Fasting
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[font size="1" color="#FF0000"]LAST EDITED ON Oct-01-02 AT 05:08PM (Est)[/font][p]Hi!
I do fast for detoxification reason only. (I don't need to loose weight! and Fasting is not a good way to loose weight anyway.
Body starvation--> lower metabolism-->body fat accumulation!! and after fasting put the previous weight back AND MORE!!!!)
I love the experience of fasting, spiritually and physically!
peace,
I do fast for detoxification reason only. (I don't need to loose weight! and Fasting is not a good way to loose weight anyway.
Body starvation--> lower metabolism-->body fat accumulation!! and after fasting put the previous weight back AND MORE!!!!)
I love the experience of fasting, spiritually and physically!
peace,
I love to fast although this is highly controversial. You need to fast for the right reason. I like the detox effects of a carrot juice fast with freshly squeezed carrot juice and sometimes barley green. My husband has completed a 30 day fast on only carrot juice and he felt that it really helped his whole system.
BUT, if you are fasting to lose weight here is what happens (the problem!!!). You lose muscle weight and as you put weight back on (post fast) it is regained in the form of fat generally . Not the effect you want to have. Maribeth probably has good advice on this subject...I am not an expert.
On the flip side, I believe there are some fantastic benefits to "cleansing" your system that come from fasting. I used to fast one day per week (only water for one day out the week) for about a year and felt great. Read some books on fasting, there are many out there. You really have to plan a good time for a fast and mentally prepare. I like to do one week fasts when I do them and I usually do them with carrot juice. I have never worked out while fasting, this would be tough!!!!
There are also many biblical reasons to fast, that's a whole other subject.
Just a few thoughts, probably not much help, I'd like to see what Maribeth says about fasting and which, if any, would be beneficial in her opinion.
Briee
BUT, if you are fasting to lose weight here is what happens (the problem!!!). You lose muscle weight and as you put weight back on (post fast) it is regained in the form of fat generally . Not the effect you want to have. Maribeth probably has good advice on this subject...I am not an expert.
On the flip side, I believe there are some fantastic benefits to "cleansing" your system that come from fasting. I used to fast one day per week (only water for one day out the week) for about a year and felt great. Read some books on fasting, there are many out there. You really have to plan a good time for a fast and mentally prepare. I like to do one week fasts when I do them and I usually do them with carrot juice. I have never worked out while fasting, this would be tough!!!!
There are also many biblical reasons to fast, that's a whole other subject.
Just a few thoughts, probably not much help, I'd like to see what Maribeth says about fasting and which, if any, would be beneficial in her opinion.
Briee
Hi Crystal! I was thinking of you when I was reading a newsletter--thought you be interested in this added fasting info! Here goes the column:
Thinking About Fasting? Think Again!
Find out exactly why fasting is the last method you want to try for weight loss.
By Nutricise Nutritionist Theresa Davis, MS, RD
(Nutricise) — Have you ever been tempted to severely restrict your calories (consume less than 1000 calories per day) by fasting, juicing, or skipping meals in order to lose weight? This may seem like a logical way to go – after all, the fewer calories you take in, the more weight you lose… right? Well, not quite.
The Claim
Fasting will result in quick weight loss as well as cleanse the body of harmful toxins.
The Attraction
Quick weight loss! Reduce your body of “harmful toxins”! Who doesn’t want that? Fasting results in a weight loss of approximately 4 - 5 lbs of water weight in the first one to two days. If you continue to fast for the rest of the week, you will lose an additional 3 or 4 lbs of fat and muscle. This brings your total weight loss by the end of a week-long fast to approximately 7 – 9 lbs. Losing this amount of weight in one week is a temptation many find hard to resist.
The Truth
Weight loss resulting from a fast or severe calorie restriction is always temporary – after all, more than half of the promised weight loss is from water and muscle, NOT fat. In regards to “toxins,” your body is constantly turning over old cells (toxins), but there is no evidence that your body rids old cells at a faster rate when you fast. In fact, fasting is likely to slow this natural process since your metabolism will slow down.
The Consequences
You may be thinking, “So the thing about toxins isn’t true - big deal! Isn’t fasting still a good way to lose weight for an upcoming special occasion or social event?” Only if you’re willing to suffer all of the NEGATIVE CONSEQUENCES , including:
1) A Decrease in Metabolism
During fasting, your body goes into starvation mode, resulting in a decrease in metabolism, body temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and breathing rate. Your body is now trying to conserve energy and will begin to store fat reserves away any way it can. Once you start to eat adequate calories again, all of these processes, including your metabolic rate, will return to normal unless the fast is for an extended period of time (1 -2 weeks) in which case the effects may be longer lasting, even permanent.
Bluntly put: By altering your metabolism, fasting can ironically ruin your body's ability to lose weight!
2) Muscle Loss
A percentage of muscle loss is an inevitable result of any weight loss program; however, this loss is accelerated when weight loss is very rapid as it is with fasting. Losing muscle will contribute to the sustained, even permanent drop in metabolism as described above. This essentially means that continued weight loss will become increasingly difficult.
3) Bone Loss
Prolonged fasting results in an acidic state called "ketosis." The body, always seeking balance, attempts to reduce this acidic state using its natural antacid – calcium, which is drawn from your bones. Repeated fasting may eventually result in osteoporosis.
4) Constipation
A slower metabolism paired with too little food and fiber results in the uncomfortable side effect of constipation. In certain cases (frequently relating to decreased calorie intake), constipation can become severe enough as to require emergency medical treatment.
5) General Malaise
Along with all of the above, fasting for weight loss commonly produces dizziness, nausea, fatigue, irritability, headache, and reduced mental and cognitive abilities.
Plus, in the end, most fasters will regain all the weight they lose and more.
Your friend in fitness~~Francine
Thinking About Fasting? Think Again!
Find out exactly why fasting is the last method you want to try for weight loss.
By Nutricise Nutritionist Theresa Davis, MS, RD
(Nutricise) — Have you ever been tempted to severely restrict your calories (consume less than 1000 calories per day) by fasting, juicing, or skipping meals in order to lose weight? This may seem like a logical way to go – after all, the fewer calories you take in, the more weight you lose… right? Well, not quite.
The Claim
Fasting will result in quick weight loss as well as cleanse the body of harmful toxins.
The Attraction
Quick weight loss! Reduce your body of “harmful toxins”! Who doesn’t want that? Fasting results in a weight loss of approximately 4 - 5 lbs of water weight in the first one to two days. If you continue to fast for the rest of the week, you will lose an additional 3 or 4 lbs of fat and muscle. This brings your total weight loss by the end of a week-long fast to approximately 7 – 9 lbs. Losing this amount of weight in one week is a temptation many find hard to resist.
The Truth
Weight loss resulting from a fast or severe calorie restriction is always temporary – after all, more than half of the promised weight loss is from water and muscle, NOT fat. In regards to “toxins,” your body is constantly turning over old cells (toxins), but there is no evidence that your body rids old cells at a faster rate when you fast. In fact, fasting is likely to slow this natural process since your metabolism will slow down.
The Consequences
You may be thinking, “So the thing about toxins isn’t true - big deal! Isn’t fasting still a good way to lose weight for an upcoming special occasion or social event?” Only if you’re willing to suffer all of the NEGATIVE CONSEQUENCES , including:
1) A Decrease in Metabolism
During fasting, your body goes into starvation mode, resulting in a decrease in metabolism, body temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and breathing rate. Your body is now trying to conserve energy and will begin to store fat reserves away any way it can. Once you start to eat adequate calories again, all of these processes, including your metabolic rate, will return to normal unless the fast is for an extended period of time (1 -2 weeks) in which case the effects may be longer lasting, even permanent.
Bluntly put: By altering your metabolism, fasting can ironically ruin your body's ability to lose weight!
2) Muscle Loss
A percentage of muscle loss is an inevitable result of any weight loss program; however, this loss is accelerated when weight loss is very rapid as it is with fasting. Losing muscle will contribute to the sustained, even permanent drop in metabolism as described above. This essentially means that continued weight loss will become increasingly difficult.
3) Bone Loss
Prolonged fasting results in an acidic state called "ketosis." The body, always seeking balance, attempts to reduce this acidic state using its natural antacid – calcium, which is drawn from your bones. Repeated fasting may eventually result in osteoporosis.
4) Constipation
A slower metabolism paired with too little food and fiber results in the uncomfortable side effect of constipation. In certain cases (frequently relating to decreased calorie intake), constipation can become severe enough as to require emergency medical treatment.
5) General Malaise
Along with all of the above, fasting for weight loss commonly produces dizziness, nausea, fatigue, irritability, headache, and reduced mental and cognitive abilities.
Plus, in the end, most fasters will regain all the weight they lose and more.
Your friend in fitness~~Francine
Like the others have posted, fasting isn't beneficial to weight loss. Your body needs fuel, especially if you are also lifting and trying to build muscle. I eat every 2-3 hours and eat right before bedtime since I'll be going 6-8 hours without food at that time and I've had great results. I'm about 15% bodyfat right now.
Colleen
Colleen