First post here.
Been experimenting with IF for about 6 months, and some random 24-36 hour fasts, and one 72 hour fast.
(No set schedule; I do better with a flexible approach). Informed by Fung’s website and book, and podcasts.
I had planned on a 72 day fast this time, but felt very good so have extended it. I’m into the 7th day or so.
HOWEVER:
Now that I’m reading posts, I’m realizing I may not be truly fasting at all.
Have put HWC in my coffee every single day, and have eaten olives in olive oil many of these days. I also had pickle juice (made sure not to get pickles w/ sugar tho) several days.
Questions:
Am I getting any autophagy benefits from this (maybe not a) fast? Afraid I’ve ruined it with the HWC after reading on here.
I am def losing weight, and I feel great, so I know I’m at least benefiting that way.
But I hope I’m not screwing up my metabolism or something.
Thank you very much for reading this.