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Do you want to try intermittent fasting? There are many benefits to be had, but only if you do it the right way. If you just start skipping breakfast, you might find yourself doing more harm than good to your body. Let\u2019s look at some tips and tricks that will allow you to safely experiment with this dietary approach.<\/strong>
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Set your goals<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The first thing you should do is think about what you want from intermittent fasting. It can be a great tool for understanding hunger and getting comfortable with it. You can try to improve insulin sensitivity and lose excess body fat or you can use it to improve fat utilization for endurance exercise. These are all good reasons to give it a try. Just remember why you\u2019re going into it, so you can decide if it\u2019s worth it or if you should quit.<\/p>\n

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Intermittent Fasting \u2013 What Are the Risks?<\/span><\/h3>\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/article>\n<\/div>\n

Start slowly and progress gradually<\/strong><\/h2>\n

It\u2019s all about adaptation. All of the benefits come from your body adapting to the fasted state, so don\u2019t rush it, don\u2019t jump into the strictest method of intermittent fasting immediately. Start with a 12\/12 approach, give your body a few weeks to get used to it and then progress to 16\/8 if all goes well. For more details on each method, read the first article in the series.<\/p>\n

Choose the right foods<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Even though intermittent fasting is mostly about timing of when to eat, it still matters what you eat. Actually, it matters even more! You have to make sure you eat nutrient-dense foods, enough protein sources like fish, meats, eggs, or legumes, plenty of veggies, and some nuts and seeds for healthy fats too. If you don\u2019t have a good foundation, adding fasting on top won\u2019t do you any good. It will just make you hungry and increase the potential for overeating.<\/p>\n

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Vitamins and Minerals: The Reason We Eat<\/span><\/h3>\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/article>\n<\/div>\n

Listen to your body<\/strong><\/h2>\n

If fasting is a new thing for you, then you should pay extra attention to what your body tells you. Monitor your hunger and cravings \u2013 if you are binging on junk foods after your fasting window, you\u2019re probably under-eating. Monitor your mood and mental health \u2013 if you use intermittent fasting to \u201ccompensate\u201d for overeating, you should re-evaluate. Pay attention to your sleep quality, energy levels, appearance, and health too. Be aware of warning signs and make changes or stop if they persist.<\/p>\n

Your whole lifestyle matters<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Intermittent fasting, at least in the beginning, can be a substantial source of stress for your body. Make sure your lifestyle works as a whole and you\u2019re not dealing with other stressors too. If you\u2019re already not getting enough sleep, are stressed at work, with finances, and in relationships, plus are over-exercising, then fasting is going to be the straw that broke the camel\u2019s back.
\nSo keep in mind, intermittent fasting is only one of many ways to approach eating. If you do it right, you might get a lot out of it. But if it doesn\u2019t work for you, then there\u2019s no need to force it.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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