Unlock the answer to this common burning question: How “exactly” does intermittent fasting help you lose weight?
Ready to decode the mystery behind weight loss with intermittent fasting? In this post So What IF? with Jen will easily explain the answers to the following questions related to intermittent fasting:
- What is intermittent fasting?
- What are the benefits of intermittent fasting?
- HOW “EXACTLY” DOES INTERMITTENT FASTING HELP YOU LOSE WEIGHT?
- What is the best intermittent fasting method for fast weight loss?
- How can I get started with intermittent fasting?
What is Intermittent Fasting?
You might be wondering what is intermittent fasting, and how does intermittent fasting work? An intermittent fasting diet is actually not a “diet” at all. Additionally, it’s very different from the “traditional” eating plan that many of us are used to.
INTERMITTENT FASTING involves cycling between periods of eating and fasting (calorie restriction). During the fasting periods, you abstain from consuming calories, while during the eating periods, you consume your meals and calories as usual.
The idea of intermittent fasting is to give your body a break during hours of fasting from calorie intake and constant digestion.
Intermittent fasting allows you to choose when to eat and when to take a break. This is accomplished by following a specific fasting method of your choice. Some of these methods include OMAD (one meal a day), alternate-day fasting or the most common 16:8 method. You have periods of ‘feasting’ when you enjoy delicious meals, and then you have periods of fasting where you give your tummy a timeout. It’s absolutely NOT about starving yourself.
Instead, the primary goal is about mindful eating and teaching your body to use its fat stores for fuel, which we’ll talk more about later in this post.
What are the benefits related to Intermittent Fasting?
This trendy eating pattern offers a bunch of amazing long term health and weight loss benefits.
First off, intermittent fasting is like a secret fat burning weapon. When you give your body time between meals, it taps into those reserved fat stores for energy and helps you shed those stubborn pounds. It can also boost your metabolism and help with fat loss while preserving muscle mass.
But wait, there’s more! It’s like a superhero for your blood sugar levels, keeping them steady and reducing your risk of diabetes. Plus, it’s got anti-aging powers. Intermittent fasting has been shown to support brain health and reduce inflammation in the body, which is linked to many chronic diseases like heart disease.
Additionally, fasting has been shown to improve blood pressure, insulin resistance and increase energy levels.
How “Exactly” Does Intermittent Fasting Help You Lose Weight?
So, we have finally made it to the BURNING QUESTION: How “exactly” does intermittent fasting help you lose weight? And, why does it work so well?
An intermittent fasting plan helps with weight loss by controlling when you eat. When you give your body specific times to eat and fast, it’s like flipping a switch that tells it to burn fat for energy.
When you eat, your body gets energy from the food it has just taken in. It uses this energy for all your daily activities, like walking and talking. But, when you fast (abstain from caloric intake), especially for an extended period, your body no longer has fresh food to use for energy. So, it has no other choice other than to start tapping into your stored fat for fuel. And this, my fasting friends, is when the real weight loss party gets started!
Additionally, intermittent fasting helps control our hunger hormones so when you fast, these hormones calm down and you don’t feel as hungry. This is incredible because it makes it easier to eat fewer calories overall while still feeling FANTASTIC!
What is the best Intermittent Fasting Method for Weight Loss?
The best intermittent fasting method for weight loss can vary from person to person. It’s a good idea to learn about and familiarize yourself with a variety of fasting methods. But remember, the best method is one that you can stick to and that suits your lifestyle and health needs.
How Can I Get Started (Right Away) With Intermittent Fasting?
First, I would encourage you to take a short tour of my So What IF? with Jen WEBSITE and BLOG. Here you will find more great intermittent fasting TIPS, TRICKS, and WEIGHT LOSS RECIPES and PRODUCTS!
Next, check out our extremely supportive So What IF? with Jen Facebook Group! After my success with fasting, I began this intermittent fasting/weight loss support group in February of 2022. It has since grown to almost 3,000 members. It is a fantastic resource for anybody who wants to be successful with intermittent fasting. So, come check us out! We would love to have you!
And… if you’re ready to go ALL IN and FAST-TRACK YOUR WEIGHT LOSS SUCCESS, I’m totally here for YOU! In my INTERMITTENT FASTING and WEIGHT LOSS MASTERCLASS: 6 Weeks to Sexy I will teach you step-by-step, week-by-week, exactly HOW I lost 46 Pounds in 4 Months with Intermittent Fasting! I’ll share with you every single TIP, TRICK, RECIPE & STRATEGY that I used to reach my goal weight and maintain for over two years now!
So, if you’re ready to GET HEALTHY and LOSE SOME SERIOUS WEIGHT in just 6 weeks you can join me RIGHT HERE!
Take care, my fasting friend!
