Elizabeth A’s Daily Journal

[Elizabeth]

I have been more active on the Facebook group and decided to join the forum . I had my last meal on the 25th of October at 7.30 pm and started my fast at 8pm. 206+ hours of 720 down and I am more than determined to see this to day 30.

Days 1- 8 was a mixture of lethargy, fatigue, weakness and bouts of energy here and there. My fasting fluids from day 1 has been water with electrolytes (2L of water, 1/2tsp of pink salt (Sodium), 1 tsp of no salt (potassium), and 1/2tsp of food grade epsom salt(magnesium), plain carbonated (soda) water with Lime slices and ACV. These have really helped me through the days.

I know I can do this.

[Compdude]

Welcome to the group. I’m on Day 13 of 40 myself.

[Elizabeth]

Thank you…

[Elizabeth]

Done with day 9 and on to day 10. I had so much energy today. Had my first workout(2.5 mile walk) since I started to fast. Taking it easy. I pray this energy lasts till day 30. #FastingForward

[Maryam_Huda]

Praying that you do too. You can do It!

[Elizabeth]

Thank you.

[Kattystrong]

Which days do you think were the hardest for you?

[Elizabeth]

Hi from day 3 to day 8. My glycogen stores were getting depleted and I was mostly weak, very fatigued and lethargic. No headaches though. By nightfall of day 9, I had this burst of energy. I am back to my normal self and have been able to workout and do things. No weakness or fatigue. I have to say electrolytes and acv have been a tremendous help so far

[Elizabeth]

I have to add that I have gone into Ketosis. An effect to this that I do not like is the rash associated with it. Noticed it on day 9 on my inner arms and thighs. I hope it clears .

[Elizabeth]

It’s 6.17am WAT here. 226hours in and the body is now in ketosis. I am very clear minded and I feel good although I have been sleeping an average of 4-5hours since I started fasting. BP is also okay. My cycle was supposed to commence on the 2rd of Nov but nothing yet. As usual with this time of the month, I am bloated and holding on to a bit of water. Also dealing with ‘keto rash’. I am treating with aloe vera gel and coconut oil. Have a great day.

[davidjc]

Hi Elizabeth,

Thanks for the posts - it’s encouraging to see someone going so far. I started yesterday. Gonna do 14 days. Good luck with your thirty!

[Elizabeth]

You can do this. Wish you all the best

[Elizabeth]

Day 11 - It’s 5.53am WAT and 9hrs 53mins into day 11. Still going strong.

Checked my BP (108/75) , blood glucose (58).

Mental clarity - great
Mood - great
Energy - great

Also noticed the white coating on my tongue has reduced. Walked for 45minutes yesterday. Will put in some light walking later in the day.

#FastingOn

[Elizabeth]

Day 11 completed and still fasting on.

[Elizabeth]

Day 12 and 13.2 lbs down. Still going strong. Monthly cycle started yesterday and it’s been smooth sailing. I have been having the sensation of a bowel movement waiting to happen. Some face gains. See any difference?

[melanie]

That’s a HUGE change! Your face is much more thin, you look great

[Elizabeth]

Thank you for the kind words

[Compdude]

Wow! You must be getting ton of compliments!

[Elizabeth]

Thanks. Not really but I keep fasting on

[Elizabeth]

It’s day 13. Almost halfway through. Thankful for the energy I have. I am thinking of doing an enema. This constant sensation of a bowel movement waiting to happen is driving me nuts. I am also bloated. I have had only one BM in the last 13 days.