Thread by @HarmonyHaven_1

UFC President Dana White completely changed his life in 3 days.

How?

He did an 86-hour water fast that he claims lowers your chances of getting:

• Cancer
• Alzheimers
• Heart disease

By 70%.

So I did a deep dive to figure out exactly how it works...

Here’s what I found:

Here's what Dana had to say about his experience:

If you're wondering why this happens...

Keep reading:

1. What is a water fast?

A water fast is straightforward:

It involves drinking only water and other no-calorie liquids for a set period.

Some people use it for religious reasons.

Others are curious about its health benefits.

As far as Dana White's 86-hour one...

2. What is the 86-hour water fast?

This is a twist on the 7-day water fast.

You start with just water for the first 24 hours, possibly adding some no-calorie electrolytes.

Then, you can have bone broth for the next two days.

Here's the guy that inspired Dana explaining it:

Here are some potential benefits:

-Weight Loss
-Mental Clarity
-Cellular Repair
-Metabolic Reset
-Reduced Inflammation
-Resetting Eating Habits
-Improved Insulin Sensitivity
-Support for Immune Function
-Spiritual and Mental Reflection

3. How does it work?

Water fasting works in 3 parts:

• Initial Phase (0-24 hours)

When you start a water fast…

Your body starts by using glycogen, which is stored energy from carbohydrates.

This helps you maintain energy levels for the first day without food.

• Transition Phase (24-72 hours)

After about 24 hours…

Your glycogen stores start to deplete.

When that happens, your body begins to break down fat for energy instead of relying on carbs.

This shift is important because it helps the body adapt to a lack of food.

• Ketosis (48+ hours)

Once your glycogen is mostly gone…

Your liver begins converting fat into ketones.

Ketones serve as a new energy source for your brain & body.

This state is called ketosis.

It’s what allows you to keep functioning without eating.

The last question...

4. What are the benefits of prolonged fasting?

It activates a process called autophagy.

This is when your body cleans out and recycles damaged cells.

It can also lead to changes in hormone levels.

For example:

Your growth hormone increases.

Which helps…

Preserve muscle and promote fat loss while insulin levels drop.

This makes it easier for your body to use fat for energy.

At the start of a fast, your metabolism may get a temporary boost, helping you burn calories more efficiently.

However…

After a while, your body may slow down its metabolism to conserve energy.

This is a natural response during extended periods without food.

Which is why it’s CRUTIAL to stay hydrated during this entire process.

So to sum everything up…

It’s true that there can be various health benefits from water fasting…

However, I would only recommend using it as a tool.

If your goal is to lose weight and build muscle.

Your focus should be:

• Staying in a healthy caloric deficit
• Resistance training 4-5x per week
• Eating 1g of protein per lb you weigh

What are your thoughts on water fasting?

Let me know in the comments.

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