Fasting Guidelines: What You CAN and CANNOT Drink- Thomas DeLauer

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Fasting Guidelines: What You CAN and CANNOT Drink- Thomas DeLauer… All right, so you're trying out intermittent fasting, or maybe you're doing a prolonged fast for a little bit more of an extended time period. The fact is, you might be a little bit confused as to what's going to actually break your fast and what is not going to break your fast, particularly in the world of liquids. You see, liquids are kind of ambiguous with fasting because we automatically assume that because it's liquid, it's not food, therefore because it's not food, we have a hard time fathoming what's going to actually break our fast or not.
I wanted to clear it up. So many people ask questions, and if we actually just put it in a simple yes or no checkbox, it'll help you out. It'll help you get through your fasting period in a more effective way, but you'll still also know that things that you can implement to help you get through the day so fascinating isn't quite so difficult. Literally as we go through, I'm going to give it either a green check mark or a red X and I'm going to help you know what's going to work for you.
If you're going to have coffee, it needs to just be black. You can add some stevia to it, but do not add any sugar. Do not add anything that has a caloric value. So for the most part, creamers are a no go, sugars area no go.
Well, let's talk about bulletproof coffee for a second. This is a big one. Drum roll, what's it going to be? Here is where people really get confused, and this is a question that comes up so often. Bulletproof coffee, is it fasting safe, and it is, not fast and safe. Similar to how we talk about the creamers, bulletproof coffee is just this confusing aura in the fasting community. The reason is because so many people have touted bulletproof coffee as something that will help your fast.
They're like, "Oh, it's got MCTs, it's got coconut oil, it's got ghee in there. It's going to help you burn more fat." No, huge correction, you need to know this. Bulletproof coffee is phenomenal if you're on a keto diet. But, bulletproof coffee does not lend itself to fasting. You know how many calories are in a cup of bulletproof coffee? We're talking like 300, sometimes 400 calories. That's a lot of calories. That by no way is fasting safe unless you were doing some form of a liquid fast, which we can talk about at a different time. I've done videos on that too.
Now, when it comes down to black tea and green tea, you are good to go. So, yes on black and yes on green. Now, here's the cool thing. You guys probably know Jason Fung, right? He does a lot of KZbin videos in the world of fastening, Dr Jason Fung. He's just amazing in the world of fastening. He came out with this stuff, Pique Tea Crystals. They sent me some and I told him that I would put them in a video because these things are awesome.
Bone broth or broth in general has calories and it's a food. You want to use it to break your fast, but don't treat it as a fasting friendly liquid because it has calories. And, it has collagen which is a protein, which has a pretty good metabolic effect on the body. So, it's very good and you break your fast because it helps heal your gut lining, but you don't want it during your fast. So unfortunately, broth is a no go during the fast.
Spices and oils. The reason I put this is because people ask a lot of questions like, can I add ginger to my tea? Can I add cayenne to my ACV drink? All that. Spices, yes, you're good to go. I'm cool with that. Oils, no, don't add any oils. People want to add like peppermint oil and things like that to their coffee. Nah, you're talking calories there so avoid that. Again, I have to give it a two here.
So, Diet soda is a gray area, but if you go with one that's sweetened with stevia, monk fruit, and unfortunately as much as I hate to say it, aspartame, you're probably fine. See, aspartame technically it doesn't elicit an insulin response. As much as I hate the stuff, I'm also being honest with you guys. You're probably okay if you have a diet coke or something. So, I'm going to go ahead and I'm going to give it a green check mark, but I'm not happy about it.
I hope that this sums it up. This is a pretty clear outline of where I see questions come in all the time. You probably have some more. Feel free to put them down in the comment sections below. What I'll do is probably do a follow up video on some of the other ones that come in through the comment section.

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[@Khananyahu]

What about coconut water?

[@travisjohnson107]

Will beet juice break a fast? How can I get potassium on a prolonged fast of 48hrs or longer? Thanks.

[@haydenharley6782]

Instablaster.

[@stormillenium]

What about collagen does that break our fast?

[@aasifmohed3079]

Can I drink coffee and lemon when I am on water fasting

[@rafidelahi7751]

Black coffee: Safe Creamers: Not safe Bulletproof coffee: Not safe Black tea & Green tea: Safe Lemon juice and lime juice: Safe Broth: Not safe Diet soda: Grey area (Better avoid but safe) Apple cider vinegar: Safe Almond milk: Not safe BCAA: Not safe Pre workouts: Not safe & Safe Energy drinks: Grey area ( better drink tea) Minerals/Electrolytes: Safe Salts: safe Spice/oils: Not safe Exog Ketones: Not safe

[@kareemahmed7028]

thank you

[@kareemahmed7028]

Is it safe to eat nutritional yeast in the morning on an empty stomach?

[@jenm2809]

thank you

[@ErghePoston]

He said spices are safe

[@kamalajohnson8606]

He said spices such as ginger and cayenne pepper is safe

[@HelloWorld-iu2cd]

Jason Fung, Eric Berg, and Thomas DeLauer are the only ones I trust when it comes to Keto and Fasting. I have been following them for the past 4 years, and I have never been in better health. Lost 40 lbs, and got cured of type 2 diabetes

[@shelleylhoward]

Dr Berg said MCT in coffee was ok on a fast and he is saying no here so I'm confused now. Probably best to skip it then I guess.

[@jack5402]

You should add Dr Sten Ekberg to that list

[@dawn1913]

yes, but i also heard (don't remember which dr.) that olive oil during a fast is not only safe but aides in fasting process. Thomas did not mention Olive oil, just flavored oils. i was taking a Tb evoo in am but will stop bec not clear now......???

[@corrsage]

Yet Dr. Berg said almond milk is not going to break a fast and Thomas said it does... very confusing.

[@jack5402]

I've seen a lot of conflicting info on what breaks a fast, from only water to anything less than 50 calories. Partly because it can depend on what results you're trying to achieve.

[@charliedee9276]

Almost 59 now, I have been fasting and eating low/no carb for about 9 months now. I will do a 48 hr once a month and a 36 hr every week, OMAD in between time. My weight went from 235 to 175, blood pressure down to normal and the big one, a reduction in Triglycerides, my dad is Type 2 and I want nothing to do with that. Anyone just getting into this, it is tough at first, hunger pangs can be quite persuasive. Stick it out however and it gets much easier to continue when the results are so positive.

[@mirammckay4827]

I am 69yrs 6 months. Gained 22 kg during lockdown. Not moving, became depressed. Took antidepressants which slowed my metabolism. I started out on eating 6 oz of salmon a day and a piece of fruit. Now on day 5 , I am doing 1 day of water fasting. I am very thirsty this morning, have had 3 cups of herbal tea,I cup black coffee ( it helps ketosis). It is recommended to drink 2 to 3 litres of water a day. I plan to not eat until I feel hungry, be it tomorrow or in 3 days time. I have been sedentary too long. When loose my fat and return to 52kg or 54 kg I will be able to fit into my good clothes.

[@mirammckay4827]

Congratulations! Remember do not retire! Go part time and get some hobbies. I have deteriorated physically and mentally since I retired from work.

[@greenyzac6777]

Please when did you actually start seeing changes on the scale.

[@charliedee9276]

@@greenyzac6777 about a week

[@greenyzac6777]

@@charliedee9276 Thanks.

[@christinawoodard3754]

I had a really good experience on my 48hr fast after I saw your other video on fasting regarding women. I even lost more weight throughout the night, last night. So fun. I’m doing it again in a month.

[@wilhelmtaylor9863]

I started a 10 day fast 4 days ago - this is EXACTLY the information I was looking for. Thank you.

[@miguelmejia4656]

what were the results?

[@caronamala438]

Why?

[@suzieparis6821]

Ive only made it 50 hours once

[@wilhelmtaylor9863]

@@miguelmejia4656 → I only just now saw your response so this is a bit delayed. I was told I have Type-II. At age 71 I've known this for 10 years (since surgery to have my whole colon removed). I was at blood sugar of 180+ fasting and 412 at ½ to 1 hr after eating. My BMI was in the overweight class. A1c was 8.8 and has been as high as 14.4 2 years ago. BP was 150+/90+ (some variance) Pulse 92. Triglycerides 927. HDL 30. LDL Terrible acid reflux that prevented me from sleeping often. So I figured that drastic measures are needed. For my conditions I was taking lisinopril for BP, gemfibrozil and glemiperide for elevated triglycerides. A month ago, 4 months after start of regiment, I had a medical check up for the Type-II which the doctor calls me in for every 6 months. At that time blood was drawn. My new stats: sugar 98 that morning, Gets up to 142 at 1 hr after eating in last few weeks but comes down fairly fast, BMI 23.5, A1c 5.6, BP 112/68, pulse 69, Triglycerides 231 (needs to come down under 149), HDL 77 (should be > 39), absolutely NO acid reflux since begin of low carb diet. The results, according to the PA, are remarkable and I was able to regale her with the whole story. She said she would check into some of the statements I made such as "you can't eat too much of the good fats" and "salt is very good for you". I stopped taking all meds. I haven't even taken an ibu or aspirin for years. I have pedaling device under my desk and pedal when I'm at the PC - the Inmotion e1000. It's not as good as really cycling but I'm not able to do that for medical reasons having to do with no colon. Thanks for asking.

[@wilhelmtaylor9863]

@@caronamala438 → please see response to Miguel. I consider mine a true success story. The only problem is that I have only 2 pants left that won't fall off and my wedding band has fallen off a few times. I had been in size 38 territory and a month before I decided to do this I had purchases some shorts. Even 34s are getting loose now. The old clothes will end up at GoodWill. I never wore some of them. Another thing that sort of bothers me is that I can not hold cold things, not even a can of tomato juice. My fingers freeze too fast. I wear pot mittens to take stuff out of the freezer. Also, I've tried drinking a cocktail now and then and it gets me tipsy in a hurry. Not much fun. Back in the day I did my share of drinking so it's not as if I don't know how. I know this is not for everybody. At the beginning I told myself I would fast for 10 days or until my fasting sugar came under 100. That only took 5 days. Some of the things I enjoyed don't even interest me anymore - bread, potatoes, beer, and many carb "foods" which are really not necessary for the body. I recommend youtubing Dr. Fong, Dr. Ken Berry, and many others to get the last 15 years' of research from all over the world. These people are not selling anything, they just want to make us healthy. Be well...

[@CVo83]

What about a video on vitamins/supplements that can/cannot break a fast?

[@88happiness]

I come back to this segment over and over.

[@THELIFEOFPRICE]

Thank you for another great video!

[@ricargente]

On a regular basis, I am an OMAD guy 3 times a week but am now doing a prolonged 72-hour fast for the first time and this video really helped me get my 'fasting safe' drinks in line. Good job sir, kudos to you!

[@bmdwell3882]

What about the other 4 days?

[@oscarvillanueva7307]

@@bmdwell3882 lol u eat 🤣🤣🤣

[@ThomasDeLauerOfficial]

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[@yashtanwar7468]

can i eat a single piece of raw amla during intermittent fasting?

[@butterflyygyrlsworld5106]

Thomas DeLauer can we have protein shakes during the fast?

[@yashtanwar7468]

@@butterflyygyrlsworld5106 not at all. coz it has calories same as per gram as carbs and also gonna spike ur insulin a bit.

[@miguelmejia4656]

can lions mane break a fast?

[@ibablo]

Short answer - Your fast is broken if you ingest anything that your body is able to metabolise. It doesn't even have to be calorific.

[@mutyavalenzuela8976]

3 days on a fast and this is what I need. Thank you!

[@cocosunflower598]

Thank you !!. I’m beginning my water fasting only today and sharing with KZbin. Wish me luck guys⭐️

[@lilcmma1]

It’s crazy how I was thinking about this TODAY since I started fasting 10days ago. -ThankYouuu!!!!!!

[@rarazjewel6952]

Day 10 for me🙌🏾 5 days dry, 5 days water. 11 more to go!

[@ty-le5lv]

Y'all Savage!!

[@ciaranbyrne62]

@@rarazjewel6952 how did it go?

[@sammatthews692]

You answered all my questions. For months I thought I was fasting....but from this...I wasn't.

[@camperjack2620]

Wow got right to the point without telling us the title 15 times. Concise and quick. Thanks.

[@Saintsfanalways]

Even the big dawgs can't agree. Dr Berg says a little creamer is ok in coffee, thomas says it's not. Some say coffee itself isn't good when fasting. So hard trying something new when everyone who is suppose to be very knowledgeable on the subject is saying different things!

[@SPARTANlabs]

Can’t trust dr berg.

[@rhondahooper5643]

Keto is different than fasting.

[@rageshk1865]

Creamers have sugar and fats , and both tend to break fast

[@jordanhockenberry9208]

Well I’d listen to Thomas before I’d listen to Berg

[@kaiseri.4641]

Thomas and Dr. Berg gonna make me rich, because no more 6, 7 meals a day.

[@ThomasDeLauerOfficial]

Lol

[@missnia6971]

Yes I feel u

[@carlmia305]

​@@ThomasDeLauerOfficial hey Thomas great video I just wanted to know if MiO Energy is safe (during a fast) I think that's what you were talking about when u spoke about minerals/ electrolytes

[@daisyp8349]

following Dr Berg videos I cut off my snacks and so on so it's really good can save money and maintain a healthy life

[@wmp3346]

TRUE - spend less $

[@filipe_paixao]

15:09 Here you go Basically: 1) drink lime/limon when you wake up 2)drink black coffee or tea when you are hungry 3)eat 0,5 tea spoon of salt for day (for extended fast)

[@mizukijoalnez6507]

ACV to stsrt a day 😁

[@filipe_paixao]

@@mizukijoalnez6507 ahah almost 😂

[@love7loyalty-MHA]

Thanks so much for this. Video is too drawn out. Geezz

[@filipe_paixao]

@Jr Ramir honey definitely break a fast. AND FAST

[@filipe_paixao]

@Jr Ramir ahah, you can use on other times (like between 2 meals), since it's better than other sources of sugar. At your orders XP

[@tookymax]

This is a great channel! I learn so much and really like the way you do the description so I can read everything as well.

[@elysianlagom2113]

Such a huge relief finding out my pre workout is not breaking my fast if I get the right one. Now to take away bone broth and I’m pretty much good to go

[@13sickgirl13]

Thank you for this breakdown. I’m trying intermittent fasting for the first time and I was torn on Lemon juice & ACV.

[@bigG88]

Love Dr Fung. His book changed my life!

[@jeaninejordon9095]

Thank you! Exactly what I need to know to be a better coach for fasting clients. I am understanding the stalls now, it's the BP coffee and bone broth.

[@the_cody9720]

You probably won't see this but when he says electrolyte packets is the zero calorie propel packets good to go?

[@ijmusic1655]

Happy to hear about lemon and apple cider vinegar being safe for fasting!

[@andrewrayuga6774]

Very safe and effective. I lost 9 lbs on a 48 hour water fast.

[@JohnSmith-ox3gy]

@@andrewrayuga6774 That does not sound like a healthy amount of weight to lose. How much of that did you gain back foloowing week?

[@AryanVenkatOfficial]

Lemon water with honey is also safe ?

[@michaelfleming6581]

No sugar for fasting

[@michelemoneywell8765]

@@AryanVenkatOfficial no honey!!!

[@LEE-kq9tq]

I just broke my intermittent fast with a cup of coffee with creamer, eggs and sausage. :D I was making the mistake of drinking my coffee with creamer while I was fasting to help with hunger so I could make it to noon. I measured everything b/c I was keeping it under 50calories, but then I saw your videos and decided to just tough it out.

[@ranjanaklingelhoffer6463]

After rebounding sadly I gained back the 16kgs I lost. However after a really high BP episode where I ended up. In the Emergency room, I gave myself time to rest up and sort my head out. 4 days ago I started a 10 day fast. It’s my yearly ritual. A great way of cleaning house and getting over cravings. Back to your KZbin channel Thomas. Daily motivational talks. Thank you. This is me getting up and starting over 😀

[@shobanana1]

I started omad and I’m mixing water with lime juice and acv and salt and it tastes so good, I can’t believe I’m fasting

[@dwnwa1872]

How has that been working for you, I'm thinking about doing it Just learned about pH of water and I'm 48 hours into a fast, the brand I drink is 6pH and wanted to up that number to 7 but dont want to break a fast accidently and just not eat for the rest of the 72 hours

[@shobanana1]

@@dwnwa1872 honestly I did omad for ten days and quit. Only lost 1 pound, had a lot nausea, dizziness despite hydrating. I also think I completely shut down my metabolism. Then I quit and gained back within a day. I think I only lost water weight. But now I switched back to regular and just focused on eating more fruits and veggies. I lost the same weight again but I don’t look like a prune. I am not saying it’s bad, I just don’t think that it’s for me and I’m sharing my experience.

[@dwnwa1872]

@@shobanana1 thanks for your response it means alot I'm 58 hours into my fast, did you put a whole lime in your water or how did that work also? I have half a tsp of Himilaya salt in a gallon (drink it all day) and a squeeze some juice like maybe 6 drops into my water and even then I feel it was too much so how much were you using?

[@shobanana1]

@@dwnwa1872 I used a whole lime and 1tsp of Regular salt and 2 tsbp of acv in about 900ml of water. It was very flavorful

[@dwnwa1872]

@@shobanana1 not to rain on your parade but the way you did it seems pretty obvious, that's probably too much salt if you're using quality salt and too much lemon for the size of your water since 900ml is .9 liter. I squeezed some lemon juice into my gallon (maybe 6 to 8 drops MAX) and my gallon is 3.78 Litres. Just a possibility, do you still fast though?

[@laomoua314]

I was so curios about this. Im glad you made a video on it. Now I know. Thanks

[@Wil_Dasovich]

100

[@estaloniawilliams3633]

This was so helpful, thank you for the help🙏

[@fernandog.aguirre2791]

Thank you Thomas! Another great one!

[@WhatIsItToBurn]

Water is fine. It's a lot less complicated if you just drink water.

[@ThomasDeLauerOfficial]

Yup

[@thedon9670]

Agreed completely. That's what I do as I don't drink coffee. And it's the best drink bar none.

[@SMFizzy]

Agreed if you need something to get you going then obviously you are not fasting right and or have poor will power.

[@XENONGAMER007]

Ye but water gets boring sometimes

[@FredBTs]

Chris Maybe someone is not a masochist and enjoys a cup of joe to start the day. Would 2 cals, 0.19 carbs really have any effect?

[@pamr4094]

Thanks, Tom, doing my first water fast, I'm on day five and it was getting pretty tough, but when you said coffee, tea and lemon were ok, you made my day!! I had a weak cup of coffee and it tasted like heaven. This was perfect timing, just what I needed to hear carry on.

[@chrishayes5755]

its ok, but be aware you're breaking your fast.

[@Yosetime]

@@chrishayes5755 Ummmm...no. He said it won't break your fast. Pretty clear.

[@lorrainetaylor5894]

@@chrishayes5755 I’m hearing conflicting stuff on the back tea and coffee stuff! Some say it’s good some say it breaks your fast I’m on day 2 and dying for a black tea I don’t know what to do 😳

[@GodlessArtist]

@@lorrainetaylor5894 Have black tea, green tea, black coffee, they do NOT break fast. The video you just watched, and tons of research confirms this.

[@eight2midnight]

Wow I just would like to thank you for this video I just learned I been fasting wrong the whole time So many books and videos When I click on yours finally it makes since I appreciate you 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@tamaraadams4322]

Thank you for making it concise and comprehensive 😁

[@celimardejesus7857]

Very informative! Thank you. Love my lemon water first thing in the morning.

[@Zaphod23]

This is awesome. My green tea had turmeric and cinnamon in it. I’m guessing it’s ok then.

[@memerevalentina8231]

Thank you so much for this information. You are doing a wonderful job helping us to stay healthy.

[@lifesart1.]

Just started having Black coffee with very little sprinkle of Himalayan pink salt. It tastes good. A beginner black coffee drinker like me would adapt to it due to salt sprinkle. Its bitter taste completely changes. From sweet Latte to Black coffee, this saltsprinkle helped me alot. Thank you.

[@a.humphries8678]

What i understand from this is you can have alternative sweetener in it. Yeah!

[@NeverGiveUp-ib3xb]

Ever think of doing a podcast? Awesome vid! Thank you!!!

[@MrWeiyin5]

Awesome video, thank you! You seem to be the only one who says diet soda is OK during fasting. Everyone else on youtube/Google etc says no. I'm trying to cut down and drink water only during the fasting part but it's good to know I can drink one and still get the health benefits of the fasting.

[@keisharowland6176]

Thank you. I’m fasting so and your content helped a lot with do’s and don’t.

[@lifestationexpresslinda9425]

This was great! You answered so many questions! Thank you!

[@andrewrayuga6774]

Rise Above Hate !

[@lemonsorbet3915]

Thank you 🤗 you're one of few nutritionists I trust🌈(I'm busy studying for a bachelors and masters in nutrition)

[@camstat4067]

How is it going? Looking at the same course

[@donnarosemia9724]

I just got my bachelor's degree in nutrition :)

[@urmantaqi3253]

Sir- I am immensely grateful to you for all you do to help those of us who have great difficulty in losing weight. I started intermittent fasting on January 16. I have lost 2 lbs but I am 100 percent committed to intermittent fasting to improve my health. You have motivated me. I really admire your presenta

[@curcumin417]

How's it going?

[@rrssmooth6643]

Your info is so great. Probably all the material I didnt know.👍

[@debbieklose8776]

Excellent information that I trust and respect. Great knowledge!! Thank you 🙏

[@MariahVitoria]

I am on day 46 of a salt water fast and YES. Salt at potassium are a life saver. They have made my fast incredibly easy!

[@MihirS84]

You're saying haven't eaten anything in 46 days and you're still alive & commenting you KZbin?

[@MochaZilla]

Is that the snake diet you're on?

[@MochaZilla]

@@MihirS84 if you have enough fat, such as morbidly obese with 150lbs of fat, then yes a 46 day fast is easily accomplished ( with a strong mindset and willpower).

[@mikean7074]

Why are you doing such a long fast?

[@danfc3s]

@@mikean7074 you've got to give her some views to find out...

[@yazz8451]

Hi Tom, I love your videos, what about flavored seltzer water?

[@MKKim-io8rh]

Super helpful for someone on fasting state like me sir. Thank you so much sir

[@ahmedalfi8487]

Your video is about 5 years ago and still the best

[@howardfox8322]

Wow, I thought Bone Broth was okay. Good to know. And great educational videos. Keep up the good work.

[@ClemensAlive]

Do Thomas DLauer videos break a fast? No. Because there are no calories in there. Maybe you consume some sweet info, but the benefits are much stronger.

[@no_special_person]

Lmao I love this comment

[@texastea5686]

Yeah!!!!

[@SnowyRVulpix]

Naturally his videos are sweetened with Stevia

[@franagp73]

Hello 👋 Thank you for this information. It is extremely helpful! I had one last question regarding using ginger or fresh celery juice . Will this break your fast?

[@MsIfin]

Question: How about roasted chicory root coffee/tea replacement during a fast?

[@dianetull872]

did you get an answer to this?

[@kevinkun2052]

im on my 3rd day drinking just lemon juice because i trust what you say.

[@AhmedHan]

What about extreme low caloric greens, like parsley, mint, thyme, lettuce, purslane, cress, etc?

[@tillywilly2516]

Thank you! Very helpful info!!!

[@dubblh.2168]

Hi Thomas thanks for the videos, I been learning alot from you. I have one question, does creatine break fast?

[@jc-ev2jb]

I love your teaching man, keep it up

[@andrewrayuga6774]

Go Dawgs !

[@rombrana6311]

I would love to know more about spices

[@TheMrmason1986]

Looking at the teas now. Do you have any recommendations for mineral/electrolyte packs that won’t affect a 36hr fast? Also great videos really informative and helpful for motivation too

[@Yosetime]

Just get ones that don't have any added vitamins like Vit C (because the body sees that as food), or any added sweeteners that are not on the keto approved list. There's lots of electrolyte powders out there. The ones that are JUST electrolytes will not break your fast and will actually help you. Also, just adding some pink salt or sea salt to your liquids will help keep your electrolytes balanced. Don't be shy with the salt! But NEVER use regular table salt that is iodized. That stuff will kill you! Always a pure mineral salts like pink or sea salt. Use a grinder and you're good to go.

[@susanconstantino744]

Very informative Thomas thanks. I always follow your video

[@davidrosales2906]

Hey Thomas, i am so grateful for the content that you create,. I want to know if all the companies that you promote are able to send internationally? am from Guadalajara Mexico

[@JohnSmith-ox3gy]

Propably not because these are smaller and very niche comppanies.

[@ldhablizel2974]

Great video. I watched it while fasting & drinking black coffee.

[@ThomasDeLauerOfficial]

LD Hablizel haha! Putting it into action

[@hmry7615]

I watching while "fasting" and drinking coffee with 18% cream. Nooooooo! Whhhhhy!? Lol

[@Godfavorabletome]

me to lol

[@lucifersguide4672]

This guy is still pushing bullshit while taking HGH and clenbuterol

[@tylerdunn1943]

Same haha

[@AnyaLightHealing]

Thank you for this valuable information!

[@ahaanshukla1913]

thanks a lot for answering so many of my confusions regarding risk of breakung fast. quite valuable information

[@ishtar0077]

4:01 Oh didn't know Dr Jason Fung had tea . I would like to try it.

[@ThomasDeLauerOfficial]

ishtar0077 it’s a game changer

[@ervisivisi7880]

@@ThomasDeLauerOfficial does herb teas break autophagy,? and how much can i have every day? (i mean green tea, oregano tea, thyme tea, olive leaf tea, fresh nettle juice.. )

[@gameelsaleh665]

Thanks for the information I appreciate it.:) one thing you didn’t mention was creatine , will it breaks fast ?

[@jagsterr1]

Very helpful - thank you!

[@jefcaesar2865]

@thomasdelauer thanks so much for your videos. I have spent hours and hours and hours watching your videos and learning a lot that I share and take with me. I recently got a juicer and plan to go on an extended juice fast. A juice fast of course is still receiving calories and nutrients from the juice Minus the fiber. I am interested in this fast not only to lose weight but to cleanse my system. While on this fast I do intend to do light Pilates, abs, push-ups and a little of weights twice a week. I would like to have some muscle growth although I do not expect too much. Would drinking juice throughout the day and bone broth in the evenings/post workout be beneficial? I have not heard or seen much about people doing combination bone broth and juice fast on the Internet

[@masterchief5437]

You can be a flexible on your fast as much as you want, it depends on your Fasting Objective

[@starrystarrynight52]

Thank you. I'm on day 2 of a 4 or 5 day water fast (trying to heal from IBS). I was in the middle of drinking black coffee when I found this video. I woke up with a major cramp in my calf. So knowing I can take magnesium and potassium is great to know. I'm just sad I won't be able to drink my peppermint tea =(

[@beachluver149]

I take mag and potassium. Sometimes I still get cramps. I will then drink salt in water.

[@matthewcutler1786]

You can drink mint tea just not OIL!

[@kritikadeval]

You can add fresh peppermint leaves to your tea and then strain them out.

[@markwilkins9048]

The Pique Tea link has been compromised. It redirects to a site that sells junk,,,,everything from nail clippers to wedding dresses.

[@omarsteele]

@Thomas Delauer: Is a lemonade made of water, lemonade and stevia safe?

[@bigcasino98]

Was hilarious watching you struggle to say what you said about diet soda/aspartame. Completely get it but still funny. Thanks for the video!

[@ThomasDeLauerOfficial]

Casey Peters haha! I’m human

[@barefootbutterfly5702]

I never thought about adding salt to my black coffee. I'll have to try it.

[@andrewrayuga6774]

Yuck !

[@BellaFrice]

It helps cut the bitter flavor or plain coffee. , but not alot cuz then yes yuck. My pawpaw was in navy and thats how he still drinks his coffee now :)

[@homestylecooking6050]

Ginger, pink Himalayan salt, lemon These 3 were my biggest questions. Thanks for answering them.

[@molotopuseletso8226]

Thank you... all love from South Africa

[@rileys8741]

Pique Tea is fantastic. The owners brought samples into my work and I've been hooked since.

[@andyottito1]

Zevia has been a life-saver during my extended fasts.

[@ThomasDeLauerOfficial]

andyottito1 ditto!

[@tiagoj8020]

Yes! It's a game changer for me! They started making green tea in a can now too. It's good.

[@emily_munoz]

@@tiagoj8020 I tried one of the teas and it was delicious! I also tried one of their energy drinks but it had a funny aftertaste :/

[@kurtreznor]

Glad to see zevia mentioned in the comments. I figured the mention of stevia meant it was safe, but wanted confirmation. What about Bai drinks (i prefer the coconut flavors, if that matters). It does have some coconut water in there, but only 5 calories per serving...so?

[@turalsafaraliyev4617]

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[@Butet917]

Crystal clear! Thanks so much!

[@MarieIrelandauthor]

This is great, but the lids off the whiteboard markers are bothering me and then adding to it you are waving them around all up in the air for them to dry out. :-D LOL!!!

[@jamesmichealemeryblack6818]

Thank you Thomas for clearing up the technical aspects of Black Coffee. I understood that is was safe, but had no clue as to the Polyphenols supporting Autophagy, which is one of the main reasons I do Intermittent Fasting... of course I am saying this as I sip on my black coffee while on a 20 hour fast 😜 I “ Love “ knowing the Science... As ever... you “ Rock “ Thomas

[@ThomasDeLauerOfficial]

James Micheal Emery Black thank you my friend! And you’re very welcome!

[@jamesmichealemeryblack6818]

Thomas DeLauer you knowledge keeps me on the straight-and narrow. 🙏🏽💪🏽

[@kvltizt]

Black coffee is good for your liver and reduces inflammation.

[@carmenmachuca5267]

Hi James what is autophagy? New on this..thanks!

[@jamesmichealemeryblack6818]

carmen machuca You can search it on Thomas’s Channel, he has done videos on it before and can more accurately outline and explain what it is and its benefits. In short though, as I understand it, its where unused cells in the body are forced into death, or recycled maybe is the better word. Making way for stronger and healthier cells to proliferate...

[@ginadv5288]

Thanks for the info

[@courtneymilne7181]

I really needed to watch this because I just thought I started OMAD today but used a little heavy cream in my coffee. 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@scottnevil]

Can you add an example of a mineral/electrolyte packet to your description?

[@tacos6977]

Thank you so much! U made everything so clear, good job!

[@sandcrawlerrelics3610]

I started the 20 hour alternate day fast this week and feel great! My goal however is to loose my fat belly and be ripped, once I get to my desired leanness how can I eat on my non fasted day to increase my muscle mass? I just turned 48 and want to be in my best shape ever ..for life! Max muscle and max leanness year round? I love the way fasting feels. I am following your guidelines and watching your videos every day but sometimes the info blends to where I get confused on best moves for maximizing muscle mass and leanness at the same time.

[@jlb9133]

Thanks for the vid

[@ongobo23]

Basically anything that has calories isn't fasting safe: that means protein, sugar, or fat (add in alcohol too, as it is a caloric source).

[@olkid]

I have been intermittently fasting on a daily basis (used to do 16/8, whereas I now do OMAD - around 20-22 hours fasted everyday) for about 2 years. I used to drink black coffee while fasting as 1) I love coffee and 2) it's a powerful combo when combined with the intrinsic mental clarity and efficiency that fasting enables. However, after watching Dr Rhonda Patrick on the Joe Rogan Podcast where she explained that anything other than water starts the timer so to speak on the digestive enzymes that work within the body, I opted for water only. It makes sense when you consider that coffee obviously has to be processed and broken down in some way for the polyphenols to aid in autophagy etc. I'm unsure if this has any impact on the effectiveness of fasting but just thought that it is worth noting. I would be interested to hear your thoughts Thomas. Either way, fasting is an incredibly powerful tool that has truly changed my life. Happy fasting everyone x

[@bobbysweeney5377]

He never comments on Dr. Patrick's work.

[@kennethalbert4653]

@@bobbysweeney5377 : think I would trust the DR. on this one. She is a dietary research Dr.

[@bobbysweeney5377]

@@kennethalbert4653 Shes a human search engine.

[@stjepanduvnjak6171]

I wonder does carbonated water count? Is it still just water or does body digest it and it breaks fast?

[@olkid]

@@stjepanduvnjak6171 I believe because the only difference between carbonated water and still water is the addition of carbon, and the fact that carbon is a fundamental component of every human body, then there's no way carbonated water would break a fast.

[@arefaenergy]

Wonderful information I started my fast on the 3rd October its been 2 days and I been having a teaspoon of honey 🍯 and mind🍃 and rooibos 🍵 and a dash of lemon🍋 juice. I enjoy it as it takes my mind away from fasting while the rest of the house eats and indulges in food. I hope honey 🍯 does not break my fast

[@ellensoomers9496]

it does for sure honey is a NO GO!!!

[@Masterlowen21]

great video!

[@diogenesselman2629]

Not much of a comment person on KZbin but thanks for the tip on pink salt in black coffee. 👍🏾

[@nazmulslater8398]

Ill just drink water. When dry fasting i get headeaks towards the end of my fast it maybe due to not drinking water.

[@michellerosa2133]

Thank you for sharing

[@MyMiracleMomma]

You’re so awesome. There’s probably no way you’ll see this question but what are some of the electrolytes that you recommend for adding to water that are okay during fasting?

[@lovingatlanta]

👍👍Absolutely awesome info. Thank you!! 💞

[@ThomasDeLauerOfficial]

You are so welcome!