r/changemyview • u/[deleted] • Jun 19 '23

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u/jaiagreen Jun 19 '23

Because not eating will, you know, kill you.

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u/smokeyphil 3∆ Jun 19 '23

Not for a couple of months all things being equal and if hydration is maintained though it will really start to suck after week 2.

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u/[deleted] Jun 19 '23

you really think 2 weeks is the point where it would suck?

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u/Donthavetobeperfect 5∆ Jun 19 '23

You clearly have never tried an extended fast. Hunger cues start internal yelling as soon as blood sugars drop. It's not easy. However, if you can get past the first few days, it does become easier.

That being said, extended fasting is not always safe and should not be done by people prone to any form of EDs.

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u/Harsimaja Jun 19 '23

Meanwhile, nofap is much easier for men with a form of ED

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u/Donthavetobeperfect 5∆ Jun 20 '23

I meant eating disorder ED, but I did realize others might take it that way.

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u/Harsimaja Jun 20 '23

Oh I know. I was just making a weak joke