Everything you need to know about intermittent fasting, its types, benefits, and precautions to take before starting.
Intermittent Fasting: Complete Guide
Intermittent fasting is an eating pattern that focuses on when you eat rather than what you eat. It has become popular in recent years thanks to its multiple health benefits.
Types of Intermittent Fasting
16/8 (Most Popular)
- Fast for 16 hours
- Eat within an 8-hour window
5:2
- Eat normally 5 days a week
- Reduce calories to 500-600 on 2 days
Eat-Stop-Eat
- 24-hour fast once or twice a week
Potential Benefits
- Weight loss
- Improved insulin sensitivity
- Reduced inflammation
- Brain health support