Fasting Day sleeplessness

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robsuz

3:42 am
6 Dec 14
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Have only been on this programme for one week but for both of my fasting days I have not managed a normal nights sleep. Only getting two or three hours. Hoping this is not a weekly pattern. Anyone else experiencing this problem.

Ann247

7:58 am
6 Dec 14
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Hi Robsuz, I have the same problem. At the end of my 2nd week, and just not able to get a profound sleep. In bed I just feel too awake, but when I get up I feel tired and drowsy. Perhaps it is a matter of adaptation?

Jinkins

8:16 am
6 Dec 14
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Hi Ann247 and Robsuz

I think everyone experiences some sleep difficulties when they first start fasting but just as the fasting itself gets easier, so does the sleeping. Best to try to time the FD’s for when you can afford to be a bit dozy the next day and you’ll soon find it isn’t bothering you anymore. Good luck – this way of life really works if you stick to it and then it’s a perfect way to maintain.

Jinkins

Dragon Fly

4:21 pm
9 Dec 14
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I experienced this … I just could not settle and sleep and was driving myself crazy. I think it will settle down as we get more used to the fasting and our bodies get used to it, at least I’m hoping so, I need my sleep!

ChocolateTeapot

5:02 pm
9 Dec 14
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Same problem. I have found that taking Valerian root extract (for example http://www.blackmores.com.au/products/valerian-forte) enables me to fall asleep on the fasting nights.

AmyB

8:07 pm
13 Dec 14
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I am experiencing those sleeplessness-problem as well. SO you guys take sleeping pills? Or anything similar? Or its just adaptation…

Karenrose

11:51 pm
24 Jan 15
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I think magnesium helps. I am not a medical professional but I think the adrenals get a bit taxed fasting, and we need to support them, which will help with sleep. Haven’t tried the other natural supplement mentioned but will research and perhaps do. Thanks for all your helps!

Gargleblaster

1:14 am
24 Oct 15
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I have been doing 5:2 for 3 weeks now and my sleep pattern has gone seriously out of whack – which is why I am still sitting at the computer at 2.15am. I’m not falling asleep until after 5am, even if I go to bed. I thought I was the only one. I might try the valerian and/or magnesium.

CTYankee

4:26 pm
20 Apr 16
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This is my 5th week on the 5:2 FD. I have enjoyed my fast days and now look forward to them, however, I have experienced the same sleeplessness that others on this forum have posted. I am a very light sleeper to begin with, so this “side-effect” has been the only downside I’ve experienced from the 5:2 FD program. Otherwise, I feel more energetic and couldn’t be happier with this lifestyle change.