This article was previously published December 30, 2018, and has been updated with new information. Fasting is one of the oldest dietary interventions in the world, and modern science confirms it can have a profoundly beneficial influence on your health. Dr. Jason Fung, a nephrologist (kidney specialist) with a practice in Canada, has written an… Read More »
Intermittent fasting is increasing in popularity as a means of losing weight and controlling chronic illness. Studies on the safety and benefits of intermittent fasting with diabetes are very limited though, and health recommendations unfortunately today arise primarily from weight loss gurus and animal studies. Medical guidelines on how to manage therapeutic intermittent fasting in… Read More »
Thanks for your input and for it. I wanted to isolate the that my insulin settings might so keeping the food healthy lower-carb meals I usually eat food would have confounded the. Trust me I am happy to increase my carbs a. There are different reasons that people follow low carb diets. In addition to… Read More »
Fasting has been around for ages now in various cultures; however, the importance of fasting has only recently gained momentum. It is a practice that encourages individuals not to eat for 16 hours (including time spent sleeping) or fasting for an entire 24-hour period only two times a week. This includes any liquids, excluding water,… Read More »
Clock on white plate with fork and knife, intermittent fasting, meal plan, weight loss concept on … [+] blue table Getty With the holidays upon us and everyone focused on watching their waistline, it’s a natural to think about the ideal diet to prevent weight gain and maybe even promote weight a little loss. Let’s… Read More »
The latest study to explore the impact of fasting on the human body concludes that it increases metabolic activity more than previously realized and may even impart anti-aging benefits. A recent study takes a look at how fasting influences metabolism. Studies have shown that intermittent fasting can help certain people lose weight. Although researchers are… Read More »
Scientists have concluded that intermittent fasting, also referred to as the 5:2 diet or the 16:8 diet, does help with weight loss, but it’s no better than conventional calorie restriction diets for losing weight. An example of an intermittent fasting diet is feasting for 8 hours and then fasting for 16 hours. Some intermittent fasting… Read More »