Trying a starvation diet?

[Anonymous]

So I weigh about 280lbs. I ate dinner on January 2nd around 5pm. I am trying the starvation diet. I haven't eaten anything today at all. It is 5:10pm. The only side effect im having is a headache and occasional light headness. Has anyone ever done this diet? Did it work?

[MrScTi]

That's a terrible idea.

Your metabolism will slow down to a crawl and you'll cease to function normally as a result of malnutrition. Sure, if you're obese you have fatty acids to burn and could survive a period of not eating, but that's not how you keep off weight long term.

Research the ketogenic diet. Just to briefly summarize, the only carbohydrates you should be eating are leafy greens with high fiber content. Keep proteins about the same and eat MORE fat, so your brain has energy to function.

After a little more than a week, your body becomes keto adapted and uses fatty acids as energy instead of glucose. This is imperative, because once this happens, fat will melt off quickly. It's a delicate process. Avoid sugars and starches. No high carb sources!

The best part is, after a month you won't even crave carbs or feel hungry all the time.

[ScruffyNerfHerder]

Ok. That isn't sustainable.

You are correct, eating less will help you lose weight. But you have to do it in a healthy way. Good health is a habit--it's the result of repeated actions. And it should be done gradually--you can't get the results you want overnight without harming yourself.

Read my answer in this other question, it will be 100% relevant to you and will give you a much healthier and surer way of losing the weight you want to get rid of.

www.girlsaskguys.com/.../q1273482-i-d-like-to-lose-some-weight-this-year-advice-please

Hope that helps :)

[cheeseysouffle]

It doesn't work. I've never done it but you are going to hurt yourself. You need to stop immediately. In short it can help spur weight loss however you're killing your body. Carbs are actually needed for you to lose weight. Anemia and other issues can occur. Also, when you give up on your diet, you will gain all the weight back because you're not creating good diets.

Try out the DASH diet (dietary approach to stop hypertension) if you really want to try a diet and slowly change over time. However just stop eating is dangerous.

[cheeseysouffle]

and based on your response to someone's comment, you might have an eating disorder. If you want to lose weight fast, go to a registered dietitian and they will be able to help you do this safely. I think you need to go see a doctor.

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[briannabowman]

that isn't a diet. my sister does this and it works sure, but when she does eat, even a little, she gains a lot of weight. i wouldn't suggest that for anyone. instead of starving yourself, just eat less. cut back on how much you eat. instead of eating full meals, eat half. for example, if you're eating a hamburger, only eat half and save the rest for the next time you eat. then work up into light exercises bc you have to get your body used to what you're trying to do. but like i said, do not starve yourself. its very very unhealthy.

[crystalt70]

This is not healthy at all! That isn't a diet. Your body relies on sugar/carbs for energy. Just stay away from breads, pastas, rice, soft drinks, candy, fast food, etc. Stick with fruits, veggies and meats. Try the paleo diet. It works and is long term. You'll lose 5-10 lbs of water weight right off the bat from any type of diet.

[kheserthorpe]

Over a month you will lose more weight on a PSMF most likely. You will certainly lose more fat and not take pointless health risks and you will be much less likely to yo yo and regain more than you lost. There's really no reason to do this over a PSMF and a lot of reasons to do the PSMF over this.

[Anonymous]

Why? My Friend tried this and she almost died. Its not safe. If you want to loose weight do cardio and workout, also eat healty. Starving can Mess you up pretty bad.

[Asker]

Because I'm not good enough. I need to be skinny to be pretty.

[Opinion Owner]

Then do cardio and work out

[MaddeyTheNotSoCynic]

It'll work... if you're looking at the short term.
You should look for a more long-term decision; which is thinking about what you eat & training. :] Start slow though!

[Kimjoy]

It works but is very bad for you in the long run.

[Anonymous]

Starving yourself will only lower your metabolism.