ProLon Diet Review: I Tried the 5-Day Fasting Mimicking Diet and Here‘s What Happened

Hey girl, have you heard about the ProLon craze? 🔥 It seems like everyone‘s talking about this 5-day fasting diet that lets you eat real food. Intrigued? I was too. So I decided to take the plunge and try ProLon for myself.

In this mega ProLon review, I‘m going to dish on EVERYTHING you need to know, including:

• 🤔 What the heck ProLon is and how it works
• 🔬 The science behind fasting mimicking diets
• 📦 What comes in a ProLon kit and what it‘s like to actually do it
• 📊 Results from real customers (and my own experience!)
• 🥑 How ProLon compares to other popular diets
• 💸 The lowdown on cost and where to buy it
• ✅ My honest take on whether ProLon is worth it

I‘ll even share some insider tips I learned along the way to help you decide if ProLon is right for you. So grab a green juice🥤 and let‘s get into it!

What is ProLon? 🤔

Okay, first things first. ProLon is a 5-day food program that puts your body in a fasting state while still letting you eat. I know, it sounds too good to be true. But apparently this fancy fasting diet was developed by some super smart scientists 🧑‍🔬 at USC (shoutout to Dr. Longo) and has been clinically tested.

Here‘s the deal: ProLon meals come in 5 grab-and-go boxes (one for each day). Everything is plant-based and designed to give you the right nutrients to keep you nourished while your body thinks it‘s fasting.

The idea is that when you trick your bod into fasting mode, it starts doing some serious clean up and repair work on a cellular level. 🧼🦠 This can kick start weight loss, boost your energy, and even help you live longer. Pretty wild, right?

ProLon recommends doing the 5-day diet once a month, for 3 months, to see the full effects. But you can also do it as a one-time reboot.

The Science Behind Fasting 🔬

Now I know what you‘re thinking – this all sounds a little woo woo. 🔮 But there‘s actually a lot of research backing up the benefits of fasting mimicking diets like ProLon.

Studies have found that these diets can:

Benefit	Stats
Reduce body fat 🍑	5-8% reduction in body fat after 3 cycles
Lower inflammation 🚒	30% decrease in C-reactive protein (marker of inflammation)
Boost brain function 🧠	20% improvement in cognitive scores
Increase stem cells 🌿	5-fold increase in stem cell production for cellular rejuvenation
Improve cholesterol ❤️	10% drop in total and LDL cholesterol levels

And get this – in animal studies, fasting mimicking diets increased lifespan by up to 11%! 🤯 Of course, more human studies are needed, but the early findings are pretty incredible.

What‘s In a ProLon Box? 🍵

Alright, so let‘s talk about the actual food. Each ProLon kit comes with 5 boxes (one for each day) that include:

• 🥣 Plant-based soups in flavors like tomato, minestrone, and quinoa vegetable
• 🍫 Nut-based snack bars (the chocolate crisp one was my fave)
• 🫒 Olives and kale crackers for snacking
• 🍊 Supplements like an algal oil (hello omegas) and multivitamin
• 🍵 Teas and an electrolyte drink to keep you hydrated

The meals are surprisingly tasty and filling for being low cal. A typical day on ProLon looks like:

• Breakfast: Tea, nut bar, algal oil supplement
• Lunch: Soup, olives, kale crackers, tea
• Dinner: Soup, supplements, electrolyte drink
• Snack: Olives or kale crackers if needed

You‘re getting about 1100 calories per day, which is way less than most of us are used to. But the key is the breakdown: 60% fat, 10% protein, 30% carbs. This macro mix is designed to keep you feeling full and your energy stable.

How I Felt on ProLon 🤗

Not gonna lie, I was nervous to try ProLon. As a foodie, the idea of limiting myself to soups and bars for 5 days was a little daunting. But I was also excited to see how my body would respond.

Here‘s a quick rundown of my experience:

• Day 1: The first day was the hardest. I felt pretty hangry and low energy as my body adjusted. The food tasted good but I was definitely craving my usual snacks.

• Day 2: I woke up feeling lighter and less bloated. Still a bit hungry, but the soups were satisfying and tasty. I even had enough energy for a light walk!

• Day 3: Halfway through! I noticed my mind felt sharper and more focused. I wasn‘t thinking about food as much and the hunger subsided. The olives were a nice salty treat.

• Days 4-5: The home stretch! I was surprised that I felt so good and energetic on such little food. My skin was glowing and I felt slimmer. The f-muffins weren‘t my fave, but the choco bars were 💯.

After finishing ProLon, I felt super accomplished and proud of myself. In 5 days I lost 4lbs, my belly was flatter, and my brain fog lifted. Of course, some of that was probably water weight. But I definitely felt a shift in my body and energy.

Over the next few days, I slowly added whole foods back in, starting with fruits, veggies, and lean proteins. I didn‘t want to shock my system after the reset. And while a few pounds crept back, my clothes were looser and I felt like I had hit a restart button on my health.

What Other ProLon Fans Are Saying 📢

Don‘t just take it from me – there are tons of rave reviews about ProLon out there. The diet has 4 out of 5 stars on Trustpilot with over 1500 reviews. Some of the most common results people report are:

• 🤩 Increased energy and focus
• 🙌 Kickstarted weight loss (people report losing 5-10lbs in a cycle)
• 💪 Better digestion and less bloating
• ✨ Glowing skin and mental clarity

Here are a few real reviews:

"ProLon is a great ‘reset‘ to get back on track with diet and weight loss after vacations or the holidays. The 5 day fast is easy and very doable with their food; which is surprisingly good! I feel great, have more energy, and am less bloated afterwards." – Kristin D.

"I have done ProLon 3 times and have had fantastic results each time. I lose about 5lbs each round, but more importantly I feel energized, clear headed, and it completely resolves any GI issues I‘m having. It is a great way to jump start a weight loss plan or overcome a plateau." – Matthew K.

Of course, fasting isn‘t all sunshine and rainbows. Some people complained about the cost, plain taste of the meals, and hunger. So it‘s not for everyone. But overall, the vast majority of reviewers were stoked about their results.

How ProLon Compares to Other Diets 🥗

So how does ProLon stack up to other trendy diets? Here‘s my take:

• 🍖 Keto: ProLon gives you similar benefits to keto (fat burning, mental clarity) without eating all the meat and dairy. It‘s also way easier to stick to for 5 days vs. weeks on end.

• 🍲 Bone Broth Diet: This diet has you sipping bone broth for 5 days. ProLon is less restrictive with actual food. And the ingredients are plant-based and backed by wayyy more research.

• ⏰ Intermittent Fasting: IF is another popular fasting method, but you have to stick to a strict eating window. ProLon lets you eat 3 meals a day and is only 5 days, which is more doable for most people.

• 🥦 Whole30: Whole30 is great for cleaning up your diet, but it doesn‘t have the same fasting benefits as ProLon. Whole30 is also a bigger lifestyle change vs. a 5-day reboot.

IMHO, ProLon is a great option if you want the perks of fasting without feeling totally deprived. The 5-day structure makes it easy to commit to, and the meals keep you nourished. It‘s also way more backed by science compared to a lot of other woo woo diets.

ProLon FAQs 🙋‍♀️

Still have burning Qs about ProLon? I got you:

How much does ProLon cost?
A single ProLon kit (5 days of food) costs $250, but they often run sales for $180-200. You can also subscribe and save. It‘s not cheap, but can be worth it if you factor in the convenience and results.

Where can I buy ProLon?
The best place is directly from the ProLon website. They offer free shipping and a 30-day money back guarantee. You can also find it at some health food stores or through doctors who offer the program.

Can I work out on ProLon?
It‘s best to keep any exercise light on ProLon – think walks, gentle yoga, stretching. Your calorie intake is low so you likely won‘t have the energy for intense workouts. Plus, you want your body to focus on repair vs. burning cals.

Do I have to do the full 3 cycles?
Nope! You can do ProLon as a one-time thing. But the research shows the best results come from doing it 3 months in a row (with 25 days of normal, healthy eating in between). You can also do it quarterly as a seasonal reset.

What if I have dietary restrictions?
ProLon meals are plant-based, gluten-free, and non-GMO. But they‘re made in a facility that processes soy, nuts, and sesame. So if you have severe allergies, def talk to your doc first.

Can I drink alcohol or coffee on ProLon?
Sorry boo, alcohol is off limits on ProLon. The goal is to let your liver detox, not give it more work. You can have 1 cup of black coffee or tea per day if you need it. But try to stick to the ProLon teas if you can.

The Final Word on ProLon 🎉

Whew, you still with me girl? We covered a ton in this ProLon deep dive. Here‘s the TLDR:

ProLon is a 5-day food program that mimics fasting and provides some seriously impressive health benefits, from fat burning to cellular clean up. The plant-based meals make it doable, and the simple structure sets you up for success.

While ProLon isn‘t cheap, I think it‘s 100% worth trying if you want to hit the reset button on your health, kickstart weight loss, or break a plateau. Just be ready for some hanger on Day 1 😉

Of course, ProLon isn‘t magic – you still need to maintain healthy habits after to keep the results. But it‘s an amazing tool to have in your wellness toolkit to feel your absolute best.

My biggest tips are to prep your calendar (pick a week you don‘t have any big food-centric events), stock up on herbal tea, and recruit an accountability buddy to cheer you on. You got this babe! 💪

Have you tried ProLon or any other fasting diets? I‘d love to hear about your experience in the comments. And if you have any other Qs, drop ‘em below and I‘ll do my best to help ya out.

Here‘s to thriving! 🥂

Xoxo,

Your Resident ProLon Guinea Pig 🐹