Dear Michael,
Thank you for introducing the world to this excellent method for weight loss and/or longevity.

I have a question regarding dietary supplements that I have not seen mentioned in your book or answered in the forum.
I’m wondering if I should take supplements on the fasting days and if I should go with the dosages recommended for a normal 2K+ calorie intake or if I should reduce these to 25% on fasting days, or even don’t take them at all, in order to let the body get a break?

I’m taking several supplements as part of my longevity scheme such as Acetyl-L-Carnitine, Alpha Lipoic Acid, Astaxanthin, Coenzyme Q10, Lutein, Omega 3, Spirulina, Phosphatidylcholine, Vitamin D, Vitamin K2 (mq7) as well as multivitaims. And extracts from Astragalus, Blueberry, Curcumin, Drynaria, Fo-Ti root, Garlic, Ginseng, Grapeseed, Green tea, Indian Kino Tree, Pine bark, Pomegranate and Schisdandra.

I’ve seen your documentary as well as reading your book. I’ve struggled with being slightly overweight even though I try to have a balanced healthy diet and excercise. I’ve also reached the point (mid forties) where I’m starting to decay. I’ve taken actions to prevent aging faster than necessary and reduce the risk for age related diseases. Intermittent fasting works really good for me. I’m feeling good and loosing weight. IF allows me to enjoy the good food (usually healthy), the days I’m not fasting. And most important reducing the aging process.
I’m even getting a good hand at making great meals on the fasting days, so I’m not really experiencing any struggles.

BTN

PreciousBooBoo,

Thank you for your input. I have so far gone for normal dosage of supplements even on fasting days. I’ll discuss it with my doctor next time I’m in for a check.

I guess since we’re not praticing total absence of nutrition on fasting days, it will not be absolute wrong to take suplements. But perhaps the dosages should be reduced.

Hopefully Michael see this topic and might have some recomendations.

BTN