Physics does apply, and there should be freedom in Fast-5, and low-carbing can help. We are machines, so physics ("calories in vs. calories out") applies, but we are incredibly complicated machines. Because of that complexity, the form that the calories take and when they're ingested makes a difference in how well the engine runs and how thirsty it is for more fuel (the appetite).
Fast-5 is a tool, like a big lever -- it makes the job easier, but it isn't magic. In many people on Fast-5, appetite drops (so "whatever you want" drops) and that's all there is to it. Often with the drop in quantity desired, there's a drop in the desire for carbs. No extra effort needed. For some people, though, it's not enough. Some have had to shorten the window to a couple of hours. Some have had to lower the carb intake. Some have done both. A scant few, after trying all of the above, still didn't succeed with Fast-5. In almost all of those cases, there was something else going on, such as:
taking medicines or supplements;
the person wasn't really fasting (i.e., "juice fasting") which is no fast at all, or the person was taking in calories in some form during the fasting period (protein shakes, non-fat creamer in coffee, etc.)
a thyroid problem;
high stress;
or poor sleep schedule or sleep apnea (does he snore loudly? and sometimes stop?)
I know the "juice fasting" problem doesn't apply here. Seeking a lower-carb diet may help --- avoiding bread/pasta/potatoes/cereals can be a good start. If that restarts weight loss, your husband can always try adding them back when it's time for maintenance. Many people have reported a substantial decrease in appetite/hunger when they've cut their refined carb intake, so a little cut may make a big difference.
If stress is not high, he's on no medication and he's getting good sleep, then a thyroid check may be in order. Heather's suggestions of ordering meals may help too. I think in the past, she's suggested soup as one the early portions, and I agree that soup can be filling and a very healthy choice.
Best wishes,
Bert
Bert Herring
Fast-5 Corporation
--- In fast5@yahoogroups.com, Rachel <rachelsayshello@...> wrote:
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> Thank you. I don't believe in telling someone who is hungry to cut their calories even more.
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> If there's no freedom in Fast-5, then why do it?  Â
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