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Popular Intermittent Fasting Schedules, Explained by Nutritionists


Published on 2024-12-19 13:23:40 - MSN
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  • Take a cruise through social media, and you'll be quickly faced with a bunch of influencers claiming that intermittent fasting changed their body. While intermittent fasting has been buzzy for years,

The article from MSN discusses various intermittent fasting schedules as explained by nutritionists. It outlines several popular methods including the 16:8 method, where one fasts for 16 hours and eats within an 8-hour window; the 5:2 diet, which involves eating normally for five days and restricting calories to about 500-600 for two non-consecutive days; Eat-Stop-Eat, which entails a 24-hour fast once or twice a week; and Alternate Day Fasting, where one alternates between normal eating days and fasting or very low calorie days. Each method has its own set of benefits and considerations, such as potential weight loss, improved metabolic health, and the need for careful planning to ensure nutritional needs are met. Nutritionists emphasize the importance of choosing a fasting schedule that fits one's lifestyle and health goals, and caution against using fasting as an excuse for unhealthy eating during non-fasting periods.

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