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What's the harm in Breatharianism?
Breatharianism or inedia is the belief that the human body can exist without sustenance (food and/or water) for great periods of time. Needless to say, this can end tragically. Read more about Breatharianism
Here are 3 people who were harmed by someone not thinking critically.
Timo DegenAge: 31 |
Died |
| After he learned of Breatharianism from a website, this kindergarten teacher decided to try it out. He was fasting for three weeks when he had to be hospitalized in a coma, and later died. Read more & more | |
Verity LinnAge: 49 |
Died |
| She learned of breatharianism via the internet, and decided to go into a complete fast while on a camping trip. Her body was found two weeks later. Read more & more | |
Lani Marcia Roslyn MorrisAge: 53 |
Died |
| She traveled from Melbourne to initiate into Breatharianism with a couple already involved. She died after 7 days without food. The couple were convicted of manslaughter. Read more & more & more | |