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My Water Fasting Experience (One month post fast - LFRV!!!!!)

One month post fast!! FOUR WEEKS LFRV!! May 1st 2010 (Guam is a day ahead of the states) TOPICS: Bad Weekend Weight Loss Fruity days Future Fasting ...

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EmpressEmani commented on 28 Feb 2016

I did a water fast once for over 2weeks. Not because I wanted to. I was broke and couldn't afford food(or electricity)...it was the worst thing I ever experience(1 of the worst things)...I was blacking out. I was in serve abdominal pain. I was final able to eat. I had a big meal from the café,which was a bad idea,because fore 3days after I was in even more pain,and still couldn't eat properly. It's like the body had relearn how to digest food,because it "went to sleep". Which is why they recommend the "ease out" when doing the "Master cleanse". It is so painful. Experience this a few time ,a week at a time, at different periods, after the initial time. Wouldn't recommend it,as it is very painful, unless of course you have professional supervision,as she stated. Just thought i'd share.

Rebecca Ramirez commented on 10 Oct 2012

Ok its been over a year since my fast. What I did is that I used it only to lose about 20 pounds because my fast paced heavy job didnt allow me to continue a daily fast. So after the fast I worked out like crazy and I lost 40 pounds in 2 months. It wasnt very healthy because I ended up injuring my hip from running too much and pushing my body instead of doing gradual workouts. After that I went to volunteer in Japan, the labor and food lost me another 10 pounds. I was a size 12 when I came back

naughtyangeleyes commented on 15 Aug 2010

you are such an inspiration im gonna watch ur videos everyday as i do my fast to stop me from breaking it too early im on day 2, today so i feel like hell with the dizzyness and headaches and hopefully it goes away soon. i do have a couple of questions tho, 1st how tall are you , 2 and i really hope this isnt too personal or offensive, did the weightloss affect your breast size and shape im have fairly large breasts and i think theyre my best feature and im worried theyll get smaller n saggier?

angelica7543 commented on 05 Jun 2013

Way to go, Mindy! There definitely a big difference, not only weight, but your eyes and skin looks so much healthier and glowing on your post fast pictures. I'm just at the end of day three of my fast now, and I will be ending it when you start your next fast it seems.. If you'd like to fast together with me next time, I'd love that, let me know. Would be so much easier to stay motivated if one could do it with someone.. (Who get's it, and aren't trying to sabotage and stuff.. ;-) ) Cheers

Good Life Mama commented on 31 Jul 2010

@bluewildflower12 Not necessarily I was just saying that cereal is hard on your body and its no wonder you got sick. However you should stick to fresh raw foods for a bit after your fast because they are easiest to digest - you don't want to freak your digestive system out right away. Also you need to refeed and renurish....raw plant foods are the best for this. I'm not really talking about weight here more about doing this the healthiest way.

Good Life Mama commented on 04 Dec 2010

@kailynstar89 Thanks! I follow 80/10/10 or low fat raw vegan - check out Dr. Graham's book on the matter he explains everything much better than I can. I do eat greens and some veggies if I was just eating mangoes & bananas that was because I had a ton right from the backyard and didn't want them to go to waste. Protein posioning is much more common then difficency it just comes in the form of cancer, tumors, and organs shutting down.

Good Life Mama commented on 15 Nov 2010

@arrggxpirate Hi there!! No I didn't however I did stretching, very light rebounding (just for lymph clearing effect), and some brisk walking here and there. You should never be doing anything that your breath is quickened during fasting because your heart rate is already so high. Fast should equal rest!! You will actually get rid of more junk the more energy you conserve - good luck & let me know if you have any other questions!!

Good Life Mama commented on 29 Oct 2010

@thegoldenboy294 Ah there were sooo many!!! If you check out my channel page I list a lot of the physical results - I definitely reached an amazing level of connection with the earth and my surroundings. I don't really think my memory changed much - I've always had a pretty crappy memory so maybe it was so bad the change didn't seem like much :) Other than that I can pretty much say every aspect of my life improved with fasting.

Muthafckn Playfull commented on 24 Apr 2012

Hello There, Im struggling with my weight right now im 18 im 5'2 and i weigh 189 :,( no matter wat i do i cant lose weight, i was considering to water fast to see how that would work out but i dnt know how to start it out or for how long ,:/ can you please help me out? my goal is to lose as much weight as i can, i have a boyfreind and he went to the army he went for trainig he is comeing back in august i want to surprise him(,:

Rebecca Ramirez commented on 21 Jun 2011

Wow I am glad someone else did a month fast! I am currently on day nine of my fast and I plan on doing it for another 38 days. I know it sounds really crazy but I am doing it for weightloss reasons and I am very motivated. I started out at 208 (I know UGH!) and I am now currently 195. I drink only water, green tea and I do very light moderate excersize like walking or lifting 1 pound weights. My goal is to get down to 145-155.

Good Life Mama commented on 02 Oct 2010

@halexa28 Gaining back weight is very easy if you don't follow the right diet & introduce exercise when your able to. Personally I don't think there was an odor...in fact through the fast that is one thing that diminished for me although I hadn't eaten meat in years so that may have helped. For me the sleep was bad but my sleep before the fast was always bad. Some days energy was low other days it was high. Hope this helps!!

Ravishing Beast commented on 11 Mar 2011

You want the truth? You look fantastic! Amazing transformation and thanks for sharing the pics. It gives inspiration as to what can be accomplished. What's most impressive is that you're keeping the weight right where it was when you broke the fast and you changed your eating habits and lifestyle, from the sounds of it. Boy, do I have my work cut out for me on my journey. Sigh. Bravo to you and thanks again!

Good Life Mama commented on 16 Aug 2010

@naughtyangeleyes Congrats on day 2!! I am 5'6" and as far as the chest dilema....they did get smaller but not saggier. I didn't get any saggy skin with the weight loss & I do believe that is because of all the water. I also don't mind that they shrunk a bit...the rest of me shrunk so they still fill out my chest. If your feeling dizzy & having headaches drink more water!!! Hope this helps :) Keep it going!!

Good Life Mama commented on 31 Jul 2010

@bluewildflower12 That all depends on your diet, exercise, lifestyle after the fast. If you binge & eat junk then you will gain the weight back. If you don't exercise when your ready you might gain the weight back. It all just depends if you change the habits you had which got you to the point of needing to fast. Fasting is a quick way to get to a certain point but you must change yourself to stay there.

angelica7543 commented on 05 Jun 2013

MissLamentful! If you have a heart condition I advice you do this under supervision, and maybe do a juice-fast rather than water? I recommend you talk to someone who can guide you through. I've gone through two juice fasts with these people detox-international(dot)com maybe they could help you to, or at least give some sound advice before you start, so you stay safe. Happy detoxing!! :-)

Rebecca Ramirez commented on 15 Oct 2012

I started at 225 pouds at size 17 in jeans. I weighed 175 when I returned from my trip. Sadly I now weigh 200. My husband is my work out partner now. I tell you though, you can work out 30 minutes a day but the key is what you put in your body. When it came to food, I only ate natural food. Meaning nothing in a package and nothing processed. Thats how I lose so much weight last year.

watermelonquack commented on 16 Feb 2011

Hi, I wanted to say that you might have actually been reacting to eating the tortilla more than the salt. With the amount of processing that wheat goes through, a huge number of people have developed gluten sensitivities. Same thing happened with me, and after I cut out eating gluten for a few weeks, I had it again for a day and instantly put on 3 lbs, and I felt spacey and horrible.

Rebecca Ramirez commented on 05 Nov 2011

@sn9696 Yeah I realized on day 7 that I needed to be careful with my daily activiy. Even walking up the stairs made me dizy. So with my job I realized I couldnt do a 40 fast like I wanted! But it was ok, I made up for it by eating only fruits and vegtables on the days I had to work and fasted on my days off. I ended up lookin 30 pounds in a month so it wasnt a complete failure :)

shanice589 commented on 10 Mar 2011

ur such an inspiration i start my first water fast 2morow not sure how long it will last but i know it will help to get me on the right part spiritually and hopefully it can help me to fight my emotional eating. i've tried green smoothie fast which helped me lose some 10 lbs and gain so much energy. i wondered if i can move to a juice fast after a water fast?

Good Life Mama commented on 04 Aug 2010

@sean5839 During the fast I felt so connected with the earth - the feelings were truely amazing & I've stayed quite connected. I did however loose that a bit towards the end as I was antsy & bored with resting all the time. If I ever do a long term fast in the future it will only be for the spiritual aspects of the fast as I want to develop that a bit more.

Alexa Salazar commented on 24 Sep 2010

Mindy , I has been reading and watching videos about water fasting, and many people say that they gain weight back, 8-10 pounds, other said that they are more overweight than when they started, can you please let me know about you experinence, what was the worst part for you and low energy and the odor , the last one is pretty bad, people can smell it.

Rebecca Ramirez commented on 10 Oct 2012

When I came back home I went back to my old eating habits and stopped working out and over time I gained back my old weight in one year. To keep the weight off we have to continue the work out otherwise its not going to happen. I kicking my ass again into gear cus I want to get back to that size I was when I came back to the states :)

Good Life Mama commented on 02 Oct 2010

@juldkr Well thank you so much for your kind words!! I really appreciate you taking the time to share which definitley keeps me pushing on!! You are going on an amazing adventure & I wish you happiness in every moment. Please let me know if you have any questions or if you just want to vent. When do you plan on starting your fast?

Good Life Mama commented on 18 Mar 2011

@mayamehr Hello!! Sure you will have ups and downs throughout the day so take advantage of when you are feeling well. Also if you find your mind is actually moving too quickly & your having a hard time focusing take time to meditate & let go of everything. Don't force it but find ways to make it work. Good luck to you!!

Good Life Mama commented on 17 Mar 2011

@RavishingBeyond Thank you so much for taking the time to send such positivity! Stay focused and you can do anything. This is really just a small mind game and the results are more than you could ever ask for. good luck to you and I hope your journey is a lovely experience. Love & light!!

Good Life Mama commented on 25 Aug 2010

@FruitIslandGirl Sure thing!! You can email here on youtube, blog directly to one of my videos, or check me out on facebook (link on my channel page) - which ever you prefer!! Good luck & stay strong through the first couple days - it WILL get easier!!

My Water Fasting Experience (3 weeks post fast/LFRV)

Day 8-21 Post fast!! THREE WEEKS LFRV!! April 22nd 2010 (Guam is a day ahead of the states) TOPICS: Routine RIPE FRUIT!! Exercise (or lack there of) Overt ...

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Good Life Mama commented on 23 Apr 2010

@myroadhome I was definitley more acive than I was supposed to be. There were quite a few days when I would drive to town and run errands, garden for a couple hours, or just do housework. I would just make sure the rest time I did have was as good as can be - quite & long relaxing in bed. If a long term water fast would be too much try doing 3-7 days followed with a week of juicing/fresh fruits/green smoothies - there are so many options all with great benefits.

Good Life Mama commented on 03 May 2010

@trishht I drank senna leaf tea the night before I started my fast to help clean my digestive system but no other teas/supplements after that. I think during a fast herbal teas could be dangerous because they stimulate particular organs when maybe your body is already in the process of healing something else. I just wanted to do it naturally. I would say I can't really notice any loose skin - since I was hydrated I think it all rubberbanded back :)

Good Life Mama commented on 23 Apr 2010

If its the carbs your missing fruit is full of them - just eat enough earlier in the day. The past two days without the overt fats have been amazing. I am eating three large oranges for breakfast, couple kiwi an hour later, 10 banana & 10 date smoothie for lunch, celery an hour before dinner, and greens w/ tomato & cucumber for dinner. I think I might even throw in a couple days of strictly fruit & see how that goes.

myroadhome commented on 22 Apr 2010

# Looks like you are doing GREAT! I think I might try cutting out the avo and nuts for a week or so as well - good idea. Its tough when that is what I supplement for the carbs. Perhaps I will try for a few days and take it from there. I can't wait to do a WF too. I am just so busy I dont know how I will find the time to be at home for so long. Were you very active will on the WF? Thanks for the update.

Good Life Mama commented on 01 Jun 2010

@Exzentrisch1883 Yes this is very normal. Sleep especially in the first week is hard. All you can do is try and don't give up! Lay down, relax your whole body, and just clear your mind, deep slow breathes - its really hard but try not to get back up - its very tempting! The last thing you want to do is get frustrated.

Billie Jordan commented on 24 Apr 2010

Just wanted to let you know, I'm still tuning in... And I loved what you said about being able to just get up and do... rather than thinking about what you have to do and when are you gonna do it. I guess that's a trait of a healthy person.... Hmmm Never thought of it that way. -Billie

trishita s commented on 03 May 2010

Girl you have a determination give me some too.I tried the water fast at least 4 times and would break it by evening ;-).BUt this time I promise myself to make it no matter what.Did you take any herbal teas/supplements while water fasting.Did you get any loose skin

Good Life Mama commented on 01 May 2010

@roseshields2010 So far so good! I am at the exact weight this morning that I ended my fast on and I STILL don't have a decent exercise plan down :( This week I really need to stick to a schedule!! I am doing my one month post fast video later today!

Good Life Mama commented on 01 Jun 2010

@Exzentrisch1883 Thanks!! Good luck on your fast - the first couple days are hard but just think of the end result and be strong! You can do this!

My Water Fasting Experience - Common Questions, Answers, & Tips!

Common Questions & Answers!! June 13th 2010 (Guam is a day ahead of the states) TOPICS: Do you have to do anything leading up to water fasting?

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kmaven04 commented on 22 Dec 2010

i'm just going to say it, i love your videos. Theyve helped me on my water fasting SOOO much. before i felt so self righteous like "pfft i can do this without doing that" I started raw eating 4 weeks ago, then started a juice fast and slowly transitioned into a water fast and MAN that has helped just like you said. Its amazing how much different i feel. You are awesome and i appreciate these so much. =] oh and btw, your before and afters are AMAZING. i also have lots of questions about LFRV.

Effy Liz commented on 09 Apr 2012

In laymans terms, ketosis is when your brain uses ketones from your fat rather than glucose from muscle tissue to fuel your body which means during a fast/ketosis you will lose mostly fat and not muscle. If you're gonna fast always make sure you prepare for it the day or two before. If you binge or have a big meal the day before, it'll be extra hard since the sugar and stuff will still be in the system and you crave it. Just take each day as it comes, don't obsess over it. Good luck.

dreamer6366 commented on 10 Oct 2012

Thank You for this informative video. The most I water fasted was only three days. This video has motivated me to do a water fast for at least five days. I love water fasting. It's one of the best things that has happened to me, and when I water fast I get a lot of inner peace and that's the best feeling. When I water fast I feel like I am on my vacation, my stress level would minimize and I am a lot more in control of my emotions. I can't stress more how much I love water fasting.

Good Life Mama commented on 16 Aug 2010

@RadIOHeaDdooood Wow - that's the best compliment I've ever received!! Love that she's a vegan as well

Neha B commented on 26 Dec 2011

If I wanted to have almond milk with coffee granules in it during a water fast, would that slow down the weight loss? Or almond milk with cinnamon? Doesn't cinnamon make metabolism faster? And you wouldn't really be eating? Or just plain almond milk? Is it ok Will you lose the same amount of weight or will it slow the weight loss down? Please reply ASAP!!

allshall perish commented on 15 Jul 2012

a month ago i weighed 295, my heaviest weight im 5'6. This past month i worked very hard i went to the gym everyday i stopped over eating and was on a fruit and vegetable diet. Sometimes grains when i felt very weak. I lost almost 30 pounds. At the moment I weigh about 265. Im going on a 40 day Water fast starting today. I know I can do it

Good Life Mama commented on 11 Apr 2011

@ladydipset88 I got it early and then it was gone for quite awhile. I actually did a video on it - check out my channel page if interested. But yeah its very common for it to go away for a bit. You are healing your body and doing a reset so the reproductive system is not exempt from this. Hope this helps!!

Good Life Mama commented on 31 Jan 2011

@MarijuanaGood4U No I don't have a job that I "go" to. I was taking online classes and doing volunteer work during the fast. I just cut out the volunteer work. If you find it an issue then just try a juice fast - many people have great results with that.

Good Life Mama commented on 10 Feb 2011

@ryan62468 Thank you so much Ryan for all your lovely comments :D What a great heart you have for going out of your way to brighten someone's day. Much love to you & please let me know if you have any questions. Good luck on your journey

Miickey1436 commented on 12 May 2011

Is it alright to incorporate green tea without sugar with just water for a 30 day fast? I want to try going a week but I'll be more than happy to do longer if I can last that long :) thanks for the uploads, they helped alot

Good Life Mama commented on 05 Jul 2010

@emopunkrockstar00 Can you just get oranges and suck the juice out? Sunny D isn't really that great and full of sugar. You don't want white sugar to be one of the first things you consume - its like a drug.

Good Life Mama commented on 14 Jan 2011

@kmaven04 Thank you so much for your kind words!! So glad this is working for you and what an amazing journey you are on!! YAY!! Please let me know if you have any questions at all!! Hope you are well!

Emerald City Stoners commented on 14 Jul 2011

I'm thinking about doing a water fast. I'm on day 9 of 10 of The Master Cleanse Diet, so thanks for making this video. It's good to know this and I'm sure the links will come in handy. Thanks again.

Phukyou Notusingmyrealname commented on 31 Jan 2011

@sweetp888t oh...so do u have a boyfriend? you're cute, i'm cute, you're 28, i'm 27. let's put this fasting aside and go have dinner :) what do u say? btw i won't take no for an answer

salvatore gooding commented on 07 Jan 2013

Hi I'm a 15 year old boy and I weigh around 150 - 155 lbs and I am 5 ft 2 and was wondering can i lose 20 lbs in a week plz message me back or email me at [email protected]

Good Life Mama commented on 17 May 2011

@Miickey1436 If you must have something go with lemon in your water. Green tea usually has caffiene and even in very small amounts can do damage while fasting.

soldatheero commented on 20 Nov 2014

Good video. not sure about the OJ to break the fast though, people say it has too much sugar and that it spikes your insulin levels. seems to make sense

c8Lorraine1 commented on 06 Apr 2013

Kombucha drink will help with all the toxic reactions that happen with a fast. It is the single way to flush toxic metals from your system

Jack Hu commented on 05 Jan 2012

if someone adopts alternative fasting as a lifestyle, then is there a need for a longer fasts like 5 days, for health reasons?.

Neha B commented on 26 Dec 2011

@kimdukh Fasting actually makes your mind and eyesight sharper, and you can memorize and understand stuff faster,if I'm correct

Eddie Patin commented on 15 May 2012

I'm sure someone has asked this, but will drinking black coffee during a water fast prevent Ketosis? Do you know?

globalsecrets36 commented on 03 Jan 2012

@FusterCluck83 fasting simply makes you more aware. But don't forget, that memory is also about using mnemonics.

LeahLove commented on 21 Dec 2012

You dont understand how much this video helped mee. FINNALY I found a inspirational video. I love itt (:

Stormraught commented on 14 Apr 2012

I watched your journey through the fasting! I look forward to my own fast starting in two weeks :D

myroadhome commented on 15 Jun 2010

Hmm, maybe I will join you on the June 21st wf - awesome. I loved this q&a vid btw. Thanks!

Good Life Mama commented on 01 Feb 2011

@MarijuanaGood4U Thanks for the offer but I'm married...will you take that for an answer?

My 2nd Water Fasting Experience - Breaking the fast & results!!!

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Saicha Grant-Allen commented on 27 Mar 2016

I know I am not seeing this until years after this video has been made. But, I just realized that you had finished your previous water fast at 142lbs, and now you have lost 9 pounds with this water fast and now are 138lbs which means that you gained. I am not judging you by any means, but rather I was wondering why you may think this weight loss came about? I am currently on a 16 day water fast and am looking to fully dive into a Fully Raw Vegan Lifestyle, but I want to be sure to keep the weight off. With that being said, do you have any advice on how to keep the weight off.. or what you may have ate or done that may have caused you to have that weight gain prior to the 2nd fasting experience? Thank-you.

Good Life Mama commented on 11 Feb 2011

@ryan62468 I guess sack isn't very accurate but sounds a lot nicer than what it is :) Its more like a film. Anyway it is a bit unpleasant &definitely not something I look forward to but afterward the world is good & a nap is in order. The first fast when I started to get "the feeling" (like big rain clouds rushing past your face) I thought something was wrong. I always sit on the toilet when I don't feel good & low & behold that's what it was :D The second fast I had the same feeling - weird.

Good Life Mama commented on 27 Jun 2010

@pirucreek I would think a weekly 3 day fast could end up messing with the metabolism. I say wait at least a month maybe even two. At least wait until you are feeling totally normal and working out regularly - you need to feel that. If I were you I wouldn't be so concerned about the walking. For what you've said you need to heal quite a bit - take it easy & allow that especially in the beginning. Later in the fast you might get days where you feel invinsible - then get a lot of walking in.

pirucreek commented on 27 Jun 2010

I am still on the fast, it has been 72 hours on the fast as I started. I get a little dizzy now and then but it passes. I have no hunger desire, which is rather strange. 261. So Tomorrow I might hit 260. I am just taking 1 day at a time. I noticed some people do 60 day fasts but the one guy on youtube nobrackets looked sick around day 40 and said he was vomiting for 10 days. However, my game plan is to take it day by day.

Good Life Mama commented on 27 Jun 2010

@pirucreek Yes one day at a time & it some like vomiting happens then don't try to be some "hero" - your body isn't happy then break it and move on. Keep up the great work!!!!! For the dizziness - everytime you get up and are dizzy drink a glass of water. Next time get up a little slower. Glad the cravings (hunger is real - you just had a mental want) are gone - feels liberating - right!?!?!!?

pirucreek commented on 27 Jun 2010

What I like to know is if I stop this water fast after say 8 days, how long do I have to wait til a can start another 8-10 day fast. Some person on google said they do a 3 day fast every weekend. I only walked 4500 steps yesterday, but will try to get my 6000 in today. It is nice to know I can travel, and save money by not buying any food.

Good Life Mama commented on 15 Jul 2010

@Sophiphrenia WATERMELON!!! Or any melon really but watermelon is the easiest to get ripe. Get some melons and munch on them for a couple days and then add in banana milk (couple bananas blended with water until fluid consistency). Good luck on 40 days!!! let me know if you have any other questions!!

Good Life Mama commented on 05 Oct 2010

@kalliski1 I'm sorry I missed your question until now. I would not recommend it. Milk forms mucus in your body and we are not meant to drink milk into adulthood and especially from another animal. Fruit juice sounds much tastier!!!

Journey4AHealthierMe commented on 15 Sep 2011

thats sounds great im about to break a fast in the next two days but im concerned about the sugar in the fruits especially the water melon isnt that alot of sugar idk im new to this thats why i ask?

Good Life Mama commented on 23 Sep 2011

@Journey4AHealthierMe No not at all. Fruit Sugar doesn't affect your body the way regular sugar does. Watermelon is the most perfect food to use to break a fast. Don't be worried about fruit sugar.

Sophiphrenia commented on 14 Jul 2010

Hi there!! I'm fasting right now, but I have a question. I am allergic to citrus fruits, ESPECIALLY oranges. I was wondering how you think I shouls break my fast. I'm doing it for 40 days :)

Good Life Mama commented on 27 Jun 2010

@pirucreek skinbrushing, stretching, sunbathing, brisk short :) walk, rebounding, hot/cold shower therapy, massage, probably other I just can't recall.

Good Life Mama commented on 08 Jul 2010

@jesussaves36 I do but I don't use it very much. I'm on facebook though.... check my channel page for the link if your interested :D

frnknsns commented on 27 Nov 2011

thank you for your guidance !!! ( just wrapping up my 1st 7 day water fast )...please stop by my channel !

Natasha M commented on 22 Oct 2011

so orange juice like i could have the store bough kind? or do you mean juicing oranges?

squig792000 commented on 17 Oct 2012

i jus completed 7 day fast. no sense sticking to just fruits n veges that long....

kalliski1 commented on 11 Sep 2010

hey! could one break the fast with some skimmed milk?

Leah Griswold commented on 27 Jun 2010

So happy for you! Keep rockin' it! :P

LovinJae12 commented on 27 Mar 2011

I love your videos! Please make more!

pirucreek commented on 27 Jun 2010

How do you pump the limph?

squig792000 commented on 17 Oct 2012

you're wrong.

My Water Fasting Experience - Day 3 Post - Why Raw Vegan?

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Abyssalgates commented on 11 Aug 2010

Thank you sweet. Yes, i been having regular bowel movements. Last one I had was 5 days ago. I did a salt water flush only one time in the first week and that was it because I read on curezone that it's not necessary, your body will flush itself out. That is so true. But I haven't been taking any vitamins, just water since day one nothing else. I feel great, so much energy, I do go outside and walk twice a day, but I don't overexert myself. I keep myself active in the house(cleaning, cooking, etc

Abyssalgates commented on 14 Aug 2010

@sweetp888t Ok, I just broke my fast today. I have been peeing clear the last two days since I up'd my water intake. I felt what it seemed like true hunger yesterday. Overwhelming stomach craving, numbness in mouth and throat. So just to make sure I waited one more day. Woke up with the same symptons so I didn't want to prolong the fast.. I broke it with fresh orange juice diluted with water. Never knew orange juice can get better lol. Thank you for all your advice :). Now must stay on the path.

Gene Kehoe commented on 12 Apr 2011

i think its great you have such dedication but anorexia is such a serious issue and encouraging people to lose wait or become vegan i dont really agree with. my gf has anorexia and thankfully she is on the mend. but she started off also reading a book about it, then changed her diet became a vegitarian, then a vegan then way to thin. i completely disagree that it should be taught in school because this only encourages weight loss. athletes and sports personal cannot become elite on a raw vegan

Kristina Korb commented on 03 Apr 2011

Thanks for this video- I was in desperate need for it! I was a low-fat raw vegan for half a year and it was amazing: I had abundant energy, I ate as much as I wanted and didn't worry about weight (which is a concerning issue for a college female), my skin was great/ acne finally went away, etc. But I stopped and started eating 'regular' foods and all the horrid things came back and it only pushed me further from raw veganism, prompting binges, lots of alcohol, big sweet tooth, etc. So I decided

Abyssalgates commented on 12 Aug 2010

@sweetp888t Thank you for your prayers. Yes, I will stay clear of the alcohol on the 21. I'm going to cook for them but that is all. Mingle for a few, then go home. No need to jeopardize all the hard work I accomplished just for one night. Today I drank 1 1/2 gallon of water, tried to finish 2 but my stomach felt full. My urine did clear up a bit, but not as clear as It should be. Will continue on this life changing and spiritual journey. You inspire me to keep going and live a healthier life.

Abyssalgates commented on 11 Aug 2010

Hi sweetp. Your videos are so inspirational. I'm on day 37 of a 40 day water fast.. This is my first time ever fasting. Surprisingly, it wasn't as bad as I expected. All about will power. Breaking it soon, can't wait. I always ate meat and processed foods and it's going to be hard for me to stay on the green path after I break my fast. But hearing you're positive msg is going to help me stay on the healthy path. All the best for you on your second fast. I plan on fasting twice a yr from now on

Good Life Mama commented on 14 Jan 2011

@pirucreek Hello there!!! So good to hear from you! Glad to hear you stuck with it for that long - that's a huge accomplishment & the holidays do make it so hard to stick with anything!! I've been thinking of doing a fast but I think I will be waiting until spring time. It is dry season here so I'm loving the outdoor activities right now & resting doesn't sound like fun. I will keep you posted!! I'm also working on something a bit bigger & you will be one of the first to know if it happens!

Good Life Mama commented on 12 Jul 2010

@pirucreek Still not feeling 100%?!? Are you drinking enough of water? You should still be drinking as much water as when you were fasting - especially if you reintroduced COFFEE!! Look into hazelnut milk as a replacement for that. Make sure your getting enough calories as well - you don't want to starve yourself because youu body is depending on food for energy now not your stores. And just to clarify its oil pulling :D don't want anyone freaking out around here!! What else are you eating?

Good Life Mama commented on 11 Feb 2011

@ryan62468 Yeah it all depends on what diet you want to do and how pure you want to be. This world is full of junk and not just in the food. You really can't ever be absolutely perfect so if every now and again you want to have some food which don't normally fall into your diet - ENJOY them!! Like make sure you savor them and don't feel bad about it. Studies have shown that the way you feel about your food actually affects how your body receives it - weird but makes sense. Just don't binge!

pirucreek commented on 21 Jul 2010

@sweetp888t I feel pretty good overall Body,mind,energy. Soph I read your message. I took a 1/4 teaspoon of sea salt yesterday along with 2 flintstone vitamin pills, and stomach pains seem to have gone away. They were going away anyways. Was going to buy a treadmill since I was falling short of my steps, however walking in place with a pedometer (omron usb walmart.com $30 I give 5 stars I connected it to my key chain) is a free alternative and does not waste space. I'll give an update ltr.

pirucreek commented on 27 Jul 2010

I was reading on the 30 bananas site, where a member had a rash on her face. I tried to sign up, but they wouldn't let me unless I dedicated myself to 811. She said she ate a lot of mangoes. I wanted to respond, be careful of the skin of a mango it contains urushoil, the same chemical in poison oak.sumac, if sensitive it could send you to the hospital and give you rashes like it did me. Thanks for pressing 811, but I worry that not eating fish/meat is bad for the skin and life expectancy.

Good Life Mama commented on 05 Jul 2010

@pirucreek I gained weight but I lost inches during that time. A lot of diets do seem very convincing but look at the food you were drawn to - was it not fruit? That's because its the most perfect food for our bodies. Give a baby an apple and a bunny...what do you think it will play with & what will it want to eat? If you eat a diet with 30% fat then you will soon enough be made of 30% fat. Have fun on your trips!! And good luck with your fasts - I might do banana island here in a little.

Abyssalgates commented on 11 Aug 2010

Yea, I weighed 310 lbs when i started fasting. I was a smoker, drinker, smoked weed and went cold turkey to put my full focus and energy for the fast. And the fast weened me off these addictions. Im free from them and never been happier. But I'm nervous, cuz I have to go to a bday party on Aug 21 and there is going to be liquor. Plus, i will be going through the recovery process of breaking the fast. Only have one week to recover before the party. Is it safe to have a drink or too soon?

pirucreek commented on 09 Jul 2010

Got back from trip and sad that I am at 259. I think I gained back water weight. The game plan is to eat 80% fruit the next couple weeks. I also want to add in some weight training. I was light headed the 5th and 6th, so I was not 100% before. Bought a 5 lb sack of tree ripened oranges from Pala and they are really good. GL on banana island. I am going to eat a variety of fruits for awhile, which will be vast improvement. Like to C how your BI works I could only find one Utube vid on it

Sophiphrenia commented on 15 Jul 2010

Wow, you are such an inspiration. Right now I am on Day 2 (of 40) of my water fast, and I am actually doing pretty well. The detox symptoms are little to none. Maybe because I've been a vegetarian for 5 years. Although, I have gained weight due to a lot of junk, sugary candy and donuts, etc.. I actually planned on going vegan even before I found the fasting. In your opinion, is just vegan much worse than raw vegan? Also, I've read that green tea is good while fasting. What's ur opinion?

pirucreek commented on 12 Jul 2010

258 morning. I don't think I was drinking enough water, just drank a liter and feel good. I am really not in that bad of shape, just wanted to write something. I had oranges, garlic, worst watermelon I have eaten white-pink but fresh, taste like cucumber, 5 nectarines, 1 pkg of mushrooms in olive oil cooked. Multi-grain chips with trader joes salsa. 1 slice of pastrami. Banana. It could be the garlic (or coffee) said it was product of China and I usually never eat garlic. Thanks again.

pirucreek commented on 05 Jul 2010

I feel normal. For some reason I am eating about 1500 calories/day, but I presently weigh 253. I think I need 3000 to maintain my weight. Yes, I want to do another fast, but I want to wait about 1 month. I am going on a trip for 4 days tomorrow then the week after that jury duty. Then I want to go to the Sierras. Next time you might invite people that don't post videos to post updates in the chat box. I have watched about 100 fasting videos. I will keep my eyes out to see when you are

Good Life Mama commented on 16 Jul 2010

@Sophiphrenia As far as teas & stuff such as this they can overstimulate certain organs which may take away from what the body is trying to do at that moment so I say go clean. Vegan is definitely better than many diets however it can be done incorretly as well - relying on crappy carbs & soy would be one way to jack it up. Just make sure 51% of your food is raw so you can counteract the cooked. Huge smoothie for breakfast & huge salad for lunch & then your vegan cooked for dinner :)

pirucreek commented on 27 Jul 2010

I would like to do 811, not because it is the normal diet of man, it should be the future diet of man. I think if you read the "Man the Hunter" book and cave paintings we are omnivores. But if I could be assured that I am not hurting my longevity eating nuts and fruit, I would do so. Instead of amber waves of grain and corn, I would like to see them replaced with fruit and nut trees. Not dependent on farmers (grains) or killing animals. Bushman main staple was morongo nuts, allowing

pirucreek commented on 29 Jun 2010

Thanks for the video. I will try to eliminate all oil-wheat-flour from my diet. I love fruit and could easily become a fruitarian with some nuts and veggies. I live in Los Angeles and it is really heard to avoid all the places to eat. I love pizza. So I was thinking maybe 90% eat right and 10% eat bad. My weight had stabilized and dropped 5 lbs with all the walking before the fast. Day 5 (or 6 not sure myself), 257.5 lbs, no problems went for 6000 steps today and was feeling great.

pirucreek commented on 25 Jul 2010

I will keep reading your stuff at 30bananas and the other sites (rawfoodexplained) as a non-member. I had a wild Berry smoothie at McDonalds today, was wondering what you think of this beast. GL mariamiii17, 4 day water fast is still great, the 7 lbs was probably water. If you are going to break try 1/2 orange juice, 1/2 water and fruit. Last couple days I am near 100% but a little weak. Anyways thanks for this wonderful series, and if I have problems I will surely post. Thank you.

pirucreek commented on 01 Jul 2010

Forgot to answer one of your questions. I will definitely be breaking morning July 1, 2, or 3. Presently Day 7 253.5 June 30. I like water fasting might do it again for 5 days in a month thank you for all your help. Walked in another supermarket today, bought a watermelon. Best thing in store was a pineapple. If I can avoid fast foods, why can't I in a week. I think I just like getting out. What raw greens do you like the best? Other than fruit, greens, and nuts, what can you eat?

Good Life Mama commented on 06 Aug 2010

@MissAshface I eat plenty of carbs & sugary food....FRUIT!! The weight gain was mostly due to salt I'm sure. When you aren't consuming excess salt & drinking plenty of water you carry no water weight - it just flushes your system and doesn't stick around. If you add in salt then you hold onto it. My weight may have evened out without going right back on LFRV...don't know but don't want to find out. I love the way I eat & wouldn't have it any other way. Good luck with your fast!!

pirucreek commented on 16 Jan 2011

Thank you for responding. Well I did another 10 day fast starting December 31st at midnight I figured out how to start. Buy a case of water and put it abut 6 1 liter bottles around places you sit thus water is always near you. I am going to do another 10 day fast in February. I want to fast down to 200. There are more fasters now. There were about 4 solid fasters that made youtube videos everyday which makes it fun and gives support. I looking forward to see what you are up to.

Good Life Mama commented on 11 Aug 2010

@Abyssalgates NO. Has it always been like that? Before & during the fast? You are definitely not drinking enough water or you have something seriously wrong. How much are you drinking & how much do you weigh? Brown pee is never ok - is it brown or just dark dark yellow? Seriously drink water constantly until you see a change & then drink until it becomes clear. If there is no change get checked out. big congrats on 37days!! forward to 40 as long as the pee issue is worked out!!

pirucreek commented on 25 Jul 2010

I think this might be my last post until Sept 22, when you do your next seasonal water fast. I lost my pedometer today, and I am happy about it. I was getting too obsessed with getting my steps in. 10 minute of walking is 1000 steps anyways. Thanks for posting on 811 and I will be heading towards it. It is not hard I love fruits, nuts, dried fruits - greens are hard to eat. I think you should look into running a fasting clinic as a possible career. I am 260 - 45 years- Male.

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Good Life Mama commented on 24 Jun 2010

@morejuana Wow MoreJuana - congrats!! 811 is short for The 80/10/10 Diet which is a lifestyle created by Dr. Doug Graham and is a more specific approach to low fat raw vegan. Usually when someone says 811, 80-10-10, low fat raw vegan (LFRV) they are talking about the same thing. Although Dr. Graham follow a natural hygiene approach so I guess in all reality you could be LFRV and eat things like hot peppers, onions, garlic, vinegar, oils which is not part of 811 or natural hygiene.

kmaven04 commented on 09 Jul 2010

I am on my 4th day of water fasting, and i was really feeling down, having killer cravings and wanting to break my fast. I was terribly emotional and getting irritated with the fasting, after watching all of your videos, i cannot tell you how much you have helped me feel like i can continue. I am going to keep going and power through all of the bad feelings. thanks so much and i will let you know how it goes! thanks for your videos and fasting advice. =] - kristi gaskin!

morejuana commented on 25 Jun 2010

@sweetp888t Great, well I'll get started on that after my fast. On the last day of my fast, I'll do juicing, then eat leafy veggies. I'll read up more on the 811 and the LFRV, I don't eat things with vinegar, but I love hot peppers, onions, and garlic! I don't use any perfumes or lotions (other than oil and shea butter) on my skin. Gave up those things in 2008 when I first was inspired by my fiance to fast. I feel so much better now, since I've changed my life!

Good Life Mama commented on 24 Jun 2010

@PDWhiteGirl No I don't not during fasting or when I'm not, I've read that herbal teas over stimulate certain organs and while fasting your body is doing what needs to be done & if you add something like that in it has to leave its current task & deal with this irritation you introduced. The body is very intelligent & self healing so I would rather let it do what needs to be done.

pirucreek commented on 24 Jun 2010

It would be nice to have links to the other water fast vlogs. I am trying it, but don't post my nick, because I like to cheat on my fast and will probably fail in 3 hours. I am also doing 6000 steps a day.

Mk M commented on 23 Jun 2010

lol! Today is day 3 of my water fast too!!!!!! I had 2 days of a bit of veggie juice to get me started- so really I believe I'm on day 5 :) It helps me to feel like I'm progressing

Good Life Mama commented on 24 Jun 2010

@pirucreek Just do a search for the names here on youtube - I list all of them in the next video with names written out & if they are doing videos

morejuana commented on 23 Jun 2010

Congrats! I've been reading your blog on 30bananas a day. Have lots of questions. What is an 811...pardon my ignorance. I'm on day 10!

Good Life Mama commented on 24 Jun 2010

@pirucreek Fruitarian all the way baby!! I'm low fat raw vegan (80-10-10 specifically) and I eat about 90% fruit - DELICIOUS!!!

thrftstore commented on 23 Jun 2010

Glad to see you are doing well. I too made a video for the start of my fast. Thanks again for the inspiration.

Good Life Mama commented on 24 Jun 2010

@MultigrainUnderwear I'm sorry - I wrote you down on a differnt part of my sheet & missed it :(

myroadhome commented on 23 Jun 2010

Whahoo, day 3! You are doing great - on water today finally, d1. May post vid tomorrow.

Good Life Mama commented on 09 Jul 2010

@kmaven04 Eyes on the prize baby!!! Stay strong & the possibilities are endless

Good Life Mama commented on 24 Jun 2010

@pirucreek I've been following low fat raw vegan since my last water fast

Lauren B commented on 23 Jun 2010

you're doing awesome! congratulations on another day completed !

PRETTY2P1NK commented on 23 Jun 2010

Yes I'm going to make videos, I will be posting one today!

Good Life Mama commented on 24 Jun 2010

@nichole337biggestfan thank you!! How are YOU doing??

dethbed77 commented on 23 Jan 2011

What a good looking girl.... keep up the great work.

Good Life Mama commented on 24 Jun 2010

@totoanialtion sweet!! Glad its going well for you!

pirucreek commented on 24 Jun 2010

Have you researched being a fruitarian or paleo?

Good Life Mama commented on 24 Jun 2010

@PRETTY2P1NK Awesome!!

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