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Posted by linkadge on January 21, 2019, at 15:35:09
Hi all,
I am thin, but decided to try a 1 day a week fast (for depression) with unlimited caloric intake on the other 6 days.
There is some research to suggest a benefit for overal health, and some seizure disorders. There is, apparently, a BDNF and growth hormone response to intermittent fasting.
Linkadge
Posted by SLS on January 21, 2019, at 16:41:51
In reply to Intermittent fasting, posted by linkadge on January 21, 2019, at 15:35:09
> Hi all,
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> I am thin, but decided to try a 1 day a week fast (for depression) with unlimited caloric intake on the other 6 days.
>
> There is some research to suggest a benefit for overal health, and some seizure disorders. There is, apparently, a BDNF and growth hormone response to intermittent fasting.
>
> Linkadge
It might make you live healthier and longer, too. Mitochondria. Maybe I'll start.
- Scott
Posted by rjlockhart37 on January 22, 2019, at 0:55:53
In reply to Re: Intermittent fasting, posted by SLS on January 21, 2019, at 16:41:51
i've noticed when i've had larger meals, with more favorable food that's pleasant, or sugar type it does help mood, it's pleasant... but it's also....if stay with it too long it would have a bad effect on building cholesterol and weight issues, but noticed larger meals helped to the mood afterwards, increase in synthesis of neurotransmitters
but just the basic - I don't want to say the term it makes you bigger, or fat, but body adjusts to it, and can create complications. Maybe try this diet. The only diet that worked well with me was a liquid diet, i was on it for 3 weeks unmedically supervised, and i noticed ho fast i was losing weight, and seeing it disappear off, made me a really good mood. Felt i had more energy, but starving the body with only a 800 calorie diet...
Posted by Hugh on January 22, 2019, at 10:52:03
In reply to Intermittent fasting, posted by linkadge on January 21, 2019, at 15:35:09
A friend of mine does this to prevent cancer, since both of his parents died of cancer.
Posted by linkadge on January 22, 2019, at 15:17:30
In reply to Re: Intermittent fasting, posted by SLS on January 21, 2019, at 16:41:51
Yeah,
I skipped Saturday and have eaten a normal amount (+ a few makeup calories) since. The Saturday fast definitely had a rejuvenating feel to it. Although, it was difficult during.
I would say, overall, I'm feeling a bit more balanced / positive this week. Let's see how next Saturday goes.
Linkadge
Posted by linkadge on January 22, 2019, at 15:20:11
In reply to Re: Intermittent fasting, posted by Hugh on January 22, 2019, at 10:52:03
The research coming out is pretty compelling.
There would likely be an insulin sensitizing effect, akin to metformin, which has some positive impact on mood.
Also, some of the ketone bodies produced during a fast, have anticonvulsant, effects.
Supposedly too, there is a boost in stem cell regeneration and/or improved learning / neurogenesis.
Who knows. Worth a whirl.
Linkadge
Posted by bleauberry on January 23, 2019, at 8:34:01
In reply to Intermittent fasting, posted by linkadge on January 21, 2019, at 15:35:09
Fasting is a big topic in the Lyme circles these days. Because of the things you mentioned. If I understand it correctly, it basically causes the body to use up existing flawed cells as fuel and replace them with good new ones.
There are different kinds of fasts to accomplish the same goals. You can do 12 hour fasts with just water. This is probably the easiest because a lot of that is while you sleep.
I think the overall message I got was that many different kinds of fasting with many different kinds of schedules all work in our benefit.
I don't think anyone gets cured with fasting. But I do think it is another weapon in the fight worth employing, in combination with other strategies.
> Hi all,
>
> I am thin, but decided to try a 1 day a week fast (for depression) with unlimited caloric intake on the other 6 days.
>
> There is some research to suggest a benefit for overal health, and some seizure disorders. There is, apparently, a BDNF and growth hormone response to intermittent fasting.
>
> Linkadge
>
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Posted by Phillipa on January 23, 2019, at 10:00:04
In reply to Re: Intermittent fasting » linkadge, posted by bleauberry on January 23, 2019, at 8:34:01
Interupting to let you all know that Medscape has a lead article on intermittent fasting you might want to read. I haven't yet so no idea what it says. It just arrived in my inbox. Phillipa
Posted by Phillipa on January 23, 2019, at 17:08:18
In reply to Re: Intermittent fasting, posted by Phillipa on January 23, 2019, at 10:00:04
Forget it on weight loss and heart disease all medical
Posted by SLS on January 24, 2019, at 8:44:28
In reply to Re: Intermittent fasting » linkadge, posted by bleauberry on January 23, 2019, at 8:34:01
Has anyone noticed that underweight elderly people live longer and are in better health?
- Scott
Posted by beckett2 on January 25, 2019, at 19:49:19
In reply to Re: Intermittent fasting, posted by SLS on January 24, 2019, at 8:44:28
> Has anyone noticed that underweight elderly people live longer and are in better health?
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> - ScottYes. My friend's parents fit into that category. One just passed at 92. The other, same age, still ticking along.
Posted by beckett2 on January 25, 2019, at 19:51:42
In reply to Intermittent fasting, posted by linkadge on January 21, 2019, at 15:35:09
> Hi all,
>
> I am thin, but decided to try a 1 day a week fast (for depression) with unlimited caloric intake on the other 6 days.
>
> There is some research to suggest a benefit for overal health, and some seizure disorders. There is, apparently, a BDNF and growth hormone response to intermittent fasting.
>
> Linkadge
>
>A friend is controlling their type ii this way. I'm getting up the gumption to try. Even fasting for 18 hours helps. Like early supper, then all night until following lunch.
Posted by linkadge on January 26, 2019, at 8:12:52
In reply to Re: Intermittent fasting » linkadge, posted by beckett2 on January 25, 2019, at 19:51:42
I'm doing my second week (of one day a week fast). It is seeming easier the 2nd time.
Posted by Lamdage22 on January 27, 2019, at 11:31:45
In reply to Re: Intermittent fasting » beckett2, posted by linkadge on January 26, 2019, at 8:12:52
I would break down in paranoia. If i dont get food regularly, i get paranoid
Posted by linkadge on February 2, 2019, at 15:19:55
In reply to Re: Intermittent fasting, posted by Lamdage22 on January 27, 2019, at 11:31:45
The short term effects are very different from regular intermittent fasting. Anybody can skip a meal. The body gets better at handling it and (in theory) this strengthens the system.
Linkadge
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