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== Angus Barbieri's Fast ==


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'''Angus Barbieri's fast''' was a self-imposed fast undertaken by Angus Barbieri from Scotland, which lasted for 382 days between 1965 and 1966. The fast remains one of the longest recorded cases of voluntary total starvation, and has been studied extensively by medical professionals and researchers.
'''Angus Barbieri's fast''' is a notable case in medical history where a man named [[Angus Barbieri]] fasted for 382 days, from June 1965 to July 1966. This extended period of fasting is one of the longest recorded instances of a person abstaining from solid food, and it was medically supervised.


== History ==
== Background ==


In 1965, Angus Barbieri, a 27-year-old man from Scotland, decided to undertake a fast with the goal of losing weight. He weighed 456 pounds (207 kg) at the start of the fast and planned to continue until he reached a more manageable weight.
Angus Barbieri was a 27-year-old man from [[Scotland]] who weighed 456 pounds (207 kg) at the start of his fast. He sought medical assistance at the [[Maryfield Hospital]] in [[Dundee]], where he expressed a desire to lose weight. Under the supervision of medical professionals, Barbieri embarked on a fasting regimen.


Barbieri's fast lasted for 382 days, during which time he consumed only vitamins, minerals, and non-caloric fluids such as tea, coffee, and soda water. He was closely monitored by medical professionals throughout the fast, who noted his weight loss, changes in his metabolism, and other physiological changes.
== The Fast ==


At the end of the fast, Barbieri had lost 276 pounds (125 kg) and his weight had dropped to 180 pounds (82 kg). He subsequently regained some weight but remained at a healthier weight than before the fast.
During the fast, Barbieri abstained from consuming solid food and subsisted on a diet of [[vitamin]] supplements, [[electrolyte]]s, and non-caloric fluids such as [[tea]], [[coffee]], and [[sparkling water]]. He was closely monitored by medical staff to ensure his health and safety throughout the process.


== Medical Implications ==
=== Medical Supervision ===


Angus Barbieri's fast has been studied by medical professionals and researchers as a case study in voluntary total starvation. While the fast was successful in terms of weight loss, it had significant medical implications for Barbieri, including changes in his metabolism, electrolyte imbalances, and other physiological changes.
The fast was supervised by doctors who regularly checked Barbieri's health parameters, including his blood sugar levels, to prevent any adverse effects. Despite the extreme nature of the fast, Barbieri remained in good health and continued his daily activities.


Despite these risks, the fast did not result in any long-term damage to Barbieri's health, and he remained in good health after the fast was completed. However, the medical community generally discourages such extreme methods of weight loss and recommends more moderate and sustainable approaches.
== Outcome ==


== Legacy ==
By the end of the fast, Angus Barbieri had lost 276 pounds (125 kg), reducing his weight to 180 pounds (82 kg). He successfully maintained his weight loss after resuming a normal diet. His case has been cited in medical literature as an example of the body's ability to adapt to prolonged fasting under controlled conditions.


Angus Barbieri's fast remains one of the longest recorded cases of voluntary total starvation, and has been studied extensively by medical professionals and researchers. The fast has also gained attention in popular culture, with numerous articles, books, and documentaries exploring the topic.
== Significance ==


== In Popular Culture ==
Angus Barbieri's fast is often referenced in discussions about [[fasting]], [[weight loss]], and [[metabolism]]. It highlights the potential for the human body to endure extended periods without food, provided there is adequate medical supervision and nutritional support.


Angus Barbieri's fast has been the subject of several articles, books, and documentaries. In 2016, The Guardian published an article on Barbieri's fast, which detailed his experience and the medical implications of prolonged fasting. The same year, the documentary "The Man Who Ate Nothing" was released, which chronicled Barbieri's fast and the effects it had on his body.
== Related Pages ==


Barbieri's fast has also been referenced in popular culture, including in the song "The Fast" by the Scottish band Travis, which was inspired by his experience. In addition, Barbieri's fast has been compared to other cases of prolonged fasting and extreme weight loss, such as those documented in the reality TV show "The Biggest Loser."
* [[Fasting]]
 
* [[Obesity]]
== Conclusion ==
* [[Metabolism]]
 
* [[Weight loss]]
Angus Barbieri's fast remains a notable case study in voluntary total starvation and the medical implications of prolonged fasting. While Barbieri was successful in his goal of losing weight, the fast had significant medical implications and is generally not recommended as a weight loss method. Nonetheless, Barbieri's experience continues to be studied and discussed by medical professionals and researchers, and has gained attention in popular culture.
 
== References ==
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== External links ==
 
[https://www.bmj.com/content/1/5500/929 Angus Barbieri's fast: the clinical implications of prolonged fasting]
[https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJM197311292892204 The Consequences of Prolonged Fasting — A Reappraisal]
[https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2016/mar/29/starvation-the-unbelievable-story-of-the-man-who-survived-without-food-for-382-days Angus Barbieri: the man who survived without food for 382 days]


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[[Category:Fasting]]
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[[Category:Scottish people]]
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[[Category:1960s in Scotland]]
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Latest revision as of 11:43, 15 February 2025

Angus Barbieri's Fast[edit]

File:Angus Barbieri.jpg
Angus Barbieri during his fast

Angus Barbieri's fast is a notable case in medical history where a man named Angus Barbieri fasted for 382 days, from June 1965 to July 1966. This extended period of fasting is one of the longest recorded instances of a person abstaining from solid food, and it was medically supervised.

Background[edit]

Angus Barbieri was a 27-year-old man from Scotland who weighed 456 pounds (207 kg) at the start of his fast. He sought medical assistance at the Maryfield Hospital in Dundee, where he expressed a desire to lose weight. Under the supervision of medical professionals, Barbieri embarked on a fasting regimen.

The Fast[edit]

During the fast, Barbieri abstained from consuming solid food and subsisted on a diet of vitamin supplements, electrolytes, and non-caloric fluids such as tea, coffee, and sparkling water. He was closely monitored by medical staff to ensure his health and safety throughout the process.

Medical Supervision[edit]

The fast was supervised by doctors who regularly checked Barbieri's health parameters, including his blood sugar levels, to prevent any adverse effects. Despite the extreme nature of the fast, Barbieri remained in good health and continued his daily activities.

Outcome[edit]

By the end of the fast, Angus Barbieri had lost 276 pounds (125 kg), reducing his weight to 180 pounds (82 kg). He successfully maintained his weight loss after resuming a normal diet. His case has been cited in medical literature as an example of the body's ability to adapt to prolonged fasting under controlled conditions.

Significance[edit]

Angus Barbieri's fast is often referenced in discussions about fasting, weight loss, and metabolism. It highlights the potential for the human body to endure extended periods without food, provided there is adequate medical supervision and nutritional support.

Related Pages[edit]

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