Monitor your autophagy levels by measuring your GKI (Glucose to Ketone Index). Using simple, affordable home testing kits (approximately $30 each), you can track your body's healing progress.
For a detailed scientific explanation of the GKI index, read the comprehensive research paper here .
Level 6 to 9: Initial Autophagy
This is the first stage of autophagy, typically beginning on day two of your water fast. While it's the least intensive level, it initiates important changes:
- Weight loss begins
- Maintenance of weight loss
- Initial cellular cleaning processes activate
Level 3 to 6: Intermediate Autophagy
Usually reached by mid-second day of fasting. This level addresses:
Level 1.5 to 3: Deep Autophagy
Typically achieved by the end of day two, this level targets neurological conditions:
- Alzheimer's
- Dementia
- Parkinson's
- Potential migraine relief
Level 0 to 1.5: Maximum Autophagy
The most powerful level, typically reached by day three. Benefits include:
- Maximum lysosomal activity
- Tumor and cyst reduction
- Peak white blood cell and stem cell activity
- Improvement in conditions like wet macular degeneration
- Senescent Cell Removal. So called Zombie Cells
Understanding Autophagy
Autophagy occurs naturally but slows with age. Fasting reactivates this vital process, helping remove damaged cells and reduce the effects of aging. Other triggers include:
- High-intensity workouts
- Cold exposure (ice baths)
- Various forms of physical stress
Regular extended fasting clear out accumulated "zombie cells" and reverse aging. Which you have an accumulation of 3 to 5% of your cells by the time you are 60. If we started young with extended fasting, I believe, with all I know that we could live centuries. That is a bold claim.
Calculating Your GKI Level
For standard measurements: Divide your glucose reading by 18, then divide that result by your ketone reading. For European testers: Simply divide your glucose reading by your ketone reading.