Intermittent Fasting

Scientific studies show that intermittent fasting can overcome obesity, prevent or reverse type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and obesity. When combined with a healthy diet it can be a powerful practice for maintaining good health and increasing lifespan!


There is more than one method of intermittent fasting. Here are guidelines for the 2 most common methods to help you choose which suits you best. Check with your health care practitioner if you have an existing health condition.


Daily Approach


This approach allows you to pick a six or eight hour window in which you eat you meals.  You fast for the balance of the 16 or 18 hours left in the day consuming only water, black coffee or tea, or other 0 calorie natural drink such as some herbal teas.


Experts in the field of intermittent fasting say people generally find this method the easiest to comply with once their routine is established.


The 5-2 Approach


With the 5-2 plan you eat normally 5 days per week. Then 2 days per week you limit your food intake to one 500-600 calorie meal and fast for the remainder of the day taking in only 0 calories beverages during that period.


It can take up to four weeks to adjust to the routine of intermittent fasting during which time you may experience hunger or moodiness. Keep well hydrated and remind yourself of the health benefits you’ll soon enjoy!



*Revised February 2023


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