Fasting for 72 hours is the best medicine in the world.
It stimulates your body to "eat" tumors, inflammation, and toxins.
It's literally an inner doctor.
This is how to fast properly (according to science): 🧵
Many people think fasting is only for weight loss or to give the digestive system a break.
But the "magic" happens at the cellular level through autophagy.
This is where the body literally begins to devour itself.
Autophagy = cellular cleanup.
During prolonged fasting, cells begin recycling damaged proteins, dysfunctional mitochondria, and even early-stage cancer cells.
The body finally has a chance to eliminate the accumulated waste that has been causing inflammation and disease.
What does science say about fasting?
A 2014 USC study showed that 72-hour fasts triggered the regeneration of white blood cells from stem cells, essentially reactivating the immune system.
It's well known that fasting works for many conditions.
But why? Because...
It addresses a root cause that modern medicine often overlooks:
The accumulation of cellular debris, damaged proteins, and weakened mitochondria causes chronic inflammation.
Removing these allows for natural healing.
Now that you understand the science, here's how to perform a 72-hour fast:
Before you start: Prepare your body (2-3 days before) Start intermittent fasting (16:8 method) at least 3 days before your extended fast. Eat during an 8-hour window and fast for 16 hours. This gradually activates your metabolism to burn fat.
At the same time, reduce carbohydrates and increase healthy fats in the days leading up to the fast.
This begins your body's transition into ketosis even before you begin the full fast.
Good fats to focus on include avocado, olive oil, grass-fed butter, and MCT oil.
Hours 0-24: The Challenge Phase
The first 24 hours are challenging, but manageable.
Your body is shifting to burning fat, which causes hunger, irritability, and energy swings. This is normal and temporary.
Your hunger hormone, ghrelin, begins to stabilize after the first day.
Hours 24-48: The Transition Phase
Around 36 hours, many people report an increase in mental clarity and energy as ketones fuel the brain.
Growth hormone increases by 300%, preserving muscle mass and boosting fat burning.
Fat loss accelerates dramatically.
Hours 48-72: The Healing Phase
The last 24 hours are where the deepest healing occurs.
Chronic joint pain may disappear, along with other positive changes, during this phase.
Mental fogginess dissipates as inflammation subsides.
How to overcome it without suffering?
Drink 2 to 3 liters of pure water a day.
And supplement with electrolytes.
This reduces discomfort.
What can you consume during this 72-hour fast?
• Pure water (still or sparkling)
• Black coffee (no cream or sugar)
• Black tea (herbal or regular)
• Electrolytes (as listed above)
That's it. Purists only drink water.
The most important thing: How to break a fast?
• Start with bone broth.
• Wait an hour and then eat one or two scrambled eggs or avocado.
• Wait another hour before eating a light meal with protein and healthy fats.
• Avoid carbohydrates, sugar, and processed foods for at least 24 hours afterward.
Not eating for 72 hours isn't easy.
The first time is the hardest. The second is challenging, but manageable. By the third, you'll be surprised at how easy it becomes.
Your body learns and adapts, making each subsequent fast more comfortable.
The benefits accumulate.
Many people think fasting is only for weight loss or to give the digestive system a break.
But the "magic" happens at the cellular level through autophagy.
This is where the body literally begins to devour itself.
Autophagy = cellular cleanup.
During prolonged fasting, cells begin recycling damaged proteins, dysfunctional mitochondria, and even early-stage cancer cells.
The body finally has a chance to eliminate the accumulated waste that has been causing inflammation and disease.
What does science say about fasting?
A 2014 USC study showed that 72-hour fasts triggered the regeneration of white blood cells from stem cells, essentially reactivating the immune system.
It's well known that fasting works for many conditions.
But why? Because...
It addresses a root cause that modern medicine often overlooks:
The accumulation of cellular debris, damaged proteins, and weakened mitochondria causes chronic inflammation.
Removing these allows for natural healing.
Now that you understand the science, here's how to perform a 72-hour fast:
Before you start: Prepare your body (2-3 days before) Start intermittent fasting (16:8 method) at least 3 days before your extended fast. Eat during an 8-hour window and fast for 16 hours. This gradually activates your metabolism to burn fat.
At the same time, reduce carbohydrates and increase healthy fats in the days leading up to the fast.
This begins your body's transition into ketosis even before you begin the full fast.
Good fats to focus on include avocado, olive oil, grass-fed butter, and MCT oil.
Hours 0-24: The Challenge Phase
The first 24 hours are challenging, but manageable.
Your body is shifting to burning fat, which causes hunger, irritability, and energy swings. This is normal and temporary.
Your hunger hormone, ghrelin, begins to stabilize after the first day.
Hours 24-48: The Transition Phase
Around 36 hours, many people report an increase in mental clarity and energy as ketones fuel the brain.
Growth hormone increases by 300%, preserving muscle mass and boosting fat burning.
Fat loss accelerates dramatically.
Hours 48-72: The Healing Phase
The last 24 hours are where the deepest healing occurs.
Chronic joint pain may disappear, along with other positive changes, during this phase.
Mental fogginess dissipates as inflammation subsides.
How to overcome it without suffering?
Drink 2 to 3 liters of pure water a day.
And supplement with electrolytes.
This reduces discomfort.
What can you consume during this 72-hour fast?
• Pure water (still or sparkling)
• Black coffee (no cream or sugar)
• Black tea (herbal or regular)
• Electrolytes (as listed above)
That's it. Purists only drink water.
The most important thing: How to break a fast?
• Start with bone broth.
• Wait an hour and then eat one or two scrambled eggs or avocado.
• Wait another hour before eating a light meal with protein and healthy fats.
• Avoid carbohydrates, sugar, and processed foods for at least 24 hours afterward.
Not eating for 72 hours isn't easy.
The first time is the hardest. The second is challenging, but manageable. By the third, you'll be surprised at how easy it becomes.
Your body learns and adapts, making each subsequent fast more comfortable.
The benefits accumulate.
