Kelly's Feed: FastDay Friends Weekly: We have proof that men fast too!

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Hey there, errantbehavior!

Welcome to this week's issue of FastDay Friends Weekly. How have your fasts been this week?

Big thanks to everyone who has volunteered to help with our FastStart Program trial. Recruiting has now closed for the UK, Europe and Australasia however we still have room for a few volunteers from the USA & Canada. Scroll to the bottom for more details!

Baggy trousers! Stephen lost over 40lbs...

"Our bodies are built to fast and feast. 5-2 is not a diet or a fad, it is a way of life!"

Find out how he did it!

Could your fasting story inspire your fellow fasters?
Get in touch, we'd love to share it!

Join us at Fastonbury

Our forum community isn't just about fasting, health and weight loss. It's a great place to make friends who have something in common.
At our 'glamping grounds' we have 'tents' for all different interests. Whether you're into fashion, photography or you're a sassy senior, there's a tent for everyone at the forum. Come along and meet likeminded fasters - you can pitch a 'tent' of your own if you can't find the right one for you!

Om nom nom!

Moroccan Harissa and Chickpea Potage
145 calories

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Did you know...?

How can intermittent fasting help diabetes?
IF improves your body's glucose metabolism.

What a healthy bunch you are!

Last week we asked what sort of meals you have on your fast days and I'm delighted to see just how many of you cook from scratch on the day (56%) or prepare your meals ahead of time (13%). That's over two thirds of you eating lovely home-made food. If you need extra inspiration do check the recipe pages at FastDay for some great new ideas!

A few of you (3%) choose not to eat on a fast day and it's good to see that none of you depend on takeaway foods or eating out for your regular fast day meals.

Just over 1 in 10 of you (11%) opt for the speedy option of a ready meal while 17% of you vary between ready meals and home-cooked to fit around your lifestyle. I must say, I'm in that group myself. With recent health issues I often lack the energy to cook so I'm always sure to have a hearty, healthy ready meal in the freezer and some microwave vegetable pouches to accompany them.

This week's poll is about 'failed' fast days - if there is such a thing! Voting only takes a second so click here to stand up and be counted!

Americans & Canadians, it's not too late to sign up!

We've had an amazing response to the invitation in last week's newsletter and have now finished recruiting volunteers for the UK, Europe and Australasian regions. There's still some room left for volunteers from the USA & Canada, so if you're a new or returning faster in need of help, click here to register your interest.