Fasting or Not

To fast or not to fast, that is the question...

 

What are the benefits of intermittent fasting:

• IF can minimize insulin levels. It can also reduce fat mass and the risk of developing age-related diseases, according to a 2022 study in the Journal of Physiology and Biochemistry
• IF may help prevent short-term and long-term memory loss, per a 2018 animal study in the journal Experimental Biology and Medicine
• IF could aid in the treatment and prevention of obesity per Wageningen Academic      

So, what is the best IF schedule to follow, the one that you will stick with is the logical answer.   In short, the one that's easiest for you to follow. "It is all about sustainability for the individual," says Amanda Baker Lemein, RD, a WH advisor. "If one of these diets work well for you and your lifestyle and preferences, then you will likely see some success. If not, then you'll likely not see the results you're looking for, as the sustainability piece will not be there." That means picking a diet that work best with all the lifestyle factors you need to consider, like your work schedule, family dynamic, living situation, commute time, and travel commitments, notes Lemein.

Here are 5 of the most popular IF schedules:

The bottom line: All intermittent fasting schedules may lead to weight loss if you can follow them sustainably, and the 14:10 method may be the easiest way to follow an IF diet.

 

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