Warning: Fasting Raises Cortisol Levels in Women | Women Over 50

[@veganandfasting2697]

Absolutely LOVE everything you said. I have been fasting since 2020 and I cannot begin to explain how much the benefit OUTWEIGHS anything and I will be 51 this October. Thank you 😊 clearly I subscribed 🎉

[@DyAnnParham]

Love it

[@accordionchick]

I’m not worried about cortisol. I’ve been fasting intermediate since mid October 2024 and i feel GREAT. I’ve told others about it who are struggling with weight issues and some people take interest and others (the ones who would really benefit) poo-poo me and would rather continue doing what has not worked. So, such is life. I don’t compare myself to others….I AM my own science project and I’m working with my body to make wonderful discoveries. I am 4 lbs away from my goal (120 lbs) and it’s been a fun and exciting journey and food does not rule me. Oh and for anyone interested, I’m doing the 20/4 fast with the OMAD system in my 4 hour window. (OMAD=One Meal a Day) and I’m 73 years old.❤

[@DyAnnParham]

@@accordionchick YES! Yes! And YES! I’d say you hit that goal if you are within 4 lbs. I like to give myself a +/- 10 pounds. Simply because our body is always adjusting a fluctuating. Thank you for sharing your experience! You are helping so many women. ❤️❤️

[@accordionchick]

@@DyAnnParham yes you are correct! And while my goal is 120 but my fluctuation window is gonna be 124-128. If my weight hits 129…..the bells will go off!!! LOL. And for those who are scared about trying this kind of “fasting”….don’t be….. this has been the MOST enjoyable way for me to lose weight so far and the best.

[@ritasmoot1823]

Well, I have to say, there have been MANY things that caused my cortisol levels to be elevated. Two marriages to two psychologically abusive men, the death of my mother, my sister and two brothers, losing my job due to a disability and subsequently my apartment and many other things. ( I am okay now). FASTING HAS NEVER EVER elevated my cortisol levels. When I fast, I FEEL THE BEST I HAVE EVER FELT in my entire life.

[@DyAnnParham]

Girl, you have survived a lot. Make sure you remind yourself how strong you are! ❤️. And yes fasting is such a great feeling.

[@ritasmoot1823]

@ wow. I’ve never thought of myself as strong before. Just thought I was hanging on by an unraveling thread. 🤪. Thank you for your kind words!

[@DyAnnParham]

@ you are very strong. Holding on is a sign of strength my friend. ❤️❤️

[@ritasmoot1823]

@ thank you DyAnn! Hope you are doing well. You certainly look great!

[@dimachakra1865]

Definitely not a bad thing the IF. At least not for me. Apart from doing 18-20 IF for almost 4 years now, I have been running 10k every other day for 3 years. I was strongly advised - even as recently as today - not to combine IF with running 10k. But IF was what I believed in the most. I ignored all the absolutes that I heard and took my time to make both work together. The result: I have never gotten sick, I feel great, and my blood test results are always good! 😊

[@DyAnnParham]

Woo hoo! You are so crushing it my friend. ❤️

[@hdevere1]

Thank you reading my question and for creating this video. I hope to make progress with intermittent fasting and will check out your course. I do appreciate your advice. Thank You

[@DyAnnParham]

I am so glad this clicked for you. Don’t be afraid to give it a try. It can be really fun. Empowering. Freeing and healing. It just needs to be done in a way that works for you!! ❤️❤️

[@followjesusnbeekind]

Thank you for the encouragement! I’m 57 & run an inn with my husband & a small staff, but it’s a 24/7 business. We typically fall into bed at night realizing that anything eaten has been hit or miss - grab & go! I love what we are doing at this stage of our life but since the onset of menopause, (about age 47), I’ve been packing on the weight, becoming less & less active. I feel this rapid process of decline & am desperate to slow it down! My lifestyle is challenging when it comes to schedules & complicated meal prep! I like the idea of a 20/4 fast & simply walking in the morning. This I believe I can do! Thank you for the advice & reality check!

[@DyAnnParham]

You can totally do it. And reap all the benefits of fasting at the same time. Keep us posted. And enjoy this season of life. It is great.

[@joannthibodeaux8459]

Love listening to your videos you have great advice thanks 😊

[@DyAnnParham]

@@joannthibodeaux8459 woo hoo! Thx! Love having you here. ❤️

[@samaramattiassi5781]

Thank you, perfect message and perfectly said❤

[@DyAnnParham]

Woo hoo! Thank you. I am going to keep them coming. ❤️❤️❤️

[@chime-girl]

Sept 2024 grad Dy Ann's fasting course (totally recommend) and I've had so much success with this mindset. I had been Intermittent Fasting prior to DyAnn and had some success but when I went to 24 hour fasting. It was a game changer. 20lbs lighter and cholesterol down. So, yeah I wouldn't worry too much about cortisol, I'd be more concerned doing nothing for weight and the overall health benefits of intermittent fasting, especially after 50 plus. And most Cardiologist support this lifestyle.

[@DyAnnParham]

@@chime-girl woo hoo!! So happy for you! And thank you for sharing your positive experience in class. Big hugs, girlfriend! Are you doing 20/4 fasting or 24 fasting??

[@chime-girl]

@@DyAnnParham Big hugs back. Happy New Year!! You're the best. I do both depending on how I feel but mostly 24 hour fasting. Thanks to you, you gave me permission to experiment and do what's right for my body.

[@DyAnnParham]

@ I love it. I love a good OMAD here and there. So empowering. Happy Nee Year to you and yours!!! ❤️❤️

[@CarrieSparkles]

Which is why I drink calming cortisol reducing herb teas instead of coffee while fasting.

[@DyAnnParham]

There you go!!

[@florencedriscoll-vx1nh]

Right on

[@DyAnnParham]

@@florencedriscoll-vx1nh ❤️

[@christyburkhardt1035]

What about Cushing syndrome? Does fasting help with it?

[@DyAnnParham]

If I had Cushing Syndrome and nothing else was hello no would go all in on Fasting. You have nothing to lose. It is FREE and easy!!

[@gaylejideofor6198]

what about all the menopausal sleep problems. That alone raises cortisol. multiply it by years on end and your stuck chronically stressed.

[@DyAnnParham]

@@gaylejideofor6198 …..there is that, too…. Menopausal woman I can say the sleep gets better. ❤️❤️. Hang in there and experiment with some things.

[@vernettamashinter8241]

Sleep problems are usually a result of low magnesium. Look into upping your magnesium.

[@mariafigueroa2472]

I’m 53 and I like to do 36 hour fasts twice a week for weight loss. Do you think it’s ok to do this?

[@DyAnnParham]

@@mariafigueroa2472 more importantly, is it working for you? How do you feel emotionally, mentally and physically?

[@mariafigueroa2472]

@ I feel great! The weight is coming off. I break my fast with bone broth, follow with a probiotic food, veggies and protein. In that order. As long as it doesn’t hurt I will continue to do. The other days I vary my fast. On the weekends I might or not fast.

[@followjesusnbeekind]

Thank you for posting your experience! It’s so helpful to read what is working for others!

[@wildrosecece]

@@mariafigueroa2472And good fats as well, right/

[@edenpagani1243]

Wait.....I am watching for a second time.

[@DyAnnParham]

@@edenpagani1243 okay good.

[@edenpagani1243]

I freaking new it. 2 years and fatter than ever. SMH....I am exhausted. Oh...Thank you so much

[@DyAnnParham]

@@edenpagani1243 did you watch the video??