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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So you’re fasting and losing weight! Everyday you get on the scale and you’ve lost a little more. You’re so excited! It’s working! Then you hop on the scale one morning, and what? The number is the same? Or worse, it’s gone up? How can that be? All this fasting and no changes on the
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Bone broth is a nutrient-rich and yummy option, whether you’re fasting or doing a Keto/Low Carb lifestyle. Let’s take a look! What exactly is bone broth? Bone broth is pretty much what it sounds like, a broth made from boiling animal bones and connective tissue. And it is packed full of good stuff! When the
There are many tips and tricks that will help you get through your fast (check out some of our previous articles on fasting). But if I had to boil it down to three tips that you can consistently count on, these are what I would always come back to. Key Number One: Water I know
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New to fasting? Although fasting is one of the simplest things in the world to do, there are a few basic things you should know. And electrolytes is one of those things. Even if you’re not new to fasting, everyone can use a little refresher sometimes. Let’s dig in! What are electrolytes? Electrolytes are essential
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The weight loss journey is no walk in the park. And fasting isn’t always easy. Some days it’s a struggle. Those days are when you need something powerful to help you push through. And that something is your why. Why do you want to fast? This is one of the first questions you need to
Let’s get one thing settled: people don’t fail diets. Diets fail people. Because diets don’t work! Let’s look at why they don’t work and what does work. It’s not your fault Most of us have tried diet after diet. And yes, we may have lost some weight initially. But it almost always comes back, and
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When it comes to fasting, there are plenty of myths out there. The idea that fasting is unnatural is one of those myths. Nothing could be further from the truth. Let’s look at some facts that will hopefully help you to see that fasting is the most natural thing in the world. The opposite is
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It’s no secret that fasting is an excellent tool for both weight loss and better health. And the two really go hand in hand. But there are a few differences in how you approach fasting, depending on what you’re trying to achieve the most. Let’s look at those differences. Fast duration considerations If you’re fasting
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