The longest recorded fast in history was undertaken by Angus Barbieri, who fasted for 382 days.
The Story of Angus Barbieri's Fast
Angus Barbieri, a Scottish man from Tayport, lived on nothing but tea, coffee, soda water, and vitamins from June 1965 to July 1966. This remarkable fast was conducted under medical supervision at the University Department of Medicine at the Royal Infirmary of Dundee. His starting weight was 456 pounds (207 kg), and he aimed to reach a more manageable weight.
Key Details of the Fast
- Duration: 382 days
- Start Date: June 1965
- End Date: July 1966
- Allowed Intake: Tea, coffee, soda water, vitamins
- Weight Loss: 276 pounds (125 kg)
- Starting Weight: 456 pounds (207 kg)
- Ending Weight: 180 pounds (82 kg)
- Location: Tayport, Scotland
- Medical Supervision: Yes, at the Royal Infirmary of Dundee
Motivation and Outcome
Barbieri was severely obese, and his fast was medically supervised to help him lose weight. He successfully reduced his weight to a significantly healthier level, and remarkably, maintained a substantial portion of that weight loss in the years following. He reached a weight of 180 pounds (82 kg).
Important Considerations
It's crucial to emphasize that such an extreme fast should never be attempted without strict medical supervision. Prolonged fasting can have serious health consequences and should only be considered under the guidance of qualified healthcare professionals.
