Tag: Intermittent fasting

What Happens During Intermittent Fasting and its Benefits

The physiology of fasting is fascinating. The power of fasting lies not in the mere reduction of calories, but the beneficial hormonal changes. One of the main benefits comes from reducing insulin, but there are also increases in nor-adrenalin, cortisol, and growth hormone. Collectively, these are known as the counter-regulatory hormones, since they all serve to increase blood […]

Reasons to Try Intermittent Fasting

Fasting for Body Composition – One of the most common reasons fasting has become so popular is because of its ability to dramatically impact body composition and promote fat loss. Due to its ability to suppress hunger and increase fat oxidation Fasting for Energy and Mental Clarity -The energy and mental clarity that comes from a ketogenic state during […]

Intermittent Fasting may Not be for Everyone

If you have a medical condition, you should consult with a medical professional or lifestyle expert before trying intermittent fasting. This is particularly important if you: Have diabetes. Have problems with blood sugar regulation. Have low blood pressure. Take medications. Are underweight (BMI < 18). Have a history of eating disorders. Are a woman who […]

Basics of Intermittent Fasting and Time Restricted Feeding (TEF)

Intermittent fasting is not a diet, it is a lifestyle and a specific way of eating. Rules are simple, you eat in a time window and you don’t eat (expect water) rest of the time. Though our ancestors may not have done fasting at their will , ancient hunter-gatherers didn’t have the convenience of food […]

Foods to Break Your IF and What to Eat During Feeding Window

Refer Basics of Intermittent Fasting or Time Restricted Feeding (TEF) to understand the the basics before reading this topic. Here are some of the recommended and supplements while doing Time restricted feeding (TEF) or IF. Remember that doing fasting does not give you the license to binge eat or eat mindlessly. What we eat during […]