I’m embarking on a 120-hour water fast, and I’m here to document the entire experience! Buckle up, because it’s going to be a wild ride (hopefully without too much hanger).
Disclaimer: Before trying this, it’s important to consult with your doctor or other medical professional. Research thoroughly before attempting anything similar. Remember, I’m not a doctor, dietician, or nutritionist so this is not medical advice.
Tools of the Trade
Preparing for Liftoff
Before diving in, I stocked up on:
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Electrolytes
Electrolytes are crucial to prevent headaches, fatigue, and muscle cramps.
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Bone Broth (for breaking the fast)
Milestones and Mindsets
I’ve been on a strict Ketogenic diet for a month with OMAD and lost 7 kgs. Now I have loose skin. After binging on fasting videos, I’ve learned how it speeds up autophagy, which might help my saggy bits and give me those sweet health gains.
Stay tuned for regular updates on how I’m feeling, both physically and mentally. Wish me luck!
Day 1 (24 hours fasted)
- Age: 54 year old male
- Height: 1.71 cm
- Weight: 71.6 kgs
- BMI: 24.5
- Blood Glucose Level: 3.7 mmol/L
- Ketone Level: 3.8 mmol/L
- GKI (Glucose Ketone Index): 1.0
- Energy: Good
- Mental Clarity: Good
- Hunger: None
Day 2 (48 hours fasted)
- Weight: 70.6 kgs
- BMI: 24.1
- Blood Glucose Level: 3.8 mmol/L
- Ketone Level: 3.9 mmol/L
- GKI (Glucose Ketone Index): 1.0
- Energy: Not as good as Day 1
- Mental Clarity: Not as good as Day 1
- Hunger: None
Day 3 (72 hours fasted)
- Weight: 70.1 kgs
- BMI: 24
- Blood Glucose Level: 3.6 mmol/L
- Ketone Level: 5.0 mmol/L
- GKI (Glucose Ketone Index): 0.7
- Energy: Bad day, felt lethargic and had a headache. Took some sea salt and bicarbonate of soda and that made me feel heaps better. It’s almost 6pm and I have perked up a little.
- Mental Clarity: I felt quite cloudy today and headache didn’t help.
- Hunger: Still not hungry which makes it easier to keep going. Bring on tomorrow.
Day 4 (96 hours fasted)
- Weight: 69.7 kgs
- BMI: 23.6
- Blood Glucose Level: 3.3 mmol/L
- Ketone Level: 6.0 mmol/L
- GKI (Glucose Ketone Index): 0.55
- Energy: Much better energy today.
- Mental Clarity: No headaches and mental clarity improving.
- Hunger: No hunger so will keep going.
Day 5 (120 hours fasted)
- Weight: 68.8 kgs
- BMI: 23.3
- Blood Glucose Level: 3.6 mmol/L
- Ketone Level: 6.6 mmol/L
- GKI (Glucose Ketone Index): 0.55
- Energy: Much better energy today. Was tempted to push out to 7 days.
- Mental Clarity: Felt very clear today.
- Hunger: No hunger but will be nice to eat again.
Please reach out to me if you have any questions or would like to discuss!
