Hello! Newbie to this forum

[RedUnicorn]

Hi, I’ve been on the NHS weight loss forum for about a year but properly really from Feb where I discovered LCHF forum and from others the 16:8 fast.

This has helped to get the weight loss going. I struggle to avoid carbs all the time but I know I can have a carbtastic day and then get back in the wagon.

I wouldn’t go back to eating carbs in a daily basis though, it would see me permanently large and hungry!

I have looked at the 800 cal ‘new’ version of 5:2 but it’s a bit full on for me!

I have been reading posts here with interest, I had no idea that IF could be so controversial!!

Thanks for all the useful info and links to other videos and websites.

[S11m Volunteer 70lb IF20]

Hi, RedUnicorn , Welcome.

I am glad that you have discovered the widely-appreciated combination of IF and LCHF, and I am glad you are here telling us about it.

5:2 works for some people.

I think it is unfortunate that they used the word "FAST", as it recalls thoughts of masochism... this is why I prefer "Not Eating All Day".

How fast are you losing weight?

[RedUnicorn IF16 in reply to S11m]

Not very! It was quite quick to begin with but I’m not always as focused as I could be.

I’m a teacher and the stress of end of term and tiredness led to comfort eating, I’ve lost a stone since Feb but am yo-yoing a bit around that mark but I know what I need to do.

I’ve had an injury which means exercise is off the menu at the moment. I’m seeing an osteopath for a knee and ankle problem.

[S11m Volunteer 70lb IF20 in reply to RedUnicorn]

When I joined Health Unlocked I was disabled... but, using IF I was still able to lose a pound a week.

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Hi RedUnicorn welcome to the forum and good luck with your fasting you have to find what works for you.

Jerry 😊

[Stoozie Administrator]

Hello and welcome

We look forward to hearing more about your journey; cheering you on!

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Hi Unicorn ,

I’m on the IF for some months now ,yes it seems to be the subject of discussion, but one had to properly Research Research the subject as any new matter as in the Scientific world.I believe it has helped me as I now for the first time in my whole life “with a diet “ am now succeeding. Amen .♥️ Its also supported by the Medical World To the outstanding Pioneer Dr Feung Nephrologist with his numerous titles to his name ,also his books the Obesity Code of one to name.

Hope you’re Are Sucessfull with your travels in your journey! X

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[RedUnicorn IF16]

Hi Hidden thanks for your reply, I’m surprised at how well I’m managing with IF. While I’m on holiday I’m having a go at longer fasting and have managed 20:4 a few times.

I watched a couple of you tube videos of Dr Feung. Hoping it will help with healing g my back, knee and ankle issues too.