Alternate Day Fasting, also known as ADF, is a popular fasting schedule. And for good reason! It works, and it works well. Let’s look at ADF’s, the benefits, and how to do them. ADF – First things first For those who are new to fasting, or maybe just need a refresher, let’s briefly go over […]
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We talk a lot about Fasting and Keto/Low Carb for weight loss and health. These methods work well for many reasons. But one key advantage is that they are much closer to the natural human lifestyle. Let’s look at how our hunter-gatherer ancestors lived and why we may benefit from imitating some of their lifestyle.
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It’s that time of the year again. The holidays are right around the corner! These special days are such a wonderful time of family, love, and celebration. But not so great for your fasting and weight loss goals. We tend to go off plan around the holidays so that we can partake in all the
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It’s talked about mostly in the context of social connections. But the fear of missing out is often an obstacle when it comes to fasting and Keto or low-carb lifestyles. Let’s talk about why that happens and what you can do about it. What is the fear of missing out? Sometimes abbreviated to FOMO, it’s
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You’ve heard of Keto and Carnivore, and you’ve heard of Fasting, but what in the world is a Protein Sparing Modified Fast, or PSMF? Let’s take a look at what it is, how it’s different from a true fast, and who might benefit from it. What is PSMF? PSMF is not a true fast. It’s
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Let’s take a look at another one of the myths that surround fasting. You can find some of our previous myth debunking articles here, if you missed it. The idea that fasting will somehow mess up your metabolism is probably one of the most wide-spread myths out there. Let’s talk about why it’s not true,
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Sweeteners are a hot topic of debate in the Fasting and Keto/Low Carb circles. Are they okay? Some people swear they don’t break a fast, and others say they do. What’s the truth? Let’s take a look at natural and artificial sweeteners. We can’t cover them all (there are many), but we’ll go over the
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Thinking of doing an Extended Fast? That’s great! But let’s talk about how to get you prepared for the fast. Why bother preparing? Can’t I just jump in and go for it? You absolutely can jump right in. I’ve had many clients who did that and completed their Extended Fast. However, just because you can,
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Fasting is an amazing tool for health and weight loss. But did you know that fasting is also part of many religious traditions? Deliberate abstinence from food and drink as a spiritual practice is very common. It’s practiced in many diverse cultures across the globe, despite their significant differences in beliefs and geographical separation. Let’s
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Does fasting work as well for women as it does for men? Yes and no. Fasting is good for everyone! But there are some subtle differences to be aware of. Why does it matter? Being aware of biological realities will help you find what works best for YOU. It’s not a one-size-fits-all scenario! Before we
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