Let’s face it, fasting is hard! Especially Extended Fasting. But don’t let that stop you! We’re here with our top 10 hacks to help you push through and make the journey a little more pleasant. We’ll start with some of the obvious ones, and then move onto some you might not have thought about. Fasting …
The Whoosh … sounds funny, doesn’t it? It could be the name of a splashy, water park ride. But it’s actually a phrase that comes up often in the Fasting and Keto/Low Carb circles. If you haven’t heard it yet, trust us, you will. But what exactly is this magical whoosh? Is there any truth …
What is OMAD? OMAD stands for One Meal a Day. It is a very popular form of Intermittent Fasting. Basically, it is exactly what it sounds like! You eat one meal a day, then you close your eating window and you don’t eat again until the next day. Do I have to fast for 24 …
Weight regain is a common concern. Nobody wants to do all that fasting and then end up gaining the weight right back! Let’s look at why some weight can come back after a fast, and how you can prevent it or at least minimize it. Why does the weight come back? First of all, it’s …
Are multivitamins necessary during fasting? This is a question that we see often. It’s a reasonable concern, especially if you are new to fasting. The short answer is that most people can fast without multivitamins. The body knows what it’s doing, and it is super efficient when it comes to maintaining a proper balance. But …
Extended Fasting is considered to be generally safe for most people. There are just a few simple common-sense guidelines to follow. One of those is knowing when to stop. How Do I Decide How Long to Fast? Consider the following questions: Have you fasted before? If this is your first time fasting, you might want …
Thinking of taking your Intermittent Fasting a step further? Or maybe you’d like to add Extended Fasting to your Keto or Carnivore lifestyle? This beginner’s Guide to EF is for you! What is Extended Fasting? In most circles, Extended Fasting is defined as fasting beyond 72 hours. Some people fast for a week or two …
Auto what? Autophagy. Pronounced ah-tah-fuh-gee. If you’ve been in the fasting circles for any amount of time you’ve heard this funny sounding word. But you might still not understand exactly what it means. Let’s break it down (pun intended!). What is autophagy anyway? Ever had the urge to go through all your closets and drawers and …
What is Intermittent Fasting? Intermittent fasting (IF) is a normal way of life where you have periods of fasting followed by periods of feasting (called a “window”). Simple! No counting calories or keeping track of macros. You eat, and then you don’t eat. Then repeat. Intermittent Fasting is based on the idea that what you eat is …
Extended fasting is a great way to get rid of unwanted body fat. Plus it offers tons of health benefits such as autophagy. While extended fasting is generally safe, breaking an extended fast requires reasonable precautions. Here’s what you need to know. What is an extended fast? How many days/hours? First things first. Let’s define …