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Intermittent Fasting  s an eating pattern that cycles between periods of fasting and eating. It doesn’t prescribe what you eat, but rather when you eat. Popular Intermittent Fasting Methods Here are the most common IF schedules: Method      Eating Window      Fasting Hours Notes 16:8      12 PM – 8 PM      16 hrs      Most popular; skip breakfast. 14:10      10 AM – 8 PM      14 hrs      Easier for beginners. 18:6      1 PM – 7 PM      18 hrs      More advanced. How It Works During fasting, insulin levels drop and your body burns stored fat. Growth hormone increases, aiding fat loss and muscle gain. Cells initiate repair processes (like autophagy). Benefits Weight loss and fat burning Improved insulin sensitivity Reduced inflammation May improve brain function Simpler meal planning Who Should Avoid It or Consult a D...

Intermittent Fasting  Intermittent fasting is not about what you eat—it’s about when you eat. It’s an eating pattern that cycles between periods of eating and fasting. Unlike traditional diets that restrict calories or food types, intermittent fasting focuses on time-restricted eating windows. Common Intermittent Fasting Methods Here are some popular ways people practice IF: 16/8 Method Fast for 16 hours. Eat within an 8-hour window (e.g., noon–8 PM) 5:2 Diet Eat normally 5 days per week. For 2 non-consecutive days, limit intake to ~500–600 calories. Eat-Stop-Eat One or two 24-hour fasts per week. Alternate-Day Fasting Fast every other day (or consume very few calories). 12/12 Method (beginner-friendly) Fast 12 hours, eat during 12 hours. Potential Benefits Research and anecdotal reports suggest intermittent fasting may: ✅ Help with weight loss by reducing calorie intake and improving metabolism. ✅ Improve insulin sensitivity , supporting blood sugar regulation. ✅ Support c...