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STOP Eating 72h: Cancer Shield + Mental Reset Inside
Imagine triggering a full-body reset so powerful it creates near-euphoric mental clarity while actively fighting cancer cells.

That’s the revolutionary promise of a 72-hour fast, according to renowned health expert Dr. Eric Berg. In this issue, we break down his scientifically backed protocol for monthly fasting — including how to avoid pitfalls, amplify benefits, and harness what he calls ‘the ultimate deep clean’ for your cells.
Starve Cancer Cells & Slash Your Risk in 72 Hours

"Prolong fasting will take insulin and really bring that way down... if we can keep that hormone low your body can’t grow a tumor."
Cancer’s #1 trigger isn’t genetics or toxins—it’s time. As Dr. Berg reveals, aging accumulates cellular damage, inflammation, and oxygen deprivation—creating the perfect storm for tumors. But a 72-hour fast flips the script: it crushes insulin (a "tumor fertilizer" hormone) and floods your system with oxygen. Without sugar or excess insulin to feed on, cancer cells literally starve while your body enters a deep "cleanup mode."
This isn’t just theory. Fasting triggers autophagy—your body’s process of recycling damaged cells into new, healthy ones. It’s like hitting a biological reset button that scrubs away decades of metabolic debris. Dr. Berg goes so far as to state: "I really believe you can totally prevent getting cancer" with monthly 72-hour fasts.
Your Takeaway:
Commit to one 72-hour fast monthly. Time it after a period of low-stress (e.g., a weekend). Combine it with long walks to maximize oxygenation—your cheapest cancer insurance policy.
The Hidden Reason You Feel Awful Fasting (And Exactly How to Fix It)

"One of the biggest problems with people that do prolong fasting and don’t feel very good is they’re not having enough sea salt... they get keto flu cramps weakness."
Ever quit a fast early because of headaches, fatigue, or muscle cramps? Dr. Berg reveals the culprit isn’t hunger—it’s electrolyte depletion. When you stop eating, your body flushes water and minerals, causing "keto flu." The antidote? 1.5–2 teaspoons of sea salt daily—a non-negotiable protocol he emphasizes.
Sea salt (sodium chloride) works with potassium and magnesium to maintain nerve function, hydration, and energy. Without it, your cells can’t efficiently burn fat or produce ketones—leaving you drained. But here’s the game-changer: electrolytes won’t break your fast. Dissolve sea salt in water, add lemon for taste, or even stir it into black coffee.
Your Takeaway:
During your next fast, mix 1.5 tsp sea salt in 2L water. Sip throughout the day. Add a no-sugar electrolyte supplement for potassium/magnesium. No more "keto flu"—just clarity and energy.
The 72-Hour Mental Miracle That Rewires Your Brain

"By day three he was feeling incredible happy... ‘Why do I feel so good?"
Fasting isn’t just physical—it’s a mental revolution. Dr. Berg shares the jaw-dropping story of a suicidal man who, after 3 days without food, experienced euphoria and mental clarity that saved his life. This "state of bliss" stems from ketones flooding your brain. Unlike glucose, ketones are neuroprotective fuels that reduce brain fog, amplify focus, and even activate longevity genes.
But the deeper magic? Fasting trains willpower. As Dr. Berg explains, "your ability to say no gives you incredible power." When you fast despite food cravings, you rewire your brain’s reward pathways. This isn’t about deprivation—it’s about reclaiming control. The result? Reduced anxiety, heightened resilience, and what fasters describe as "spiritual clarity."
Your Takeaway:
Use your next 72-hour fast as a "mental detox." Journal daily to track mood shifts. Notice how cravings lose power over you—carry that discipline into other life challenges.
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The Takeaway: One Monthly Fast Could Rewire Your Biology
In just 72 hours, you can:
✅ Starve cancer cells by crashing insulin and igniting autophagy
✅ Unlock euphoric mental clarity with brain-optimizing ketones
✅ Bypass "keto flu" with the sea salt fix that makes fasting sustainable
This isn’t just fasting—it’s upgrading your human operating system.
"The feeling you're going to get is almost euphoric... prolong fasting is at the very top of your list for health."
Dive deeper: Dr. Berg’s full protocol (including critical pre-fast prep and refeed steps) is in his must-watch video:
Your next move:
Mark next month’s calendar for a 72-hour reset. Grab sea salt. Be the boss of your biology.
[Nature the cure]