Top 10 Physical Observances While Fasting on Beer and Water
10. I was only hungry on the first day
9. I get cold easier these days
8. The osteoarthritus in my neck isn’t bothering me. This is a true miracle, because normally take two ibuprofen per day to avoid pain. I took two at midnight before I started and two on Day 7 [the only solid I’ve taken in]. Nothing since, and my neck isn’t barking at all.
7. My keen sense of smell is even more refined
6. Doppelbock raises blood sugar
5. My tongue feels crappy
4. Back ache=kidneys clogged=drink more water
3. I can make both chocolate ganache for Michelle and bacon and eggs for the boys without freaking out
2. I pee a lot
1. A beer diet does not cause impotence
Diary of a Part-time Monk 
April 4th, 2011 at 8:47 pm
Does dopplebock taste good? What would you liken it to?
April 4th, 2011 at 8:59 pm
It tastes like bread and deliciousness
April 4th, 2011 at 11:34 pm
But will you ever drink it again when your 46 days are done?
April 5th, 2011 at 11:30 am
Of course I will, though I will certainly take a break, and in the future it will accompany food.
April 5th, 2011 at 12:10 pm
thank you once again for sharing, i have enjoyed reading about your journey.
April 5th, 2011 at 5:28 pm
does this mean that your wife is preggers?
April 5th, 2011 at 5:32 pm
I’m wondering if you’ve ever felt buzzed during this Lent. I know that normally one beer doesn’t do it; but I’m wondering if the lack of solid food might change that. I know that I went on a very low calorie liquid diet and after a few days I felt like my brain cells weren’t firing right.
April 5th, 2011 at 5:40 pm
beeerer-nope!
Amy-The only time I’ve felt a slight buzz has been when I’ve had to drink 2 beers in quicker succession because of appointments later in the day. This has only been 3-4 times total and if I drink water along with my beer, I seem to be able to stay clear-headed and get the job done.I try to do one at 8 am, noon, 3 p.m. and 7 p.m., and it seems to work well for a “normal” day.
April 5th, 2011 at 6:13 pm
I came across your blog yesterday and read the archives. I’m one of those 50-something white-haired Christians who often wears a tie – even work fulltime in ministry. Just wanted to say, bravo and good for you! Looks to me as if you’re serious about your faith, and about enjoying the fine gifts God has given us. Don’t worry about the small-minded naysayers – you have plenty of Scripture to back you up, as well as history. (See Colossians 2:20-23 and Romans 14:4, for example) Keep up the good work. I’m trusting you’ll finish the fast, and learn a great deal in the process.
April 6th, 2011 at 3:47 pm
what food do you miss the most?
maybe consider joining untappd (if you haven’t already)
April 6th, 2011 at 3:53 pm
Top 10 Physical Observances While Fasting on Beer and Water – cool list. I like the order you listed them.
Thanks and good luck. I will stick with you during your experiment. Where in Iowa are you at?
Mike
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