Intermittent fasting is an eating pattern that cycles between periods of eating and fasting. It doesn't prescribe specific foods to eat but rather focuses on when to eat.
Intermittent fasting involves dividing the day or week into periods of eating and fasting. Common methods include the 16/8 method (16 hours of fasting, 8 hours of eating) or the 5:2 method.
Intermittent fasting is more of an eating pattern than a traditional diet. It doesn't dictate specific foods but rather emphasizes when to eat.
Some studies suggest that intermittent fasting may have health benefits, including weight loss, improved metabolic health, and reduced risk factors for chronic diseases.
Many people turn to intermittent fasting for weight management. The restricted eating window can naturally reduce calorie intake, leading to weight loss over time.
Intermittent fasting may improve insulin sensitivity, helping regulate blood sugar levels and reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes.
Intermittent fasting may improve insulin sensitivity, helping regulate blood sugar levels and reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes.