Intermittent Fasting 101: A Beginner's Guide to Fat Loss

Intermittent Fasting (IF) has become one of the world's most popular health and fitness trends. People are using it to lose weight, improve their health and simplify their lifestyles.

What is Intermittent Fasting?

It is an eating pattern that cycles between periods of fasting and eating. It doesn't specify which foods you should eat but rather when you should eat them.

The 16/8 Method

The 16/8 method involves skipping breakfast and restricting your daily eating period to 8 hours, such as 1–9 p.m. Then you fast for 16 hours in between.

Key Benefits

When you fast, several things happen in your body on the cellular and molecular level. For example, your body adjusts hormone levels to make stored body fat more accessible. Growth hormone levels shoot up and insulin sensitivity improves.

To ensure success, make sure you stay within your daily calorie needs. You can calculate your baseline at our BMR & TDEE Calculator and track your meals in our Meal Planner.

Don't forget to prioritize protein to prevent muscle loss during your fasting window. Check your required intake at our Protein Calculator.