeks. After some time I prayed and the Lord put it in my heart to do the full three weeks! I usually fast for around 48hrs though, long fasts are quite uncommon. I'm sure you can make it, like any discipline it takes consistency and practice.

[@reconnectwithyou]

I just transitioned back from a 12-day fast and I wish I had watched this video months ago lol I’ve gradually increased my fast this year and found that with this last fast, I transitioned back in a way that I didn’t feel good about. My first day back, I had a light, healthy meal and later that day ended up slipping back into unhealthy snacking. I ended up with a stomach ache. My last prolonged fast of the year will be a 14-day fast for my birthday, which is also the Winter Solstice. I’m gonna watch this again to take some notes about strategies and adjustments to make for my next fast. I love all your content and how educational and holistic in nature it is. Please keep it coming despite the algorithm’s hateration lol

[@Pennyg0785]

My body is used to one meal a day (OMAD), so I just skipped that meal and waited for the next day and instead of having my regular dinner, I had some homemade bone broth that cooked in the crockpot for the 48 hours that I fasted. It worked out great. Then I just eased back into my regular routine.

[@Drberg]

That's great, Penny!

[@michelles2299]

You are damaging your body it's not great your hair will thin the you will have no energy and you will suffer from malnutrition it happened to me these videos should be banned

[@Bigjay88888]

I just did that but I drank water

[@anatta467]

great routine.

[@gloriaaguh5885]

Thanks for the tip! Could you give a recipe for your bone broth? I'd like to try it.

[@JayakrishnanNairOmana]

My respect for Dr. Berg increased ten fold from this video. It is a great teacher who can admit his own mistakes and let others learn from it.

[@stevenhaugland67]

Hello, I'm in the fourth day of my planned 7 day fast and I just noticed that the phlegm in my throat and lungs which I have been experiencing for at least a year is gone. I fasted for five days about ten days ago while constantly looking at my watch anticipating that next meal. It is different this time. Much easier. Thank you for all of your great information.

[@lhingneinem6462]

@GN28 I'm in my 3rd day too

[@Artthings125]

My 2nd 3day water fast, going on 44 hours. Much better that my first. Keep it up everyone.

[@PH_123]

Iam 60 hours in to my 5 day fast feeling great . Sugar cravings are gone . Add praying and bible reading and your body's on fire . Yahuah aka jesus bless you all.

[@DrSuvidha41]

I am from India and ever since I remember i have seen fasting around me since childhood. We have 9 days fasting called Navrati ‘s coinciding with the change of season that’s twice in year besides other important days according to Hinduism like Ekadasi , full moon etc and according to our Guru’s fasting is essence of life and spirituality. I have been fasting as a part of life since childhood and even after being a doctor since past three decades, it’s only since past few years I am actually learning in-depth wisdom regarding fasting and intermittent fasting . Thank you DOCTOR 😊🙏

[@lydialaxy4841]

Could you recommend any literature /books/websites that explain these fasting rituals of hinduism in connect with mooncycles please?

[@georgiamaguire692]

Jesus is the Way the Truth and the Life, NO MAN COMES TO THE FATHER WITHOUT HIM.

[@cynthiaweber1646]

Dr Berg: for some reason the food industry doesn't like me. We love you Dr B. We love you for your knowledge and information you give us and for sharing the truth about bad habits!!! Thank you.

[@DebraRN1195]

Lol Dr. Berg is in good company being on Big Food’s poop list , namely Drs. Berry, Westman, Fung, Mason, Bikman , etc.

[@JnIII16]

Dr. Berg...Been watching your videos and implementing your advice for almost a year now. 50 y/o male, former gym rat and was consuming all the hyped supplements. Now live on a small farm, cattle, chickens, goats, etc. We grow most of our own vegetables, process our own meat and have essentially cut all sugar out of our diets. My weight is now the same as when I was 19, bodyfat is approximately 8% (abs are visible) and feel absolutely amazing. Thank you for EVERYTHING! YOU ARE CHANGING LIVES!!!

[@raym9189]

Last week I completed a 3 day fast felt great after completion. Next week I graduate to a 5 day fast, Euphoric

[@blowera1]

Thank you Dr B. I think “breakfast” is the most important meal of the day, especially when it’s your only meal (e.g. OMAD). People just need to stop associating breakfast with a time of the day and think of it as it’s literal meaning i.e. breaking your fast or your first meal of the day (whatever time that may be). The irony is most people that bang on about how important “breakfast” is don’t usually stop consuming calories long enough to be in a fasted state so never have a fast to break lol.

[@mardrettekemp7182]

Last week, I had my A1C rechecked. I've been doing keto and intermittent fasting (no breakfast) because of what you and Dr. Ekberg say. My doctor walked in with a big grin on his face! My A1C went from 6.98 to 5.7. My oncologist, two weeks ago said that he was shocked and pleasantly surprised. I told him that I had been fasting, and he told me prolonged fasting helps the cancer die because the body, when it digests itself, gets rid of the bad cells first, whether cancer or other diseased cells. It fits in perfectly with what you guys said.

[@blackdolamusic]

Doctor I have gas and ulcer in my stomach and since I started eating at one exactly with no breakfast things are changing tnx so much ❤️

[@experimenthealthyketo83]

Super 👍 he also made great videos to help with ulcer, stomach issues & health, ect.

[@blackdolamusic]

@@experimenthealthyketo83 for sure God 🙏 is doing his work bringing this man to teach us what we don't really know about our health

[@Drberg]

You are very welcome

[@blackdolamusic]

@@Drberg God bless you doctor our prayers with you amen 🙏

[@luizaplamada7166]

I'm doing a 40-day water fast. Still got 17 days left, and all's good. I've always been into health and exercise, never ever stop. Live at your best!

[@Drberg]

Wonderful. Keep up the good work!

[@billymaepa4576]

Amazing maybe one day I will do this for from it

[@gardyloo3093]

I'm curious how it went!

[@luizaplamada7166]

@gardyloo3093 I still have 2 days left... not gonna lie, it was rough towards the end. I started taking vitamins, without them it would have been impossible to complete it. I know every person's body reacts differently, depending on how much fat one has. I didn't have much to begin with so my body started asking for nutrients. The last 15-ish days or so were the toughest. I went through extreme fatigue, dizziness, I was light-headed whenever I'd stand up too fast, normal chores because monumentally hard to achieve, overall weakness, but... that was all before I started taking the vitamins. With vitamins, I was able to function much much better. I was still tired and at times still dizzy but not even close to how I felt before taking the vitamins. I had lots of cravings, but those are more mental then anything else, I didn't feel hunger, it was just my mind playing tricks on me. Biggest pointer I got for someone who's looking at doing a long-term water fast: have your vitamins handy! I got Centrum for women (vitamins are different between men and women, can't just get something at random, since our needs differ). Those give you all the electrolytes and minerals one needs. It's the lack of electrolytes that you feel at first... sea salt and lemon in water help but nothing can help more than vitamins. One more thing I forgot to mention: your taste buds feel EVERYTHING. And not just, but mostly your taste changes, guess it makes sense since it "purifies". Every day time I taste toothpaste, I feel like: yuuuuck, this is so sweet... I can't even imagine what it will be like going back to normal food. I'm afraid for my food choices now especially since I do have (or used to have???) a sweet tooth and I love Japanese cuisine, and there are plenty of sweet-ish sauces in it. For anyone's curiosity: I desperately craved salmon sashimi and cheese in general, but specifically melted cheese on everything (I know, I know, super healthy craving there 🤣🤣🤣🤣). Let me know if you have other curiosities, I'll gladly share my journey. Just don't look at it as a pattern, everyone will react differently. Thank you🙏

[@mateuszwajcheprzeloz3737]

@@gardyloo3093 She is probably dead by now... you can't survive 40 days without food, I've never heard about anyone doing water fasting for more then 3 days, maybe in extreme situations 7, but it has to be controlled by the specialist.

[@venkateshhegde8956]

Intermittent Fasting never really worked for me. But this video changed everything and I started gradually doing Prolonged Fasting (my last one was 80 hours) since the beginning of 2023. Already down 8 kilos in less than 2 months. Thank you Dr. Berg.

[@devinkipp4344]

Agreed. Personally, I was always hungry during my fasting window and felt like I was torturing myself. Just finished my first 72 hours, and it was amazing. It's been a day, and my body still hasn't adapted to me eating again, so that's a little rough. But I lost 9 pounds in the process. Some of it will come back, but still.

[@JohnVanderbeck]

IF is really more of a maintenance thing. If you have issues you really need to correct, longer fasts are the way to go. Then drop back down to IF.

[@levisguy53]

prolly not doing it right if no results

[@Fadedfrost1]

Intermittent fasting guaranteed works, I’m sure you’re ingesting some red flag foods / drinks

[@NicolasDalby-g3g]

How often do y’all do prolonged fast. I’ve done 18:6 and 20:4 and that was easy. I’m on day two of fasting and I feel great. I was just wondering how often I can do this?

[@MrChkmnaidu]

Thank you Dr Berg. I become doctor by following your practice. I made couple of my friends diabatic free by practicing keto and intermittent fasting. By the way today is my 4th day of water fasting.. will continue for 7 days. Your guidance is only motivation to extend fasting. Thanks from India and 💕

[@Drberg]

Happy you found it useful! Be well! -Dr. Berg's support team

[@surebrualassassin5011]

@@Drberg dr berg what’s your take on drinking something like propel water during a fast since it has electrolytes and potassium? And overall is it healthy ?

[@se5594]

@@surebrualassassin5011 I'd like to know too. I do know that Redmond's has an electrolyte drink with the good salts in it

[@hardiksharma5913]

What kind of suppliments we can raje during a fast??

[@AshutoshSartape]

​@@Drberg can water fast impact on testosterone?

[@Goldenages2025]

The Bible is true, “Food is NOT your God”. Jesus fasted many times before he would venture off to talk with God. There is definitely a define significance to fasting our bodies.

[@stoner4]

Research Jesus, he never existed Rome came up with that image !! Don't believe me watch Ceasars Messiah that is the research that was done also Rabbi Singer as well.

[@Goldenages2025]

Roman Catholics hated Jesus. I wouldn’t trust anything they narrated. But Jesus is the Messiah that is truth. Best of luck to u

[@Goldenages2025]

@@stoner4 I have a Bible I don’t need any other resource

[@slightlyup3485]

The fasting in the bible was for spiritual benefit. When I fast.. I'm not doing it for my body's sake. I'm doing it because I've been led by the Holy Spirit and there is something the Lord wants to teach me or show me. However I'm by no means saying it's not a really good thing to do. The benefits are amazing both spiritually and in the body. I do it to be obedient to the Lord. I heard a saying one time about fasting and it was so good that I've never forgotten it. Fasting turns your body off and turns Gods voice up. It's easier to hear God when I fast.

[@Bibledefender4u]

Amen fasting brings you closer to the Lord..

[@FunfamilyB]

I just found out that in the kikuyu tribe of kenya where our people are from people fasted for 8 days before prayer. I have adopted fasting for the last two years and it’s very helpful. This Video is helping me to help get thro mu 48 hour fast.

[@ianorigbo7617]

The more I eat nutrient dense foods the longer I can fast. Works almost every time.

[@JCX-9]

Yes absolutely true. I hear these people who say it doesn’t matter what you eat as long as you fast. That’s the worst misconception. You need to nourish your body even more when you do fast. Junk food keeps the hunger going as your body is deprived of nutrients.

[@richardmiddleton7770]

@@JCX-9 Yes, I always start a fast with good quality protein and fat like eggs, avocado, full fat yoghurt and nuts, helps massively!

[@JCX-9]

@@richardmiddleton7770 yes good fats are great. I love eggs as they give you good basic nutrients in a nutshell. I also do Wild caught cod liver.

[@paulaconstantinescu524]

@@JCX-9 lllllllllllllll

[@oliviaromao]

If you are fasting how are you eating? Are you saying a preparation to fast?

[@2757127571]

Did a 40- day fast last autumn... still reaping some of the benefits:night vision was greatly improved, and my hearing improved some. I also have more endurance. By the end(I had only intended to go a couple of weeks, but, feeling so well just grew on me) I had lost about 25# of excess fat, skin was clearer, joint pain was gone, constant body pain was gone, and my mood was the best ever. Many other benefits... too many to list. Don't recommend if you are not first fat-adapted... used to eating keto/carnivore and have done IF before. (Or it could be rough!)

[@lengzaile6999]

What supplements have you eaten in these 40 days?

[@itzajdmting]

That's fascinating to me. I have a lot of joint pain issues, sore tendons etc, swell easy... I wonder if this would help me. Back on IF now and have eliminated wheat and dairy but maintained eggs. Going good so far, but am intrigued by longer fasts as some KZbinrs don't seem so keen on them anymore.

[@2757127571]

@@lengzaile6999 I took only Vitamins D and C.

[@2757127571]

@@itzajdmting I've noticed that longer fasts have fallen out of favor. But I am trying to take the best knowledge we have now, in terms of understanding what is going on inside is when we fast, and combine that with the age-old traditions of mankind... humans have been fasting for a long time. There's more to it than simply popular opinion. We don't simply jettison ancient wisdom... it's our responsibility to investigate what is important to our livelihood. If you've done IF, and have eliminated grains, cut way back on any other carbs first, and maybe do a "ketovore" type of regimen, combined with IF, and then start with a shorter fast: 5 days....??? Work your way up until it's comfortable and you feel like you really don't miss eating. Your body will tell you when it's time to eat again. Wish you the best! Read up Jason Fung's material!

[@Gregski3]

Have you done any emenas during fasting?

[@Ms_Seoul2023]

The best guy on the internet when it comes to life of health. I have been doing intermittent fasting for almost a year and half I’ve never looked and felt better and I have lost so much weight. Now I weigh 92 pounds. Im 5 feet tall and I no longer snack or eat breakfast. I been told I look 25 years old

[@曉p-p7t]

3:13 To eat when you are sick is to fuel your illness This is one thing I definitely agree. 10 years ago I was on camping trip and I was sick. I reject to eat for one whole day, unknowingly that fasting actually heal my illness. The next day, I was totally back in shape, miraculous 😮

[@vihta545]

I'm currently 40 hours into a fast...haven't set a goal, just going as long as I don't feel hungry :) This extra motivation comes in handy, thanks a lot!

[@markcotton3481]

You're gonna really notice the benefits. Good for you!

[@lawdogwales5921]

I'm with you. It's hour 54 for me. All of my keto flu like symptoms are diminishing. Soon I will be feeling really good, with my brain just bathing in ketones!

[@amandatkids854]

Yes, this is great 👏👏👏 do you find you are sleeping more deeply?

[@silvanaacevski]

Awesome did you feel moody/ sleepy within the first 24 hours?

[@vihta545]

@@amandatkids854 I generally don't sleep very well recently, but last night it was quite okay. I managed to sleep through almost 5 hours which actually is quite a lot for me :)

[@donaldg.freeman2804]

I'm getting a lot more good information from you than any 15 minute appointment with my GP. In the past I've been offered group meetings etc to learn more but was "too busy" to attend. Now its 15 years later. I seem to be doing pretty good now for the past week. I can do this! Thanks Dr. Berg!

[@donaldg.freeman2804]

Two months later I'm about 12 pounds lighter and my insulin resistance is gone and my average glucose is down to 107. I saw my endocrinologist last week and she looked at the charts from my glucose monitor and told me she didn't see many charts that looked as good as mine. However, she didn't do this for me. That encounter could have been along the lines of, "you have to get your eating under control and exercise more." So far, the advice given by Dr. Berg and others in his camp have helped me adopt an approach to my health that I can actually do rather than some plan of eating that doesn't work on actual humans. My PA always beams when she looks at my numbers and brushes me off when I tell her how bad I feel. I've practically been a shut-in for the last five years. I've had some bad side-effects from statins (nobody told me). I bought a $5k massage chair and replaced my new bed $3k to treat my horrible muscle cramps. I had to have a bed that would raise to help me get out of bed when my muscles locked up. It took two years for my PA to suggest to me that CoQ10 might help. It did. Then I had about a three month period where my brain stopped working and I thought I was going to have to retire from my job because I was making so many mistakes. By the time I got in to see the neuro-psychologist the symptoms left. I also had serious depression and zero libido. I haven't felt this good in a long time but I really regret the time lost.

[@Azreale]

Just finished my 168hr or 7 day fast! Feel tremendous! Every time it’s done!

[@nancysmith-baker1813]

How do you break a fast .

[@experimenthealthyketo83]

@@nancysmith-baker1813 If you search “how to break a fast” on this channel, you will find answers fast.

[@Azreale]

@@nancysmith-baker1813 ACV concoction then bone broth. Then a small avocado & tomato salad with EVOO. And 3 soft boiled eggs.

[@twopastsix]

May i ask if you drank coffee?

[@Divisiononebasketball]

How much weight did you lose and how did you keep from gaining it all back?

[@Edwardbanks1]

90 day fast. Lost almost 100lbs. Now I am 190lb at 6 feet and 1 inches. I feel like a new person just born into this world. I am in a different place mentally, truly a transformative experience.

[@arubasu6404]

Amazing! DId you eat no food for 90 days or was it intermittent fasting for 90days?

[@richardbullwood5941]

Are you actually trying to tell people that you fasted for 90 days straight? I hate to be that guy, but.......

[@jdonovan5515]

@@richardbullwood5941you’d be surprised what the body is capable of

[@paulineboucher7074]

I tried fasting and loved it - I feel better , less tired , sharp . I just completed a two week fast . It wasn’t as nearly as difficult as I thought.

[@markfox566]

good for you

[@nyujay2010]

I don't do prolonged fasting, but everything this guy says is absolutely true. I've been fasting for almost 4 months (16-17 hrs. every day, with one day at 20 hrs) and ALL of my numbers have gone down dramatically - blood pressure, sugar, cholesterol. My testosterone levels have actually increased. Of course, I've been going to the gym 5-6 days a week and lost 25 lbs in 4 months. I am never hungry and feel like a new person.

[@graciousrecovery]

I did a 4 day water fast last month it has been incredible. after 2nd day it felt so easy, mentally alert and i felt so good. now i eat only 1 meal and juice after noon, planing for a 7 day fast in 2 weeks!

[@Pratikshyamohapatra99]

Please helpsl me to my weight loss

[@BigB932]

My fasting hasn't helped with my porn addiction. Handcuffed my hands behind my back helped though. 😂

[@Metzger23]

@@BigB932 😂

[@Jonases_20]

@@BigB932can we meet hun?

[@lcsask]

I’ve been water fasting since 5 yrs now, I’ve gone 21 days, 17 days, 20 days, i did a 24 days a couple months ago, I’m on my 3rd fast for this year 2023, I’m on day 3 going for 35 days! For anyone who wants to know, the first 3 days are the hardest, after tht u don’t feel hungry. I love love love water fasting, i feel guilty when i have to eat again😆you drop pounds sooo fast! I always gain it bk when i start to eat that’s why i fast throughout the year to keep my size and my health.

[@buchibabub1189]

Thank you for the information...I am now on forth day.

[@Marina-vu2vi]

Did you lost muscle?

[@chantallvardas]

I eat mostly homemade bone broth when I come off of my extended fasts, and I have done many various fasts in my life, but three of them were 42 day water fasts. Life changing experiences indeed. I am currently doing a 14 day water fast… Chantall Lambrou Vardas (South Africa 🇿🇦)

[@mariahblessedakajesusdisci5916]

Do u take any Elektrolytes while fasting for so long?

[@chantallvardas]

@@mariahblessedakajesusdisci5916 hi, yes, absolutely, I do…

[@jonnybgood9162]

Skitterend,Dr berg is class.

[@cedreatownsel898]

Starting my 40 day fast last night at 8:35 pm. I’m scared and nervous but I’m definitely doing this!

[@ourclarioncall]

Have you done any prolonged fasting before ? What kind of fast are you doing ?

[@esicynthiajacquelineobiri3096]

You can do this, pull through till day 4 and it gets so so so much easier. Your head will find excuses to break ur fast but make sure you ignore it and stick to it

[@iputyouinmyoveni5541]

Hi when you say 40 day fast, is that nothing but water and supplements, or is it intermittent fasting for 40 days? Hope it goes well

[@busisiwemasondo7653]

Am joining u guys tomorrow 😊

[@s.fraser5221]

How is it going?

[@OnceUponLater]

I’m on my 7th annual 30+-day fast. It’s become so important to me and I really feel so many benefits. Edit: And I use electrolyte salts which make it tremendously more pleasant and overall safe for all of the normal body processes to continue. Sodium and Potassium must constantly stay balanced. This balance is thrown off quickly when fasting or stressed out due to cortisol

[@savleenkaur7160]

How u did that?

[@ttqueenie]

Do you fast 30 days straight?

[@danijelajosic4169]

I did 16 day water fasting

[@BigB932]

Do you feel any different at 28 days than 14? I know you get into a groove. I just got so bored with it.

[@OnceUponLater]

@@BigB932 yes 100%. This year I completed 34 days. I was absolutely BORED of fasting by the end of it. The meditative state and universal consciousness crap always goes out the window around the fourth week lol. But that’s when I start paying attention to signs of true hunger: discomfort in the throat, hunger pangs that aren’t triggered by anything in particular, horrible taste in mouth when drinking water even after brushing etc.

[@pynappels]

I was skeptical in the beginning, but I pushed through. A strict keto diet and intermittent fasting has changed my life. Yes, you can do it too. a few days of complaining and feeling like sh!t, but you'll feel like a million bucks when you get through it!

[@laylar45]

💯 I'm down 13lbs in 3 weeks. Currently on my 2nd 36hr fast and feel great. I started with 16- 20hr daily and now am doing ADF for the autophagy/IR benefits. My coworkers don't understand how I can not eat for 36hrs and I keep telling them I feel so good and the hunger is miniscule, if at all. I was surprised how easy it is. I'm also full keto but am allowing 1 cheat meal, not a whole day, per month. I'm loving it!

[@rodneyh1947]

@@laylar45 watch out if your immune system is low fasting can make you prone to cancer

[@LaineyBug2020]

I started with 12hr fasting and after about a month have switched to 1 meal a day. After a couple weeks I noticed a lack of motivation to eat even that. This video has helped make sense of that, and given me hope I can shift to prolonged fasting eventually!

[@cathyjohnson6733]

I have been fasting from sun down on Friday to sun down on Saturday. Sometimes I don't eat til Sunday about 10a-12n or I just drink bone broth before bed Sat. night. It is so great to get up everyday with absolutely no pain. I also sleep like a log. I have been drinking re-lyte on my fast day (electrolytes). I am a former rhumatoid person. It's not hard. It's a wonderful day of rest.

[@WSilva832]

Wish I slept so well while fasting. No such luck. Can't seem to sleep longer than 5 hours.

[@cathyjohnson6733]

@@WSilva832 When I had RA I cried much of the night due to pain. I am so thankful for sound deep sleep.

[@marthawachiuri5940]

Which supplements did you use to reversing rheumatoid arthritis?

[@cathyjohnson6733]

@@marthawachiuri5940 I used the gaps diet. I think the bone broth with whipped eggs poured in and butter and chopped garlic on top (power house bone broth soup) was a big help. I bought a cookbook for the gaps diet. I also visited a man that took one drop of my blood and magnified it. We found I had some spyrolicetts (a parasite). I took grapefruit seed extract and cat claw. This really made a big difference. Now I have found IF, fasting, and a very low carbohydrates diet works very well. I have to stick to this type of a diet or slowly symptoms start returning. I wish you the best!

[@jimmycburfield5997]

I was FAT! Obese!! I started fasting. Two 30 hour fasts per week I would feel really hungry by 19:00 hrs…..however by morning I’d feel really good! I would have more energy I think clearly I concentrate My HbA1C fell My blood pressure dropped I don’t fell a need to eat until around midday most days. I feel happier I lost weight I now fast one 30 hour fast a week and simply don’t find myself craving high sugar foods or processed foods. It seems self-sustaining. I am certainly happier for it. It’s so strange that the day after a fast I feel more ‘zingy’ more able to focus and get way more active.

[@riyanasn]

Ive directly started w 18 hr fasting...and im doing great...i feel really amazing...it also helps better discipline

[@SaeedAcronia]

Also Avicenna, whose book 'Canon of Medicine' was the standard medical textbook in Europe for 800 years, notes many benefits for fasting on many types of illnesses. It's sad to see some of the traditional healing methods have been ignored in modern times despite being highly effective.

[@brucekamps6970]

Modern medicine is barbaric.

[@baruasafi5880]

Because of Big Pharma.

[@MrInteresting1025]

Doctor Berg change my life, my changes were so vast 130+ lbs down in 10 months. I have so many people asking me for help and I have succeeded with some already. Thank you again for saving me and my family!

[@thekimberlyhunter]

Congratulations!! 👏👏❤❤❤🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@MsHannah1213]

That’s amazing!! What did you do exactly? 😊

[@sarahsitaraanandavelander9193]

Happy for those that have had lots of benefits ~ also, feeling concerned that there is not enough warning around potential negative affects ~ for example, many people have depletion issues and a long fast could potentially affect them negatively, throwing them deeper into depletion which affects people physically, mentally and emotionally ~ I know someone who went on a 21 day fast and was never the same, from then on she made poor decisions and started drinking, probably to self medicate because she felt crappy in her body due to the exacerbated depletion. Depletion can also lead to depression and mental health issues ~ this can be remedied with nutrient therapy ~ and dont rely on the blood tests, they are not an accurate measurement of what your body needs. Love Dr. Berg but need more warnings on these videos recommending extreme fasting

[@brianledezma1922]

Calorie restriction is a safer way to fast meaning, cutting out at least 20 to 40% of the calories that you would normally consume however, the only downside to that is you wouldn’t see any of the p biological processes that would normally be triggered by complete water fasting however, calorie restriction would help you maintain the fast for a lot longer without feeling negative side effects

[@sallylands5298]

Dr Berg should have his own prime time TV show. I’ve been following him for a few years now, doing keto and IF. I’m in great shape thanks to his advice and short, informative videos. No wonder the snacking industry doesn’t like him much 😉 We know a bad diet makes people fat and unhappy, that is a kind of pandemic right there… Thank you Dr Berg for helping people change the bad habits, often set in childhood when no one knew any better.

[@memejest]

KZbin is better.

[@TheSamuiman]

I remember already as a kid I refused eating when sick and feverish, as an adult realized that the body didn't ask for food, like as in "no appetite". In Christian tradition we had fasting regulations before the cold season and in spring time approach of hot season. We see same in Islam, in Hindu and in Buddhist traditions. So fasting is well known all over the planet, but it's benefits forgotten or made to vanish, which would be the worst! Thanks for the constant reminder Dr. Berg!