The Story Of Angus Barbieri, Who Went 382 Days Without Eating 

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Angus Barbieri, a 27-year-old man from Scotland who weighs 460 pounds, made history in 1965 when he went on an incredible 382-day fast to lose weight.

Tired of being obese, he checked into a hospital and decided to cut out food entirely. Doctors didn't expect him to last long, but Angus was determined to reach his "ideal weight" of 180 pounds.

To help him get by without food, he took multivitamins, electrolytes, and an unspecified amount of yeast, along with zero-calorie drinks like black tea, black coffee, and sparkling water. Surprisingly, Angus's body adapted to the lack of food and began burning its own fat stores for energy. He continued the fast, frequently visiting the hospital for blood tests and checkups, which showed his body was functioning just fine.

As the weeks turned into months, Angus remained committed to his goal. Finally, after an astonishing 382 days, he reached his dream weight of 180 pounds. By the end of his fast, he had lost a total of 280 pounds.