I am a lifelong Nashvillian, 74 years old, mother of our daughters, three nurses, and an elementary teacher. I have 13 grandkids and six great-grandkids.  FAMILYI grew up in a large Catholic family with six kids in the 1950s. I had a great childhood. My father was a doctor, and my mother was a nurse but a full-time homemaker after getting married.  CHILDHOOD I was always involved in the academic side of things, and my mother kept me super busy with after-school and summer activities (I guess to keep me out of trouble because I was a very social person). I had three brothers who teased me constantly about my weight even though I was not that big. I went out for sports, but I was continually cut, so I focused on academics, music lessons, and the creative and literary arts and pretty much excelled at most things I got into.  MARRIAGEAfter getting married at 21 and having four children in 9I had picked up about 20 pounds (when I got married, I was probably about 25 pounds overweight). So, I was not overly obese but just never felt comfortable in my clothes.  CAREERMy career was in medical publications, nonprofit writing, public relations, and special events.  STATS—- 5’7”… 74 years YOUNG… SW: 218CW:150-ish PROTOCOLI used a 20/4 protocol to lose. I opened my window at about 330 every day.  I got the last 25 off in five months by “clean fasting” after I had a three-year plateau during which time I was probably fasting 50% of that time, but, again, it was not a “clean fast.” (I had coconut oil or butter & heavy cream & artificial sweeteners in my coffee).  NSVsMy medical lab work is in perfect alignment, and I don’t take any medication. My body is much stronger, and I feel s0 much more energetic, healthy, clear-minded, and positive. The brain fog I was having in my late 60s, as well as some depression, is completely gone.  I went from size 18 jeans to size 10 and from XL/XXL tops to mediums.  This is the first time (even as a child) I have been in a “normal” BMI range. I have dozens and dozens of non-scale victories, including not being embarrassed in a bathing suit, having the stamina to walk over 4 miles at a time with no fatigue, having a lot more confidence when interacting with people, and wearing clothes that look cute on me. I have skin tags that have disappeared, joint inflammation that has lessened immensely, clearer skin, and thicker hair. The list is almost endless. I NEVER counted calories, points, or macros. I guess I am in maintenance because this is where my body has been since last May. I weighed the exact weight I was in the eighth grade. I am 20 pounds less than when I graduated high school and 25 pounds less than when I married. Despite my age, I have more energy today than 20 years ago.Our Patreon Supporters Community -Join us!Please consider joining the Fasting Highway Patreon community. The feedback has been great for all who have joined. Visit www.patreon.com/thefastinghighway for more info.Joining the Patreon community, it's a very cost-effective way to get extra accountability and support for just 0.16 cents a day Come and give it a go for a month. Most people stay and love the content; regular audio encouragement is sent directly to their inbox weekly.My book, The Fasting Highway, can be found on Amazon, and the audiobook can be downloaded on Applebooks, Spotify, or Kobo, among many other audiobook platforms.For one-on-one coaching with me, go to the webpage www.thefastinghighway.com, click on get help, and get coaching if you want one-on-one help. I would love to work with you one-on-one.Disclaimer: Please note the views of the host and guest on this podcast are our own and should not be taken as direct medical advice. Please consult your Dr before starting any health plan.