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I tried the 5 day modified fast. Surprisingly easy.

2025-03-24 News & Politics
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I’m sharing my personal experience with the fasting mimicking diet (FMD). I’ll break down how it works, the science behind it, and whether it’s worth trying. I’ve been talking about fasting since 2014, but one of the few researchers exploring fasting at the time was Dr. Longo in California. He discovered that fasting triggers beneficial repair processes in the body, but fasting for five days can be tough. That’s where the fasting mimicking diet comes in — it allows you to eat small amounts of specially designed foods while still keeping your body in a fasting state. �� What You’ll Learn in This Video: ✅ How the fasting mimicking diet works and the science behind it ✅ Why lowering nutrient sensors like insulin and mTOR matters for health ✅ Health benefits shown in studies on weight loss, diabetes, cancer, and more ✅ My personal experience – what worked, what didn’t, and how it felt ✅ Pros: Structured, easier than water fasting, good taste, and convenient ✅ Cons: It's pricey, but it replaces five days of meals I’ve done water fasts before, and they’re not easy — especially on days 3 and 4. But the FMD made it much more manageable since you’re still eating a bit of food. Plus, it’s less stressful and more socially convenient when eating with family. I’ll also walk you through exactly what’s included in the FMD kit — from soups and bars to teas and vitamins — and share my thoughts on the taste and overall experience. If you’re curious about fasting or looking for an easier way to experience the benefits of fasting, this video is for you! �� Watch now and let me know your thoughts in the comments! ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ▶️ Timestamps/Chapters 00:00 – Intro 00:20 – Fasting Mimicking Diet 01:27 – How can a 5 day fast be made easier? 03:38 – Why Mimic Fasting? Why not just Fast? 05:52 – Extended fast on FMD: less food ‘obsession’ 06:55 – Disadvantage (Fasting Mimicking Diet) 7:53 – Prolon (Promoting health and longevity) 08:28 – 5-day program (Prolon) ============================= �� BOOKS: �� The Obesity Code - Reviewing underlying physiology of weight loss and how lo carb diets and fasting can help. https://www.amazon.com/dp/1771641258?... �� The Diabetes Code - Reviewing how type 2 diabetes is a reversible disease an dietary strategies. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0795BLS8D?... �� The Cancer Code - Scientific exploration of how cancer develops https://www.amazon.com/dp/0062894005?... �� Amazon: �� USA - https://www.amazon.com/shop/jasonfung �� Canada - https://www.amazon.ca/shop/jasonfung ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ �� Please visit our :- �� Website - https://www.doctorjasonfung.com �� Blog- / drjasonfung �� Community- https://www.thefastingmethod.com �� Facebook - / jason.fung.313 �� Instagram - / drjasonfung �� Twitter - / drjasonfung ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ �� YouTube Medical Lectures (for specialist physicians) ▶️ The Roots of the Obesity Epidemic: https: // • The Obesity Epidemic, Explained ▶️ Therapeutic Fasting - The Two Compartment Problem:https: // • Fasting and Weight Loss - Solving the... ▶️ Does Calorie Counting work?: • Why Calorie Counting rarely leads to ... ▶️ Two Big Lies of Type 2 Diabetes: • Two Big Lies about Type 2 Diabetes ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ If you liked the video, Please Do Subscribe My Channel ���� ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ �� �� Thank you for Watching #Fasting #FastingMimickingDiet #DrJasonFung #WeightLoss #IntermittentFasting

Top Comments (10)

@charlesmorgan9706 2025-03-24

Your videos inspired me to try intermittent fasting. I lost over 160 pounds as a result, now at 140 pounds. Thank you Dr. Fung

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@babybalrog 2025-03-24

"I changed my mind" is one of the most important thing a scientist can say

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@NyreeKrikorian 2025-03-24

Just the first few words out if his mouth makes me want to hug Dr. Fung! 100% integrity disclosing his small investment in the company. I wish our politicians were half as ethical!

367 15 replies
@Loobeedo 2025-03-24

Yay! You got your channel back!

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@NyreeKrikorian 2025-03-24

Another reason I appreciate Dr. Fung: a real scientist who's willing to change his mind when there is new evidence!

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@hersheywalker6447 2025-03-24

Have my wife on a modified version of this diet for her chemotherapy. She was placed on palliative care with a huge tumor that shrunk by 80% in four months by limiting protein to 2-3 ounces at a time a few times a day in her window

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@AnitaSolution 2025-04-09

Thank you Dr Fung for making it clear that it’s not only safe to not eat 6 small meals per day, but it was terrible propaganda, I believe, just to push junk food! I’ve lost 165 lbs so far over about 3 years, reversed type 2, off proton pump inhibitor, no joint pain, etc and feel better at 61 than I did at 16. I’m doing keto and fasting. You were the catalyst and all of your books, videos and group! Thank you for saving my life! ❤ Only about 25 lbs from goal weight! 🎉

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@rhea7482 2025-03-25

I am so used to IF now that it is just my way of life. I am at an ideal weight and all my "numbers" are perfect. I am 73.

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@judyleckrone2419 2025-03-24

Fasting and eating red meat, chicken, eggs, cheese and veggies. I've improved all my numbers not taking any meds anymore. I eat one good nutritional meal a day. Reversed diabetes at 4.9, triglycerides down to 104, and my HDL 52. My LDL went up from 186 to 204 in 5 months.The reason for LDL increase is, Its caused from the ketones. My LDL however is fine!

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@snosagethescrobe 2025-03-26

One of the biggest messages I learned from TFM was that the best kind of fasting is the kind that works best for your life and schedule consistently. There is no one-size fits all. Dr. Fung truly cares about making fasting work for anyone, no matter their circumstances.

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