Beginning Fasting (What to Expect) | Jason Fung

What to expect when you begin to fast. Dr Jason Fung reviews common side effects that may occur and what to do about it. Topics include headaches, constipation, diarrhea, heartburn and fatigue. We review simple, natural remedies. Check out my blog at / drjasonfung
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Timestamps:
0:00 Beginning Fasting - What to Expect
0:56 Headaches and Dizziness during fasting
1:33 Constipation and Diarrhea during fasting
3:28 Insomnia and trouble sleeping during fasting
4:52 Heartburn (reflux) during fasting
6:19 Changes in blood glucose during fasting
8:00 Bonus Tips for intermittent fasting
8:38 Weight loss story with intermittent fasting

[@drjasonfung]

Learn more about Fasting - Solving the Two-Compartment problem - kzbin.info/www/bejne/e4XOqI1_npiFbdk

[@rameezmehar5740]

hello Doc is it common to have itchy skin after 72hr fast? thank

[@AztecWench]

Can you address dry mouth? I was on a 30-day water fast diet and about 2.5 weeks into it, I got a severe dry mouth. Neither my GP nor ENT doctor could figure it out and my electrolyte numbers were normal.

[@sharipoy]

Please share tips for obese teens

[@mariembuenaventura1278]

Thank you doctor! I was kinda worried about bowel movements...

[@computersrepaircotesaint-l7407]

@@AztecWench Dr Fung said; if you don't feel well STOP. you shouldn't go that long without medical support

[@You2be-Sucks]

Another fasting benefit: You save MORE money.

[@jewelsoftheworld101]

Yeah, true

[@rubenarmendariz1227]

These are Facts

[@adjoviotchakpa2850]

So true

[@MrNotty06]

I don't know wat to do with all the food i have in the freezer🤗. Its unbelievable how much im saving on food.

[@JesusChristisKingandLord]

hahaha!!! TRUE!!!

[@donnaoneill900]

Had a Diabetes Education appointment, through a Community Health Centre, where the "nurse" told me these three things: 1) that intermittent fasting would make me gain weight (provided a Sumo Wrestler scenario), 2) a keto diet for patients with diabetes is very bad, 3) fasting burns muscle. I asked her if she had heard of any recent scientific studies that showed the opposite results but she had no answer. I did recommend that she google some stuff (and Dr Jason Fung) before telling a diabetes patient those sorts of things. Wish there was diabetes education that was current and not meant to stop a patient in their tracks so they won't follow any other science or advice that would benefit them. She did acknowledge that within 1 month I had lost 13 pounds and my numbers look better than a month ago but she still wouldn't agree that fasting was actually working for me. Sad state of affairs.

[@michelleduncan9965]

Denial is such a toxic & sad thing. I've heard several MDs actually ADMIT that they STRONGLY RESISTED admitting the TRUTH about the REAL CLINICAL benefits of intermittent fasting - because of how BRAINWASHED & DEEPLY INDOCTRINATED they were in medical school. Med students were, & ARE TRAINED to believe (& teach their patients) the opposite of what Dr Fung NOW KNOWS & USES TO TREAT his patients. Dr Fung admits that med school programmed him to believe the lie about metabolic syndrome & diabetes - when he describes his journey to recognizing that IF IS A HUGELY EFFECTIVE TOOL to treat & REVERSE severe metabolic syndrome & diabetes in his patients.

[@leslielucci3182]

It all comes down to money. Diabetes is a very lucrative illness for pharma and the foods that create it are a lucrative business for big agriculture and the chemical fertiliser companies.

[@michelleduncan9965]

What you said ia so true Donna!!

[@michelleduncan9965]

@@leslielucci3182 Amen Leslie ... AMEN!! Pride is also a problem for many docs... when they cannot argue with the REAL science AND the PROOF that is in the results in front of their eyes = A PATIENT WHO IS TRULY LOSING WEIGHT. They know & see it, yet their PRIDE keeps them from admitting they are wrong to keep following the "old" way of treating metabolic syndrome. I LOVE that Dr Fung just ADMITS HE WAS WRONG, then changed his mind USING CRITICAL THINKING & also CHANGED HIS PRACTICE. And now ... GOBS of patients are greatly benefiting from that ... & healing their metabolic syndrome! YAY!!

[@joycelloyd8922]

I experienced the exact same things in a diabetes management class that my insurance paid for! The nurse pushed back on everything I told her I was doing to get my eating and health under better control.

[@oldroscoe2590]

Think of hunger as your body saying eat or I'll start using this stored up fat.

[@suzannahjames526]

Gosh, there’s lots to eat here......

[@alexiabayli]

Wow that actually helped me !

[@ProclaimingJesus62]

Yeah I have a lot there for my body to eat. I try to keep that thought uppermost in my mind as I fast..I am still 'eating lol

[@nopipapadopoulou3633]

Very well said!!👍👍

[@mantuli8500]

Yes! 👌💞

[@Jimbob-zn6bl]

Just finished a 97 hours fast & feel great with my brand new immune system!!😊🤠

[@journeytoself8067]

Massive well done to you

[@fraufreundritz2212]

That's the 'New You'.

[@AnneGoggansQHHT]

I’m at 72 hours and will be there soon! 😊

[@ApotequilaPaulosini]

Impressive and motivating, job well done

[@gadphatha]

This Dr is saving life sadly the pharmaceutical industry don't want to acknowledge his contributions. We treasure him and he should be a global treasure not National treasure

[@psh3384]

At this point i think people know what real food is but tend to eat junk cause they need their dopamine hit

[@owamuhmza]

Hear hear. All in favour of declaring JF a global treasure, say “aye”

[@kenmarriott5772]

There's no money in a non-prescription cure.

[@nigistigebrezgiher8555]

Thank you v much, I am v happy for your advice it helps me a lot, and i feel v good.

[@gadphatha]

@@owamuhmza aye

[@happydays1336]

I've found something that helps insomnia: When I lie down I'll say to myself, "It's okay that you're not falling asleep because you're resting." I usually fall asleep pretty quickly after that because I'm not obsessing over not being able to sleep.

[@MarkyV83]

Loved Obesity Code. Fasting is a lifestyle, not just a quick weight loss fad.

[@drjasonfung]

Thanks!

[@butterification]

Amen 🙏🏽

[@PastleLif3]

What’s that

[@marcelarobalino1806]

its a book by this author. I listened to it on audible 👌

[@daughterofthemosthigh1103]

I have 10 days down with my 21:3 IF. Down 9.6 pounds but more importantly, to me anyway, I have had HORRIBLE perimenopausal insomnia for the ladt 3 years. For the last 6 nights I have had 7.5-9 hours of good, restorative sleep.💤 This has been a game changer for me. 95 pounds to go!

[@purplefee9210]

"Don't try to force yourself to sleep - wait till your tired and go to bed" Unfortunately this isn't accepted during staff meetings. 😁

[@texastea5686]

😅

[@beautifulbuds]

🤣🤣🤣

[@kathy8534]

Lol

[@elliotoliver8679]

At leaast on zoom you can claim your webcam broke when you turn it off

[@purplefee9210]

@@elliotoliver8679 🤣 exactly

[@carolyn9489]

I embrace the hunger as an assurance that my body is burning fat 🔥 so for me hunger is a very positive association not a all a negative. Usually I drink a bit of water and carry on with other happy thoughts.

[@boomerang6130]

I do the same thing Carol.😁👍 How long are your fasts usually?

[@carolyn9489]

@@boomerang6130 Now, I primary do one meal a day. Or some times a 20 hour "fast" and a 4 hour eating window depending on what I have going on. I don't normally do more than a 46 hour extended fast, and usually when I feel I need a bit of a reset. I like to do this with a noon hour meal on say a Wednesday and then finish with an slightly early lunch around 10 or 11 on the Friday. How do you prefer to fast?

[@boomerang6130]

@@carolyn9489 Thanks Carol for responding. I am currently doing OMAD 23:1 daily. I plan on doing an extended 48 hour fast every 2 weeks. My weight is coming off gradually and I am feeling better, so more motivation to continue.👍 Have you reached all your health / weight loss goals and are just in a maintenance phase now? I love Dr. Fung. I wish more ppl would listen to this guy.

[@carolyn9489]

@@boomerang6130 I would prefer to work off a bit more weight. It is coming off gradually.

[@boomerang6130]

@@carolyn9489 That is great Carolyn. Much success! Fasting works... 👍

[@mudamasmoscas]

One meal a day is my favourite. No hunger. Even being non fundamentalist, eating all sorts of food and doing other meals in social occasions. An active lifestyle is recommended. The more you feel good, the more you become active, the less fatigue. It's a rewarding cycle.

[@KonradvanderHorst]

I’ve been fasting 18-21 hours, 6 days a week. For just over 2 years now. Lost 100 lbs and have been able to maintain. Thanks for inspiring me Dr Fung.

[@jem30six]

do you do low carb high fat as well?

[@septemberlondon]

What do you do on the 7th day? Genuinely curious because I tried that a few years ago and it was so hard to get back on track after a day off.

[@KonradvanderHorst]

@@jem30six I always break my fast with big, raw veggie salad with No dressing. Instead mash up a whole avacado and mix it around with all the veggies. Add olives and beans for flavour and protein. Absolutely no meat or processed food. For dinner I eat whatever anyone else eats. Pasta, steak, rice, potatoes, hamburgers, etc etc. I start eating around 2 or 2:30 and stop at 6 pm. I don’t drink alcohol or soda or juice. Only water, sparkling water, coffee and tea with nothing added to it.

[@KonradvanderHorst]

@@septemberlondon I eat whatever i want on the 7th day. The key is to stop at 6 pm and no matter what start fasting again. It’s all about self control. Every time you do this you strengthen your abilities and eventually it becomes habit and you have to think about it. You will also find that you don’t gorge as much as you used to and junk food is not as exciting anymore. True freedom does not come from endless choices and doing whatever you feel in the moment. True freedom comes from minimal choices and simple living.

[@christinemcmillon1507]

Did you add exercise to loose the weight?

[@LTPottenger]

Be cautious fasting: you might heal all your diseases so fast your friends and family think you were faking!

[@TheDoulos32]

😁👍

[@estherlord6330]

😂 Right ?!!!

[@souheirmatragi9079]

😄🤦🏻‍♀️😂😂

[@detroitslight]

So true my diabetes and high blood pressure went away after 2 months. After reading obesity code. I've lost about 30 pounds.

[@TheShumoby]

@@detroitslight smart woman! 🤗

[@justsayin1643]

I find if I drink sparkling water with lots of ice and fresh lemon it really helps to stay off the hunger

[@KJSvitko]

A hot bath or shower an hour or two before going to sleep is relaxing and improves sleep.

[@rs5570]

It improves YOUR sleep. To some this is stimulating & does not help getting to sleep at all.

[@jolesliewhitten6545]

Not if you have long wet hair.

[@bhh2100]

I thought they say the exact same thing about cold showers. Anyone can make anything sound good and beneficial now a days lol

[@sharroon7574]

@@rs5570 you are correct

[@AD-nu4ef]

@@jolesliewhitten6545 I don't wash my hair every day (I do every 3-4 days), but still take a shower every night before bedtime and it improves sleep too.

[@gigir3955]

Your unbelievably amazing thank you I never thought I would ever see me at 200lbs lost 65lbs thanks to you Dr.

[@gidgetruiz9990]

Gigi r can u tell me what do u eat and how many times a day u eat please help thank you

[@gigir3955]

@@Ava-oc1dg 6 months I’m now 147.6 with following his diet/ meals thank you Dr. Jason fung !!!🥳🥳🥳🙏

[@RobCLynch]

I'll tell you what I noticed - my body-weight moving from 313 pounds to 208 pounds in ten months, following Keto, two meals per dat and fasting 19:5 Thanks to brilliant videos like these.

[@Littlemanloki]

Congratulations!

[@indiabliss]

Respect

[@silvergirl7810]

That’s awesome Robert- keep up the great success! I’m just starting 🥴

[@sacking5919]

💯 eating OMAD and on either carnivore or keto diet works like a charm. Also throw in a 72 hour fast once a month and your Golden!!

[@bluerose3371]

What I want to say is . Fasting is the most rewarding way to loose weight The benefits are unreal I am a chef surrounded by food 12 hours a day but fasting has thought me to challenge myself recognise when I am genuinely full Taught me self control Allowed me to visually see my weight loss month by month Again challenge my perceptions around food addiction Allowed me to recalibrate my body to normal function Fasting is so much more than you can ever imagine Even the professional doctors don’t fully get it Except for you ,DR. Fung My heartfelt thanks for reimagining how we can use fasting to help illuminate and eliminate the worst epidemic of the 21st century Thank you 🙏 Thank you 🙏 Fast

[@shawnahall7246]

Well a doctor is taught that’s it’s bad to fast. And eat 3 meals and snack between meals and this seems illogical to me now. And it never worked to Eat This way. Never lost. I now think you should eat when hungry and only eat snack if you just feel weak and shaking that’s all.

[@Mrs.TJTaylor]

Me too! I’d rather have one or two brilliant meals a day than be constantly snacking. It’s a truer appreciation of food. It’s dining rather than eating. My only issue is tasting. I have to taste my sauces and check for seasoning.

[@pique-nique]

@@Mrs.TJTaylor I agree with you. I discovered I can’t really cook when I’m fasting because I won’t allow myself to taste what I’m cooking or preparing. And a cook must taste.

[@maryfolks9368]

Your comment is inspiring to me. I couldn't even imagine being a chef and not eating. You're one strong human being. How did you get past tasting everything in the beginning of your fasting journey?

[@rozhang7353]

Well said

[@debracottrill7989]

Funny, a commercial for how to lower blood sugar with all the "wrong" information mainstream has touted for years like, "you'll never have to give up carbs or foods you love", yeah right. I know how to get diabetes, reversing it requires change. Thank you Dr Fung for educating and liberating us from the cul de sac of diabetes 2. I'm enjoying all your books and changing my life with joy instead of dread. Big love and respect for your honesty and education.

[@jewelsoftheworld101]

Very well said..

[@Littlemanloki]

A lot of people don’t realize that most of what pharmaceutical companies sell don’t cure much of anything, they simply “treat” symptoms. And the danger with many of their products is that they themselves also cause a host of other side effects that will in turn necessitate more drugs to treat those symptoms. While not every single illness can be cured by diet, making a transition to natural fruits, meats, and veggies in combination with intermittent fasting and a bit of exercise can reverse many ailments and ameliorate the effects of other illnesses as well. (Exercising doesn’t necessarily translate to working out heavily at the gym, a 20+ minute walk can do a lot for many people, and can be an excellent foundation that encourages people to be more physically active throughout the day)

[@carlac1955]

. I have 130 pounds to go, I'm down a dress size... and this is something I know I can do... other things, I didn't "Know" and didn't "believe".... Dr. Fung, the "Game-Changer!" I used to start my fast at 8 pm thinking I could never (ever) not eat earlier, now I get excited to start it at 6 or even 5... the other day I was yapping on the phone with a friend, and looked at the clock, it was 7, and I said Oh well, I'm not eating, and I just knew I'd be starving the next day... I didn't eat the next day until like 4 pm! I'm physically transforming, and mentally, doing something I never thought I could do.... finally.

[@AzaleaBee]

So good to hear, Carla!!! I did not know a lot of those things either. I particularly didn't realize that if I fast one day I could actually not be hungry the next day. :) Hope you are doing well.

[@zaharabardavid]

My husband and I did a water fast for 9 days and it was incredible. The hunger totally left on the 3rd day and we had so much energy. We pooped every day and even on the 10th day after not eating for 9 days.

[@just_call_me_desi]

How much water did you drink? I struggle with how much I need to drink. I heard the "drink half your weight in lbs, in oz" but I heard Dr Fung mention 2 liters a day which is under 70 oz and all week I drank 72 oz and maybe up to 80. I figured previously I drank too much following that rule I mentioned, meaning about 5 liters a day (about 175 oz). I can't find a good answer. 2 liters no matter your weight or follow the half your body weight rule?

[@kfrancis1872]

That's the scariest thing...realizing just how much waste we are storing.

[@sanchezroman8995]

@@kfrancis1872 Remember..our intestines are 20' (feet) long.. One can imagine how much waste goes down there.. All ( hopefully) disposed off during the fast..

[@kfrancis1872]

@@sanchezroman8995 Years of build up to expel in a week or so? I think that's unrealistic. My stools on dry fasts normally don't begin till day 4, and I fast regularly for the past 10 years.

[@OverlandTT]

A couple of days ago I finished my longest fast touching 45 hours! Could have gone longer but didn’t want to eat at midnight.

[@randallperry3156]

I stretch my fasts out to 60 by starting them in the evening. That way you get in a full 48 and one last night of sleeping on it before you break the next day. I did the same thing you did the first time and didn't time it right. I don't plan on going past 60. I get kinda hangry and I had a dizzy spell or 2. I'm only doing it once a month and 16:8 fasting daily. Keep up the good work!

[@boondoggle4820]

Congratulations.

[@sn5837]

congratualtions!

[@OverlandTT]

@@randallperry3156 thanks for your advice, for sure I’m going to try this longer. Have you seen any benefit with your health and well-being when doing a longer fast?

[@OverlandTT]

@Phil Jermakian Keep pushing bro, you'll get there... If you need a chat feel free to message any of my videos and maybe we can catch up on IG messaging.

[@robles100]

That's how much we love Dr Jason Fung ❤

[@kathys5176]

GR, he's amazing, I'm telling everyone I know about him.

[@robles100]

@@kathys5176 He really is. Him and Dr. Sten Ekberg my two favorite people here on KZbin.

[@cocosunflower598]

Thank you !!!. Today I’am beginning my water fast journey and sharing with KZbin. Wish me luck guys⭐️

[@barbarawarren9443]

Melissa's before and after photos are amazing - they look like a mom and daughter - not the same person.

[@jewelsoftheworld101]

exactly..

[@vplan]

I like her before pictures better :)

[@Hat65]

@@vplan 👎

[@elliotoliver8679]

they used different lighting, a common scam trick. Not saying this is a scam but best to use same lighting to avoid suspicion

[@Salamander407]

The man, the legend, you know when cardiologists recommend this guy, he's got clout.

[@suejeanheinz6809]

You won me as a fan with two words: "pickle juice". I'm currently in the middle of a 40-day fast and your videos and the interview you did with Dr. Mercola have really helped me to understand what my body is going through. I've also ordered your book and I'm looking forward to reading it. Thanks for all that you did to support actual health. You're a "rare breed" as a doctor advocating life w/o pharma madness.

[@wemuk5170]

Are you sure? Dr Mercola is a conspiracy theorist who sells all sorts of quack stuff, whereas Dr Fung is different. Dr Fung is truly a diabetes consultant.

[@christinahagan1427]

Not only do I appreciate and love this doctor my 6 yr old son wants to be a doctor just like him!!!! He is a great example to people of all ages! 2 months and 26 pounds down not so bad fasting!!!! :)

[@wandaarnt234]

Cheers to your Son....

[@azharsulehri4559]

Wt u eat in your eating window...?

[@elliotoliver8679]

must be smart, when I was six I wanted to be a bus driver

[@tmc1373]

@@elliotoliver8679 LOLOL!!!!!!!

[@sylvainster30]

I just hope people realize how lucky we are to have you Dr Fung in our lives! 🙏⛑🥇🏆❤️

[@harryviking6347]

When fasting, I always use some pink Himalayan salt in my water. Headaches? never!

[@TheRomanoLV]

I've lost about 30 kg (66 lbs) using keto and fasting, and if I can recommend anything, is to cut out the diet soda from the diet. It really ended up stalling my progress some times due to the fact that the sugar substitutes were still messing with my insulin. After I cut it out, everything started getting better. I'd also like to thank you, Dr. Fung, I feel confident in saying that watching your talks has impacted my life in one of the best ways possible.

[@gloriasaliba3395]

Thank you for that - I’m trying to change my Diet Coke habit

[@r.m5883]

@@gloriasaliba3395try san pelligrink

[@crldnlc]

Constant research about fasting and water is exactly what I did when I started in 2017,,, fasting is the holy grail

[@nadiah3605]

These are motivational videos. Very addictive. Does not derail the fasting. Everytime, i have second thought or a hunger wave, i watch your videos. Information and humor.

[@edmnyc5840]

Yes! I do the same thing. Really helps power through longer fasts.

[@c_farther5208]

No man has changed my life for the better than Dr. Fung! Such a fan and feel great.

[@joannaweir9787]

Same here, C_Farther.

[@foodhead25lovefood99]

Today is Sunday 7th March ,2021 - Thanks man, my blood sugars have down down to mostly 6 or 7 in a month. Keep up the great work. One hospital told me to get off Dr. Jason Fung Fasting, and stay on there way. I refused. On this Thursday gone the hospital refused to have anything to do with me, cause I refused to do they way. Guess they want to keep my diabetes 2 going- my goal is to lower on my insulin. Thanks for saving me and others.

[@rndoune]

Find a PCP that understands the principles of fasting and avoid going to the hospital when necessary. Careful taking insulin and fasting without supervision.

[@foodhead25lovefood99]

@@rndoune WHAT A PCP - I live in Toronto, Canada- we are in our 3rd lockdown cause of the virus. Thanks for your help.

[@rndoune]

@@foodhead25lovefood99 sorry, primary care physician

[@foodhead25lovefood99]

@@rndoune Thanks and enjoy the rest of the week and weekend.

[@debrahurtado5491]

Before and AFTER photos are so important!!!

[@rainicascadia5514]

And measurements! I would think nothing was happening yet I was losing inches while not losing weight.

[@whateversclever7087]

Agree! My losses were seen from my back pictures. I was getting discouraged because I wasn't seeing much change in the mirror but looking at the pictures was so So different! I looked like a different person. It totally turned a discouraged frame of mind and flipped it to being totally motivated. Take The Pictures!! They don't need to be posted. Such a helpful tool!

[@ProclaimingJesus62]

@@whateversclever7087 thanks for the tip will do I'm in the discouraged stage

[@Agyotis]

His Voice is everthing, I was feeling unwell but watching him made me well,Back to my OMAD.

[@jewelsoftheworld101]

Happy to read this.

[@prettyheart7353]

This video was short, and SUPER informative!!!! Nobody WANTS to take medicine for the rest of their life when they can reverse diseases with fasting. God bless you Jason.

[@ordinaryvalley]

Just finished a 36 hr fast, i feel amazing 😊

[@loriwesney9373]

My blood sugar has gone from 227 to 100 in 21 days thanks to low carb alternate day fasting ❤

[@karenjoybongaos2146]

How did you do it? 116 pre diabwtic here..Im working from Mon to Friday 7am to 4pm Philippine time.

[@loriwesney9373]

@@karenjoybongaos2146 Keto. And my fiance and I fast 34 hours Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays 😊 We also cut out all fast food, bread, pasta, white flour, and potatoes. My sugar has been 80-90 the last couple of weeks.

[@prayfortheworld7960]

@@karenjoybongaos2146 Cut all rice,pasta,breads,sugary drink and processed food and do IF Keto you will sure felt better.My BS from 9.2 to 4.1 in two weeks

[@savjivanipatil3481]

@@loriwesney9373 here also same, I took medicine 8 years it was warst time, now I free from medicine last4 years, I chenged my life stile, food habits, I reduced my wegit,

[@savjivanipatil3481]

@@msmontana1961 cut carbs try to redus it

[@susanagalleguillos8184]

Water with ACV is excellent for me no heartburn whatsoever!,

[@lialiu1086]

Dr. Fung, I wish I’ve heard about you and your treatment plan two years ago. My brother died of complications as result of diabetes at age 37. I believe had he tried your treatment plan, he might still be here today. Thank you for all your work and effort to saving lives!

[@michd5471]

Condolences

[@reye3971]

Dr Fung I just started fasting I’m type2 diabetic this is my first week I don’t get anymore nerve attack all over my body thank you I see you here in utube u are god send god bless n stay safe sir

[@pamelaharris1520]

Thank you Dr Fung for this information I was diagnosed a few months ago with type 2 diabetes and was put on medication. You are a life saver!

[@juanitafrias7276]

Dr Fung Keeps getting YOUNGER

[@jewelsoftheworld101]

Oh, definitely, he is.

[@lissy3350]

The world needs more doctors like you ♥️

[@tmc1373]

Watch Dr. Jamanadas' Fasting for Survival" he is truly amazing!!

[@clickbait3120]

I would like to share something about insomnia here. I have not been able to have a sound sleep for almost a year. Have been taking OTC's daily for it. Since I started fasting about a month ago, I have been sleeping fine. Don't need anything for my insomnia. This alone is the most important reason for me to continue fasting as a life style. I also noticed clarity of mind and all good things after I started fasting. The first week was really tough but now I like doing it. Thank you for the tips!

[@t-rozbenouameur5304]

Reverse effect for me. I get bad insomnia during extended fasts

[@Tootsie55]

Same here I’m two weeks into fasting. I’m sleeping so much better.

[@adolfizan3115]

What are OTCs?

[@courtneybrekke7663]

@@adolfizan3115 over the counter medications

[@wemuk5170]

@@t-rozbenouameur5304 Poor you. Everyone has a different body. If yours won’t let you have more than 24-hr fast, you could stay with OMAD & that truly works for improving health/weight loss if done every day, long term. Good luck.

[@katieb1932]

Your humbleness is what gives you such credibility and impact on people’s lives...much appreciated!!

[@sheilaminkin9092]

Attractive character

[@Mikeonmicrocaps]

Dr Fung is a voice of reason and hope in a health eco system that has gone awry. Pardon the pun :)

[@boondoggle4820]

I also stay busy during a fast by drinking coffee or water, working on my computer, or listening to podcasts or music or by watching videos. This is especially important when my energy is up at night on the days when I don’t eat dinner. That brings me to my next point which is that those 36-40 hour fasts really kick stubborn weight in the backside. There’s something powerful about going an entire day without eating so that you’re 24 hours into your fast by dinner time, and then fasting overnight and not eating until breakfast or lunch the next day (what’s funny is that I’m usually less hungry in the morning than I was when I went to sleep). That will break any plateau and start to burn stubborn body fat that’s been there your entire life. I now do a 40 hour fast at least once or twice a week.

[@MsTumz473]

That’s amazing 💕

[@RV-there-Yet]

Hello~ I'm curious if you use any bone broth or collagen etc in coffee, or just stick to water & black coffee? I do realize bodies react differently =) Thanks, in advance~ Samantha in AZ

[@boondoggle4820]

@@RV-there-Yet No problem! I generally use a tablespoon of heavy cream or just drink black coffee. I’ve experimented with sea salt in black coffee and it was better than I expected, so that may be a good way to go for some people!

[@lifesart1.]

@@boondoggle4820 thank you for sharing your fasting experience. I also use pink salt in black coffee. Can you please share your fasting schedule for a week. Thanks. 😊💖

[@tbluemel]

Nothing can stop someone with a burning desire and the self-discipline to stick with their plan. Really proud of you and thanks for your inspiration!

[@selopibani3220]

Thank you for your work Dr Fung. I’m Indigenous Australian and diabetes is a huge problem in our communities. I so wish your message could reach all my Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander brothers and sisters.

[@careydepass130]

Same problem with Indigenous communities in Canada.

[@luddity]

@@careydepass130 Put them on a pickled herring diet.

[@donnaaston1795]

Hi Selopi I'm Indigenous Australian too and been interested in this wonderful Doctor. I've learnt so much from him.

[@sweettoothmarie7304]

Share his videos with people in your community

[@prawnmikus]

I live in Canada now but remember even in the mid-late 80s when I lived in Arnhem Land the locals were starting to fatten up. Alcohol and a diet unfamiliar to bodies having adapted to the land for tens of thousands of years was taking its toll. I can only imagine things are much worse these days.

[@YeshuaIsTheMostHigh]

I always wondered why I got heartburn when fasting, but its true that lemon juice and even a shot of pickle juice helps a lot.

[@elenatramsti5176]

I love fasting. I've been at it for about a week. I am now up to a 22-hour fast every day. I feel great and I am conquering my food demons and losing weight. At first I had a lot of trouble sleeping but last night I slept 9 hours. I feel light headed in the mornings but drink coffee and an electrolyte capsule or some celtic sea salt water. Fasting is a regimen I feel I can continue and my sugar addiction has diminished substantially. Only after my one meal do I want something sweet and then it is satisfied very easily. I no longer get hungry late at night and eating at night used to be a real problem. Thank you Dr. Fung. Your videos have changed my life.

[@melocoton7]

I've read that the initial headaches are a symptom of sugar withdrawal. It happened to me too, additionally I had horrible moods and was hangry for a few days. The body is desperate for carbs/sugar and goes into panic mode. Once you're more fat adapted this stops. So fight through it. It will go away.

[@shawnahall7246]

I get shaky and week that’s more my problem. And this happens when I don’t eat enough breakfast. But what I learned is because we eat lost of sugar/ carbs that this is really the problem

[@anuradhaaryal4571]

what do u mean by fat adapted? same problem here plz suggest

[@lissy3350]

Try eating more salt. This also stops sugar cravings

[@sumimuse]

That is true. I experienced shakiness and a few headaches when I cut out sugar and snack foods. Your body is so used to getting that rush of carbs and sugar, that it goes through withdrawals when it's not getting it at intervals. After a few days, you actually don't crave sweets and empty calories, at least in my experience.

[@elliotoliver8679]

Bit like when I gave up smoking, took a lot of attempts but now def' smoke free

[@macsmiffy2197]

I started today. I intended to do 18/6, but was so busy I ended up only eating once. I’m surprised at how easy it is. 👍

[@jellymedina]

i've done 36 hr several times and it wasn't bad at all! Planning on doing it once per week. I could have gone longer but I didn't want to. I felt better on the second day then i did the first.

[@grassrunner7983]

Melissa is right about waiting for the hunger to pass.

[@rachelportus1500]

I started IF from 168. Then gradually stretched to 20:4. Now I try to do the OMAD twice a week. For 6 weeks, I lost 6 kg, from size 12 to 10. Thanks to Dr Fung for his practical advice.

[@janetaylor4946]

After 18 days of intermittently fasting; I was dizzy for the first time today. I had a dentist’s appointment at noon, when I usually eat at 1 p.m. I drank some salty water which made it better, but finally decided to eat. Laying down getting teeth cleaned seemed like I would be too stressed on an empty stomach so I ate! Am grateful for the idea of fasting; have always yo-yo dieted the same 5 lbs. am making fasting without breakfast a new way of life! Thank you.

[@100Aurangzeb]

Ramadan is approaching and this Month of Fasting few of my non Muslim friends fast and some of them for the whole Month. Try and you will love it.

[@lolamyers7129]

Alternate day fasting. I feel great and have energy and im not putting myself through long periods of not eating.

[@loriwesney9373]

I've been alternate day fasting for three weeks, and I feel amazing! 9 pounds down, 30 to go!

[@kaykash971]

I love ADF..

[@ellibrofelizyyothehappyboo7205]

@@kaykash971 me too🧡🧡🧡

[@MountainsnVallies]

I’m wondering if I should try this instead of OMAD without eating in between. So if you eat Monday your eating 3 meals and then nothing till Wednesday morning? I just have a hard time with breakfast.

[@lolamyers7129]

@@MountainsnVallies Well yes, though I chose not to eat breakfast.

[@LeoVocalMusicCovers]

Thanks very much, Dr. Fung, for your pearls of wisdom and expertise on this fascinating lifestyle. Disclaimer: I am not a doctor, so do your own research. I think my experiences of fasting are very helpful and relevant because of my years of daily and multi-day fasting lifestyle. So on a daily basis, I only eat in a 2-hour window, 6pm - 8pm, for the remaining 22 hours I consume 3 to 4 cups of good quality ground black coffee, and as much carbonated water as I please. On my periodic multi-day fasts, (my longest being 23 days in September 2019) I always begin my day with a half teaspoon of Himalayan pink salt in my first litre of water for the essential mineral consumption. Also, I always begin my multi-day fasts with a saltwater flush. Makes perfect sense if you think about it, but again, do your own research. Fasting is primarily a mental exercise, so prepare your mind and body prior to your fast. Good luck - Over and out

[@helenhigginbotham2413]

This doctor can help you. I am a retired nurse and have learned all this information over the years Thanks dr fung

[@aprilek6003]

just love these short videos Dr. Fung. Thanks for all you do. So many have improved their health because of you

[@beckyhobson3283]

Dr. Fung, thank you so much for loading all these videos!!! Needed some refreshers to get back on the wagon.

[@sumimuse]

My opinion is the reason why people worry about being hungry when contemplating fasting, is because we as a society are not used to going "hungry". We have so much in snacks (chips, cookies, cakes, crackers, etc...), that we don't really experience hunger the way it is meant to be. Hunger is a trigger for our bodies, and most of society today continually snack and don't experience true hunger. That is my opinion and experience doing the intermittent fasting.

[@timwebber8630]

Thank you, Jason Fung! Your insight and generosity comes at a time when the world desperately needs this information.

[@Melacinno]

I’ve only recently discovered you, and you’ve already drastically changed my mindset and life. Thank you as always for this very useful information.

[@TammyG1205]

Thanks for your weekly videos!

[@tbluemel]

I am so glad I found you, Dr. Fung! Waiting for my book to be delivered!

[@blackwater4707]

These are great. It's always good to hear the basics again.

[@hesedjackd.alvarez2452]

Thanks a lot, Dr. Jason Fung! You're saving a lot of people!

[@tommymonroe8706]

Absolutely great information! Thank you, Jason Fung MD!

[@MrLeebooher]

Absolutely love this guy ! Jason my friend you literally saved my life bud ! Information

[@marciaskidmore304]

I actually have been fasting for quite a while, read the book, watch the pod casts/research but I really learned some things with this video that I hadn't thought about. Thank you. Each pod cast seems to put more of the puzzle pieces into place. Better understanding means better results. Thank you.

[@sweetcheeks5775]

One tip that helps is getting out in the sun. I fasted for 2 weeks and long walks in the sun helped so much.

[@lucindanewcomb8769]

Great, thank you. Great quick primer/review to help me get back into it.

[@paulamartin9618]

Thank you, Dr. Fung! ❤️❤️

[@muneezali4719]

Thank you Dr Jason, it’s very hard for me to do 10 hours fast due to my head injury, as soon as my stomach empty, my migraine triggers. But I am following one tip low carbs and no snacks. I started in slow way and I am already seeing difference in my weight

[@pasionariaflaming3002]

Thank you for the great tips, Dr. Fung! You are doing an incredible job to keep people healhty.

[@Yararar]

I have so much love and respect for this man, thankyou for all the information you give 🙏

[@wingwong2569]

Thank you Dr. Fung !

[@normalopez2856]

Thank you Dr for your all your hard work giving us these videos with so much helpful tips/info

[@AnaCatarina1964]

Absolutely am a Dr. Fung fan!! Thank you so much!

[@loarmesl69]

👌🏼 Thank you so much Dr. Fung. God bless you and your family! 🙏🏼

[@PortCanon]

Really appreciate all the consistent hard work you put into educating people. I’m now120 pounds healthier since low carb & IF.

[@josephinedeck9821]

Very clear advice & tips. Some I had forgotten. So thanks Jason

[@dmmosher]

God bless you, Dr. Fung!

[@FatherOfTheParty]

Can confirm pickle juice being amazing after 5-6 days of a water fast. If you're short of salt you'll find it's the most delicious beverage you've ever had.

[@frankynodots]

Thanks Doc. More outstanding information.

[@biancanash9478]

Dr Fung i will forever speak so highly of you to everyone i come across i have referred 1,000 of people to you (KZbin) . Thank you for all you have done to inform me and millions of others. A true life saver you are .

[@adamclancy8706]

Great info as always!

[@susanjacobs6461]

Jason Fung is saving our lives!!!!

[@karnnailsingh1765]

Just completed my first 24hrs fast thanks for all your tips Dr Fung

[@susanfanning9480]

Congratulations. That's what I'm doing next.

[@lgra0817]

I Love Dr. Fung , so smart. Thanks sir

[@johannesriggelsen9982]

the fasting master! thanks!

[@positivelybeautiful1]

Dr. Fung, thank you for educating us. You have true compassion, especially for the caring of us strangers. You presents facts, and it’s good to see more and more holistic and wise doctors coming out, and show us the proper way. My brother tried and quit, because he said it was “hard.” I will forward this video to him. Hopefully, he will find the will and the way to do it. If not, I fear his type I will turn into type II Diabetes. Sadly, we lost our oldest brother at 53 to DM. Ironically, in high school he was a cross country runner. Also, he was a Veteran, enlisted both in the Navy, than in his mid 30’s into the Army. He managed to survived through 2 types of military Bootcamps. But, in the end, he did not know how to manage his health issues. It creeped up on him, until he lost the will to change.

[@sjcolemanmed4891]

Ramadan Mubarak from Atlanta! Awesome commentary! 30 days of fasting Sun up to Sun down. Outside of Ramadan, Muslims are encouraged to fast 2x a week, 6 days for shawal, fast every other day (the fast of Prophet David..peace be upon him) etc. The above-mentioned are optional fasts for Muslims. My children have all been fasting since the ages of 7.

[@mg3675]

Children shouldn't fast nor is it the sunnah.

[@Ndnative3431]

God bless Dr. Jason Fung. ❤️

[@sajitdaniel]

I was weighing 120 Kgs in September 2019. Today I weigh 73 Kgs. From 7.5 Hb2a1c I reached 5 Hb2a1c. All this thanks to the first video of Dr. FUNG i came across in 2019.. I fast 20 hours a day. Eat a variety of food in my one meal, including sweet fruits. No junk or processed food at all. Am a Vegan so no non-veg or dairy for me too. Thanks Doc.

[@claraselim416]

How was your starting journey? What will you advise?