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Recovery From Enforced Fast

jonek73
jonek73 Posts: 2
in Goal: Gaining Weight and Body Building
Hello all.

In a few weeks I have to go for a colonoscopy which includes not eating for 24 hours before and taking laxatives.

I'd appreciate any advice on the impact this will have on my weight gain goals. Essentially, do I just eat as normal up until the 24 hours before, then start packing it back on after the procedure? Realistically, will I have to accept that I will likely lose weight that week?

Any information gratefully received, or if you need more information from me, feel free to ask.

Thanks very much for your time.

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  • tiptoethruthetulips
    tiptoethruthetulips Posts: 3,373 Member
    Any impact due to fasting and refeeding will be short lived, don't over think, follow the instructions provided to you for the prep. I've had a few of these and once over, I just carry on as normal.
  • jonek73
    jonek73 Posts: 2
    Thank you tiptoethruthetulips, good to know.

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