Bestie Health's video: What Happens To Your Body If You DON T EAT For 5 Days

Today, we're diving into an intriguing and sometimes controversial topic: What happens to your body when you abstain from eating for five consecutive days? Fasting has gained popularity in recent years for its potential health benefits, but prolonged periods without food can also have serious repercussions. In this video, we'll explore the science behind a 5-day fast, how it affects your body and mind, and the important considerations you need to keep in mind before attempting such an extreme fast. But remember, before making any significant changes to your diet or fasting routine, consult a healthcare professional to ensure it's safe and appropriate for your unique circumstances. Let's delve into the fascinating realm of fasting and its effects on the human body. Other videos recommended for you: 🎥WATCH : 🎥WATCH : ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ⚠️Medical Disclaimer: https://pastebin.com/xLmigD6i ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- # ✅ Sources: ⌛Timestamps: ⏱️ Intro - 0:00 ⏱️ Glycogen Depletion - 00:58 ⏱️Transition to Ketosis - 02:28 ⏱️ Decreased Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) - 03:32 ⏱️ Muscle Breakdown - 04:49 ⏱️Electrolyte Imbalances - 05:55 ⏱️ Cognitive Function Decline - 06:58 ⏱️ Immune System Suppression - 08:19 ⏱️ Changes in Gut Microbiota - 09:26 ⏱️ Reduced Thyroid Function - 10:56 🎵 Music: https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music https://www.epidemicsound.com/ ✍️ Summary: Glycogen Depletion Imagine your body playing a game of hide and seek when you decide to skip meals. The energy your body usually relies on is stored in a secret hiding spot called glycogen, a form of stored glucose found in your liver and muscles. Think of glycogen as your body's quick and easy-to-reach energy stash, like a rainy-day fund. But if you skip eating for about a day or two, it's like a surprise storm hitting and depleting that stash. Surprisingly, this stash doesn't last very long! Transition to Ketosis Once your glycogen stash is used up, your body goes into survival mode, a bit like being thrifty with energy. It switches to burning fat for fuel, becoming a fat-burning hero to maintain your energy levels. Your liver starts turning fat into something called ketone bodies. These ketones go into your bloodstream and reach different parts of your body, including your brain, to keep things running. This fat-burning switch usually happens around the third day of not eating. Decreased Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) As the saying goes, desperate times call for desperate measures. When your body's running low on fuel, it gets smart and starts saving energy, just like a ship conserving its last bit of food in a desperate situation. It does this by slowing down the basic energy it uses for everyday functions, like breathing and circulating blood. Imagine that it's like your body turning down the thermostat to save heat. This slowdown is called Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR), which usually makes up a big chunk of your energy use when you're just resting. Muscle Breakdown Picture your body as a super-efficient machine. Even without food for five days, it's like a well-trained mechanism that knows how to keep running. When you're not eating, your body has to get clever about finding energy. It turns your muscles into goldmines because they're packed with proteins. Normally, these proteins are used to fix and grow your muscles. But when you're fasting for a long time, it's like a city under siege—your body starts pulling 'cobblestones' from the streets to keep things going. Electrolyte Imbalances Think of your body as a highly coordinated dance. You've got these dancer minerals called electrolytes—sodium, potassium, and magnesium—leading the show. They're in charge of things like balancing fluids, signaling nerves, and helping muscles do their thing. But when you decide to fast for a while, it's like adding a new prop for the dancers without any rehearsal. Suddenly, they're juggling and trying to keep their balance on a tightrope, and it's not an easy act. For more information, please watch the video until the very end. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Subscribe to Bestie : https://goo.gl/tUqro6 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Our Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bestieinc/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bestiehealth/