The Science of Fasting

Expatriate said
I'm at 70 hrs water/coffee only fast right now. Down 6#'s at the moment. I don't think my breath smells, but my mouth definitely feels like I need to brush my teeth constantly.

Does anyone else get insomnia when they start a fast?

I remember brushing my teeth was awesome. Toothpaste tasted like candy after being on just water.

mjcouvi said
And, btw, I really had no issues with hunger during my fast. Physically I could have easily gone much longer.

Between jogging and walking I went about 35 miles during the fast. I did some light lifting too and didn't find that my strength deteriorated at all.

The challenge is pretty much all psychological because eating is just enjoyable.

Good job. I'm trying to work up the gumption to attack a 5-7 day fast. I went 3 days at the beginning of lent.