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Hi, averaging 15g carb a day nice, I've been there myself - I had to reverse diet and go back as I was experiencing some negative effects (calorie reduced diet). I would add it's not about the sugar it's about insulin in the blood that we should care about. But it also depends on one's goal and how one's body reacts to carbs and fats - I know for example that after I go below 6-7% bodyfat I cannot allow myself any saturated fats otherwise I'm literally swollen and have to diet hard and exercise for another 3-4 days to make it go away. But I agree with you that simple sugars are overused and one should find right timing to apply those if needed, also that in big generalisation fat is better than carbs (but have to put a disclaimer that it depends on fitness goal - long and short term)
@Big Mike, you're right - I get most of my fibre, vitamins from my smoothies (can give recipe ) but there is a value in solid foods and allowing your stomach to actually do the job by breaking it down. Additionally depends if one is cutting down it fills you up longer and you're not craving as much.
As to fasting - I do intermittent fasting and have been for 2-3 years now. I've found many benefits coming from it if one is ready to change their perspective and approach to food - many of us just cannot or are not willing to. I drop fasting or decrease fast periods during bulking season and increase it to over 18hours to 36h when I'm cutting. Don't want to write an essay I bet there are smarter people over here
I wanted to inquire about anyone's experiences with fasting and trading? I know when I've done intermittent fasting, I tend to be a bit more emotional. I was thinking of doing a 3-5 day water fast and wanted to check others opinions/experiences.
i started to fast after dinner yesterday. i am trading this week and its a pretty important week. other than getting a bit tired, fasting can provide mental clarity if you allow it. i have my desk in stand up only mode, cant put it back down easily, so i might get my taller chair if i start to become fatigued quickly. i am planning a 4-5 day fast this time and might follow it up with another 4-5 days next week too if i feel necessary.
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I personally feel like the most difficult period of a water or juice fast is the first 3-5 days. So I would encourage you to go longer, if you can given health requirements, etc etc etc. Ten days seems like a good sweet spot. That is just me, but it is far easier once you get past the initial hurdle. I am not a doctor.
A lot of people say they feel weak during a fast, don't drive, don't work out, etc. Honestly, I continued doing my normal activities during all of my fasts, including walking very long distances (miles). But I also had a lot of stored fat to burn, so it will depend on your own body conditions.
i am keeping track of my weight with a 'smart scale' every day of the fast. i really dont want to lose very much weight. yesterday i was at 163.6 and im 6ft tall. i think my last fast i got down to the low 150s. i dont want to go much lower than that. based on the info ive posted about the immune regeneration after 72hrs i think 4-5 days is a good place to land given my goals.
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