A British man who holds the record for the longest fast of more than a year has revealed just how much weight he lost.
Life before losing weight
Very little information exists about Barbieri’s days before his weight loss. He was born in Tayport, Scotland, in 1939 and appeared to have lived a fairly normal life. As a young adult, before he began fasting, Barbieri was working at his father’s fish-and-chips shop.
Barbieri’s fast
The consumption of solid food was not permitted during Barbieri’s specific fasting plan. He was only allowed to ingest electrolytes, vitamins, some yeast for important amino acids, and finally, particular liquids such as black coffee, tea, and sparkling water. Barbieri’s calorie intake remained close to zero for the entire duration of the prolonged fast – essentially a ‘starvation diet’ intertwined with intermittent fasting.
Breaking the fast
Barbieri’s ultimate goal was to reach 180 pounds at which point he would plan to end his weight loss journey. After a painstakingly extraordinary 382 days, on July 11 in 1966, he finally reached his target after losing a whopping 276 pounds. Barbieri ended his fast that July morning with some bread and butter and a plain boiled egg.
Science and skepticism
Angus Barbieri’s weight loss journey was met with much skepticism and controversy, as his fast went far beyond what almost anyone thought possible. Many people asked the same one question: how could anyone go that long without any food? Many believed that going beyond an entire year without food could not result in a totally healthy body, regardless of the benefits from losing so much excess weight.
Barbieri’s legacy
To this day, Angus Barbieri’s record fast of 382 days without food remains unbeaten – it may even never be attempted again. Barbieri’s fast was recorded in the 1971 Guinness Book of Records – the longest ever recognised. The only ever closest ‘competitor’ was Dennis Galer Goodwin, who underwent a 385-day hunger strike in 1973. He was, however, force-fed during the period, and so Barbieri’s record still stands.
Conclusion
Angus Barbieri’s incredible fast of 382 days without food set a record that may never be broken. His story has sparked controversy and skepticism, but his achievement remains an important part of history. Barbieri’s legacy continues to be celebrated, and his record remains a testament to human endurance and determination.
FAQs
* What was Angus Barbieri’s record for the longest fast without solid food?
+ 382 days
* How much weight did Barbieri lose during his fast?
+ 276 pounds
* What was Barbieri’s goal during his fast?
+ To reach 180 pounds
* How long did Barbieri’s fast last?
+ 382 days
* How much did Barbieri weigh before starting his fast?
+ 456 pounds
