But few know about Intermittent Fasting.
Here's everything you need to start
Let’s begin with the benefits.
Intermittent fasting…
• Promotes fat loss
• Gives you time (less meal planning)
• Boosts cognitive function
• Improves sleep, energy, and mood
• Extends lifespan
Plus, it’s easier than dieting.
Get the benefits w/o changing what you eat.
So, what IS intermittent fasting?
It’s not a diet but a pattern of eating.
'16/8 Method' is the most common pattern.
It involves:
• 16 hrs of fasting
• 8 hrs of feeding
Popular feeding windows:
• 10AM-6PM
• 12PM-8PM
One rule: Don’t eat/drink calories outside the window.
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You might be wondering how fasting promotes fat loss.
There are two key mechanisms:
1. Fasting puts your body in a fat-burning state
(via lowered insulin levels)
Your body starts burning fat 12 hrs after a meal...
So 16 hrs of fasting enables 4 hrs of optimized fat burning.
2. When intermittent fasting, you’ll consume fewer calories (effortlessly).
Why?
Simple.
It’s challenging to overeat during the shortened feeding window.
That’s a recipe for staying leaner.
Now, let’s discuss some common objections.
“Won’t I get hungry?”
Fasting is easier than it appears (much easier than a diet).
Your mind + body will quickly adapt.
“Can I drink coffee while fasting?”
Yes, black coffee will not break your fasted state.
(Avoid additives like cream and sugar).
Regardless, start your day with an internal shower…
Drink a big glass of water.
The bottom line is this:
If you want a mental and physical edge,
Give fasting a go.
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