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MOLLY PROCTOR + TEDDY ADLON :: 

“we were the only ones left in that classroom, molly. you saw it. everyone else turned to dust. that has to mean something, right? like we’re the lucky ones?” “more like the unlucky ones.”  

In the realm of health and wellness, fasting has emerged as a pivotal strategy for those seeking to improve their well-being. Among the various fasting methods, Prolon and water fasting have gained significant attention. This article delves into a comprehensive comparison of these two fasting methods, highlighting their benefits, challenges, and optimal practices for health enhancement.

Key aspects to consider:

Nutritional Intake:

ProLon FMD: ProLon is a commercially available, pre-packaged set of meals and snacks designed to mimic the effects of fasting while still providing the body with nutrients. It typically includes plant-based soups, bars, snacks, teas, and supplements, and is low in calories, sugars, and protein but high in healthy fats. The idea is to trick the body into a fasting state while still offering some level of nourishment.

Water Fast: In a water fast, you consume only water and abstain from all food and caloric beverages. This means your body receives no nutrients, calories, or energy sources from food, relying entirely on its own stores.

Duration:

ProLon FMD: The ProLon program is typically designed for 5 days, which is considered a safe and effective duration for most people.

Water Fast: The length of a water fast can vary greatly, from 24 hours to several days or even weeks. However, extended water fasting (beyond 3 days) should only be undertaken under medical supervision due to potential health risks.

Objective and Benefits:

ProLon FMD: The goal is to provide some of the benefits of fasting (like cellular rejuvenation, metabolic balance, and weight loss) without the more extreme challenge and potential risks of a water-only fast. It’s also designed to be more user-friendly and less intimidating.

Water Fast: Traditional water fasting is often pursued for deeper detoxification, spiritual reasons, or more significant metabolic reset. The benefits can be profound, but so can the risks, especially without proper guidance.

Safety and Feasibility:

ProLon FMD: Generally considered safer for a broader range of people because it provides some level of nutrition. It’s also easier for many people to adhere to, given that you are still eating something.

Water Fast: Can be riskier, particularly for people with certain health conditions, those on medication, the elderly, or individuals with a history of eating disorders. It requires careful consideration and often medical supervision.

Ease and Convenience:

ProLon FMD: Very convenient as everything is pre-packaged and planned out for you. There’s no need to think about what to eat or prepare meals.

Water Fast: Requires no meal preparation, but it can be socially and psychologically challenging to abstain from all food.

Weight Loss:

Both methods can lead to weight loss. ProLon FMD is designed to help reduce body weight, visceral fat, and maintain lean body mass. Water fasting typically results in more rapid weight loss, but it can also lead to a higher loss of muscle mass, and the sustainability of this weight loss can vary.

Research and Evidence:

ProLon FMD: Developed based on scientific research, primarily by Dr. Valter Longo and his team. There’s growing evidence supporting its benefits.

Water Fast: There’s a long history of water fasting, and various studies have shown its benefits and risks. However, the scientific consensus is less clear, especially for longer fasts.