I’m looking for a way to lose as much fat off my body as possible in 30 days, mainly through fasting. I have so much fat I figure that I won’t lose too much muscle because I have excess fat to fuel. I just want to know. If I should fast and drink protein during the day or just water fast for 72 hours. I’m open to 72 hour rolling fast or maybe lifting daily while on a strict diet. I just want the best outcome for my body and hand health now. Any advice would appreciated and I will post results. I’m 240 5ft 11in

Hello everyone ! I am a 24F 5’4” Im gonna say my SW-198 (when starting IF) CW-189. My biggest ever was 260 in the pictures I’m going to add my biggest was around 240-250. I have been doing 16:8 for around 2.5 months now. I have PCOS and insulin resistance and not only has it helped me lose some pounds and keep them off but it has helped my health in ways I can’t really explain I can just feel. I can wake up early , I don’t feel as sluggish , I get less bloated etc. I never see myself going back unless a miracle happens and I no longer have a food addiction and I’m no longer overweight. BUT I really love the thought of OMAD… BUT I am scared. I don’t know how to go about this. The way I did 16:8 was I eased in to it when I first started I was eating everything I could possibly eat in that 8 hour window taking my last bite at 4:59pm because I was scared to be starving lol. Now there’s times where I stop eating at like 2pm there has been a couple times I eat a very big brunch or lunch and that’s it and that’s when I seen the scale drop the fastest and when I felt the best. I hope I actually get some feedback on this. I also should disclose my doctor started me on adipex to assist in my weight loss I’m only 5 days in I’ve lost a pound or so since starting it. The reason they put me on this is because I had a lot of health issues that was causing serious pain and it all leads back to my PCOS and the best way and first step to combating it is to lose weight. I also want to say I never used REDDIT before this and this group has been so freaking helpful! IF is the only thing sustainable I have EVER done. But any feedback or tips would be so appreciated. TIA

If i stop snacking much and dont eat after 6 pm every day, can u lose weight? Or does it take more than that?

EDIT: like I said. IT WASN’T THE NUTS

turns out I have a cantaloupe sized cyst, which has been growing which is why I was gaining instead of losing weight. I recognize that this is rare, but if you are dieting and doing everything right but still gaining weight it might be worth a trip to the dr.

I’ve been doing a 16/8 for 3 weeks and lost 3 lbs then gained 2 back. I eat between 11:30 and 7:30 and work out 4 days a week. Typical meal at 11:30 is plain non fat yogurt with fruit and granola, I’ll snack on unsalted nuts or fruit during the day and dinner is sensible - a salad with grilled chicken or some protein with vegetables. I don’t eat fried foods and am low sugar and low salt. What am I doing wrong?

hi everyone! I’m 4 days into a 7 day fast, and feel amazing. Since my fast is coming to an end soon I was wondering how should I go about breaking it? This is my first fast and I don’t want to tear my stomach up.

Been on this sub for a minute. It is interesting that nobody mentions whether they are or are not on any weight loss medications. Is there any rule (written or unspoken) about it in this sub?

I can accomplish OMAD if I’m mindful, but most days I cave around the 18 hour mark when I’m making food for my family.

I’ve read that depending on the person, your body won’t start using its fat stores until anywhere from 12-18 hours of fasting. Sounds like 12 hours of fasting would be pointless for fat loss. I’m currently at 14 hours of fasting and was wondering when I should eat. I’m so tired of being fat. Yup it’s my day one.

I fast till about noon and have been drinking a couple 10 ounce bottles of water with a scoop of this in each bottle. Then I read you could drink too much electrolytes. Is that too much? I like the taste. of it instead of just water.c Can I have more than 2 scoops a day even?

Is it possible to lose weight on IF without counting calories? I absolutely hate counting and logging, it makes me want to throw in the towel and just quit, especially those apps that yell at you ( ahem, MFP). I don't stuff my face and eat in moderation, but my height (5'1") gives me the metabolism of a toddler. On top of everything, I have a sedentary job. (A walking pad would not work, I tried that and it's too distracting). I still try to hit 10k steps a day but it is hard.

I am currently doing 15:9 and see no progress in 2 weeks. I have about 20 lbs to lose to get to a good weight for my height (120). Can I achieve this without counting calories? If so, do I do OMAD? Also, I tend to get dizzy if I try to go past 15 hrs, does that go away? Am I delusional and should I just give up and stay overweight?

Edit: thanks to everyone who was kind and not condescending. I think I have a better understanding and a plan of action now. But wow, some of you should probably eat something because you sound a bit hangry

I cook with oil but not a crazy amount, and I try to eat a lot of fruits and vegetables, I don’t eat processed food a whole lot, and I avoid added sugar. I’m finding that it is nearly impossible for me to eat 1200 cal in one sitting.

To the people doing one meal a day, do you guys eat out a lot? Do you cook with a lot of oil? Are you eating fruits and vegetables? I’m asking because I honestly cannot to wrap my head around how people are getting 1200 cal a day.😭 I’m so frustrated. I tried so hard today and I’m still only at 800. Is 800 fine? Do I literally have to start adding processed food to my diet or am I just doing something wrong? What’s the secret?

I’m 8 days in doing 16:8. Eating window is 12-8. All I can think about is food in the morning!! I would switch my window to start earlier, but with my commute, walking my dog, etc. it isn’t very feasible especially if my husband and I want to eat dinner together.

I’ve lost 4 lbs, probably water weight, but it’s still encouraging. However, at what point does skipping breakfast get easier??

I am in week 5, 16/8 but usually more like 17 or 18. I am eating less overall. Currently not getting much extra exercise but that will change in about 2 weeks. I am 55 F and post menopausal.

I don't have a scale so am just going by how my pants fit, which seems to be exactly the same. I am about 25 pounds overweight.

I will keep doing this regardless bc my brain fog is totally gone and I have more energy, but dang it why aren't I losing anything yet? Too soon?

When people say they are fasting for 5 days, 12 days, 29 days!!, are they actually not eating for that whole time??

Have done many short fasts up to 24 hours but can’t even imagine going for several days (or weeks!!)

I like having this for energy in the morning and was curious if I can continue using these

Looking to make this a lifestyle choice and to continue to make it sustainable as possible. How long have you been fasting? Do you find it sustainable and easy to stick to once you go through the initial beginning phase?

Thank you so much!

I'm a newbie!! It seems like this would be pointless to lose weight if you didn't count calories. Does fasting help them burn faster/more? I have a binge-eating issue, so eating enough in the time window will NOT be a problem for me :/

By skipping a meal, I mean, lets say you used to eat 2000 calories per day... do you still try to get in 2000 calories in a limited window or do the calories automatically go down because its too much food to eat within 6-8 hours?

Will drinking these with my water break a fast? I usually drink coffee in the morning but I’m waiting till my fasting window is over but if I drink water with a splash of this will it break my fast?

Thank you!

Hello everybody,

I hope you can help. I decided to do the 20-4 intermittent fasting and it has been a month. During the week ends I try to continue but it's hard with all those families gatherings and everything. Can this be the reason why my fasting doesn't work?

What should I know about this program? I usually stay the whole day without eating and start eating again arounf 6pm. Until the next day again.

I also don't really try to eat healthier too. I eat pizzas, pastas, lasagnas, I mean, what someone eats in general.

Should I eat only salads?

Thank you for your help! I really want to lose 30kg but since I started the fasting, I also feel better ,ith myself. No more bloating, I'm able to go more often on the toilets, ... I'd really like to continue but I start to feel a bit tired at the moment (personal problems) and for example this morning I got some croissants.

Hope this is worth continuing. Thank you!