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12 week expert-coached Fasting Program
Intermittent fasting is often called 5:2 fasting. It has become very popular in the past few years. You drastically reduce your food intake for 2 days each week (500 calories for women; 600 for men). On the other 5 days each week you eat normally. Many people use fasting to lose weight. It is also …
Going away? Read our top tips for fasting on holiday!
We touched on this issue in the last FastDay Buzz article about fasting as a parent, but with the summer holidays drawing ever closer it seems a good time to delve a little deeper! So, you’re going on holiday and you’re an intermittent faster… what do you do? How should I decide what to do? …
Got kids? Read our top tips for fasters with children!
Why fasting isn’t suitable for children Although fasting can benefit all sorts of different people both for purposes of weight loss and improving general health, it is not recommended for children. This is because fasting reduces our level of a growth hormone known as IGF-1 (Insulin-like Growth Factor 1). As adults we don’t need so …
10 tips for festive fasting
It’s the season to “eat, drink and be merry” as many call it, but if you’ve been losing weight you probably don’t want to undo all that hard work. Did you know the average Briton gains around 6lb over the holiday season? And that’s just an average, which means that some will not gain so …
The Good, The Bad & The Ugly: 10 unexpected surprises when you start fasting – Part 3
Our first fasts are quite an experience, something we always remember and we certainly can learn a lot from them. Like any new experience, we don’t know what to expect before we start. Here are some of the surprises that may await you when you embark on an intermittent fasting journey – be they good, …
The Good, The Bad & The Ugly: 10 unexpected surprises when you start fasting – Part 1
Our first fasts are quite an experience, something we always remember and we certainly can learn a lot from them. Like any new experience, we don’t know what to expect before we start. Here are some of the surprises that may await you when you embark on an intermittent fasting journey – be they good, …
Avoid these 5 common fasting mistakes
The beauty of intermittent fasting lies in its simplicity, but there are a few areas where mistakes are commonly made and can easily be avoided.
Chicken parmigiana with spinach salad
Either feed the family or freeze the cooked chicken parmigiana in individual portions. Remember to quarter the salad quantities if just serving one though!
Moogie’s 5:2 diet success story
“It’s been so unbelievably simple, but fasting has totally changed my life, my relationship with food and my size.”
Chris’ 4:3 diet success story
“Fasting has given me the control of food and my weight, which I never had before.”
Carrot, Leek and Mustard Seed Soup
This luscious carrot soup is easy to make and only costs 31p per serving. A great way to use seasonal produce to feed your family.
Fasting for people managing medical conditions
Fasting can be beneficial for your health, but what if you have an existing medical condition such as diabetes? Learn more about fasting with medical conditions Intermittent fasting is not suitable for everyone. For example, you should not be fasting if you are underweight, or if you are pregnant, breast feeding (yes, we know those …
Intermittent fasting for people with thyroid disorders
People with thyroid problems can struggle to lose weight; intermittent fasting can help with this although the rate of loss may be slow.
Fasting with medical conditions
Fasting is not for everyone. If you have a medical condition, check with your doctor. Intermittent fasting is not recommended for children, people who are underweight, and women who are pregnant or breast feeding. Learn more Get started for free
Can I exercise when intermittent fasting?
Exercising while fasting adds extra health benefits to both the fasting and the exercise. Learn more about how exercise and intermittent fasting are complementary.
Exercise trackers
Exercise trackers are the new must-have gadget for any keen runner or gym-lover. Although the exact features vary device-to-device, they can record your steps taken, level of high-intensity activity, calories burnt and your heart rate. We’d recommend them not only for the ‘gym bunnies’ but also for more casual exercisers – it’s a great motivating …
Who should not do intermittent fasting?
For most people, fasting is a great way to control weight, and to live a healthier life. However, it is not for everyone.
Frequently Asked Questions
Intermittent Fasting FAQ 1. Why is fasting important and useful? How much weight will I lose from intermittent fasting? I have heard that fasting is good for my long term health, reducing the risk diabetes, heart disease, cancer and Alzheimers. Is this true? 2. The basics What is IF? What is a WoE? What …
