Intermittent fasting has become popular in recent years. A study from 2019 showed that people who ate within a 10-hour window and fasted for 14 hours consumed 9% fewer calories and experienced weight loss, reduced visceral fat, lower blood pressure, and decreased LDL cholesterol.
However, it’s important to remember that just because intermittent fasting works for some people, it may not work for everyone. Consulting with a doctor before starting any new diet, including intermittent fasting, is advisable.
Some prefer intermittent fasting because it focuses on when to eat rather than what or how much to eat. However, does the specific time window for eating matter when it comes to losing weight or belly fat?
Intermittent fasting alternates between eating and fasting periods to reduce calorie intake and improve metabolic health. Different methods exist, with the shortest fasting period being 10 to 12 hours.
One popular method is the 16/8 method, involving a 16-hour fast followed by an 8-hour eating window. Experiment with different schedules to find what works best for you and consult with your doctor for personalized advice.
Vocabulary List:
- Intermittent /ˌɪn.təˈmɪt.ənt/ (adjective): Occurring at irregular intervals; not continuous or steady.
- Visceral /ˈvɪs.ər.əl/ (adjective): Relating to deep inward feelings rather than to intellect.
- Advisable /ədˈvaɪ.zə.bəl/ (adjective): Recommended; sensible or prudent.
- Metabolic /ˌmɛt.əˈbɒl.ɪk/ (adjective): Relating to metabolism the chemical processes that occur within a living organism.
- Calorie /ˈkæl.ə.ri/ (noun): A unit of energy used to measure the energy content of foods.
- Experiment /ɪkˈspɛr.ɪ.mənt/ (verb): To carry out a scientific procedure to determine something.
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