Intermittent Fasting (IF): What is it?

 

What does intermittent fast mean?

Fasting is a word most of us are familiar with. There are different reasons people fast. Some people sacrifice food to commit to prayer. Others don't have a reason, they just lack food. People used to go out to the fields to work and only eat when they were done.

Intermittent fast is not one of the practices described. It is not a religious practice, nor is it driven by the lack of time or food, it is a choice.

It is an eating pattern that alternates between eating periods and fast periods, with each period lasting a certain amount of time.

The 16:8 method has a fast period of 16 hours and an eating period of 8 hours.

It is not a diet but an eating pattern.

Are you interested in intermittent fasts?
Are you thinking of trying it?

There are many ways to intermittent fast from food and drink, from the number of days you fast to the amount of calories you cut from your diet.

Increased longevity, improved metabolism, and weight loss are some of the benefits of intermittent fasting.

Some of the benefits of intermittent fasting include weight loss, improved metabolism, and increased longevity.

It is not recommended for people with advanced diabetes, pregnant women, and individuals who have a history of eating disorders to intermittent fast.

If you are in a group that does not recommend fast, you should consult with your provider to find out which options work best for you as a beginner.

Styles of Intermittent Fasting

Some of the more common styles of intermittent fasting are described here.

1. Fast for a set number of hours: You fast for the rest of the day when you have a window of time during which you eat. Each person has their own number of hours fasted. 
2. Fasting on alternate days: You can eat normally on non-fast days, but you can only consume 25% of your usual calories on fast days. The normal intake for women is between 1,600 and 2,400 and for men is between 2,000 and 3,000.
3. The 5:2 plan: The 5:2 plan is similar to alternate-day fasts. You eat normally on five days of the week. On the other two days of the week, you limit the number of calories you consume.
4. Weekly 24-Hour Fast: You eat normally six days out of the week but only eat for 24 hours. It is very difficult to maintain this style since it requires only liquids for 24 hours straight.

Dr. Smithi is said about the foods you should eat, but more is said when you eat them. Does this mean you can eat whatever you want? Unfortunately not.

You are going to get out what you put in. One of the factors in fat burning success is clean eating. Does this mean you have to eat chicken and broccoli?

Absolutely not.

 

I believe in enjoying life, but moderation is the key here. It is important to know that if it isn't a program that popped up from somewhere, it will trend for a while, and disappear like most weight loss programs do. It has been popular for a long time, even if you are just learning about it. It is a leading health and fitness trend.

It is recommended by a number of health and fitness experts. The two people are Jimmy Moore and Jason Fung.

Which Style Is Best for Beginners?

It can be difficult for beginners to understand some of the styles since they require long periods of time where you don't eat or drink. Fasting for a set number of hours each day is a good option for beginners. This option will allow you to fast for around 12 hours a day, most of which you will be asleep. You can shorten the time of the fast after you get used to it.

A common intermittent fast schedule is 16:8 intermittent fast, where you eat during an 8-hour period of the day and fast for the remaining 16 hours. The schedule shown below is an example. Intermittent fasting may not be a good option for everyone. Pick the most realistic and achievable style if it is a healthy option. The quality of food you consume is still of paramount importance. Adherence to an intermittent fast schedule is just as important as eating healthy foods.