Fasting Blog – Science, Stories & Practical Advice

These articles combine scientific research, self-experiment data, and practical experience. They’re shared for learning and discussion — not medical advice. Research on fasting is evolving, and individual responses vary widely. If you have a health condition or take medication, consult your doctor before fasting.

Improving Biomarkers: What Improved During Extended Fasts and Why It Matters

Extended fasting doesn’t just change your weight - it transforms your biomarkers. Over 10 months, my 9- and 10-day water fasts improved 8 out of 10 InsideTracker biomarker categories, especially Heart Health, Metabolism, and Inflammation. See how fasting biomarkers like ApoB, glucose, triglycerides, and hsCRP shifted before, during, and after fasting - and why proper refeeding makes all the difference.

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Fasting Ketones: How Quickly You Get Into Ketosis (With Real Data)

How fast do ketones rise during fasting? In my 7-, 9-, and 10-day water fasts, I tracked how quickly I entered ketosis and what made the biggest difference. Turns out, movement early in the fast helps you reach deep ketosis faster — and burn more fat along the way. Here’s how glucose drops, ketones rise, and why fasting ketosis is totally different from dangerous ketoacidosis.

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Autophagy During Fasting: What Really Happens Inside Your Cells

Fasting activates autophagy — your body’s cellular recycling system. Learn how different fasting lengths boost repair, longevity, and overall health.

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What Came Back After My 7-Day Water Fast? (Fat, Muscle, or Just Water)

After 7 days without food, I lost 11.6 lbs — but what came back during refeeding? In this post, I break down exactly what returned (fat, muscle, water) and what didn’t, using real body composition data and biomarker tracking. Backed by science and personal experience.

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