How long did you fast?
29 days + 6 days
When did you fast?
December-January, 2004
What is your age, gender, weight before your fast, and height?
53, Male, 5’10”, 177 lbs
What was your weight after completing the fast? What is your weight now?
152 lbs/152 lbs
Why did you decide to fast?
Preventative removal of toxins.
What was your biggest apprehension going into the fast?
Boredom.
Did you ever consider ending the fast during the process? Why and why did you continue or stop?
Did not consider stopping.
Did you accomplish what you set out to do with your fast?
Yes.
Would you recommend that people have their fasts supervised? Why or why not?
Yes, for caution and support.
Why did you choose to fast at the Tanglewood Wellness Center?
Open house.
What was your experience at the TWC like?
Excellent.
What did you experience during the fast?
Good feelings.
How did you spend your time?
Sleeping, resting, reading, talking.
Just purified water? Did you get hungry?
Yes, and no.
Did you get weak?
Not too bad, light-headed.
What was the best part of the process for you?
Removal of toxins and joint movement.
What was the most difficult part of the process for you?
Boredom.
Was it ever painful?
Very slight discomfort at times.
What did you experience after the fast?
Good energy.
Did you experience any changes due to fasting?
Loosening of joints, end of coughing.
What kind of diet did you follow after your fast?
Will try to stay mostly fruit.
Was eating difficult afterwards?
Not yet, we’ll see.
Would you fast again?
Yes.
What piece of advice would you give to other fasters?
Do it and be patient.
Additional comments:
I had joints open up that had been stiff and tight for years.