Intermittent fasting has quickly become a well known health trend. I practice it often and recommend it to those that are looking to burn fat while maintaining lean muscle mass. There are many variations including a shorten eating window to fasting every other day. The benefits are pretty phenomenal.
They include:
-weight loss
-decreased sugar and food cravings
-increase in human growth hormone
-lower inflammation
-better blood sugar balance
-improved cognitive function
-increased longevity
-boost in athletic performance
-increased energy levels
The best place to start is shortening your eating window to give your body more time to break down your fat cells and produce more human growth hormone.
Fasting is not for everyone, especially those with a history of eating disorders. Fasting can shift your focus to the missed meals and obsess over food as time goes on leading to a binge. Be sure to experiment to find the right method for you.