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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Let’s talk exercise! We all know that exercise is good for you, but what about when fasting? How does that change things? We’re going to break it down into two categories: the athlete, and the average person (non-athlete). Exercise for Athletes during an Extended Fast As an athlete, you’re already used to strenuous physical activity.
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Most people think of insulin only in relation to diabetes. But insulin sensitivity is a spectrum. Insulin-related issues can affect your well-being even if you are not in the diabetes danger zone. It’s a major factor affecting your weight gain and weight loss, and your metabolic health in general. Here’s what you need to know
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Thinking of taking your Intermittent Fasting a step further? Or maybe you’d like to add Extended Fasting to your Keto or Carnivore lifestyle? This beginner’s Guide to EF is for you! What is Extended Fasting? In most circles, Extended Fasting is defined as fasting beyond 72 hours. Some people fast for a week or two
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Christmas is a magical holiday! Time with friends and family, parties, gifts … and food. Lots and lots of food and treats. As wonderful as it is, it can also be challenging if you’re trying to stick to your Keto or Carnivore diet. That’s why we’ve put together this Keto Christmas Survival Guide, full of
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Fasting is safe for the vast majority of healthy adults. But there are a few exceptions. In some situations, fasting is not recommended or requires medical approval beforehand. Sometimes Extended Fasting (EF) is not optimal but intermittent fasting (IF) works great. If you have any specific health conditions or concerns, you should always consult your doctor or
What is Intermittent Fasting? Intermittent fasting (IF) is a normal way of life where you have periods of fasting followed by periods of feasting (called a “window”). Simple! No counting calories or keeping track of macros. You eat, and then you don’t eat. Then repeat. Intermittent Fasting is based on the idea that what you eat is
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Extended fasting is a great way to get rid of unwanted body fat. Plus it offers tons of health benefits such as autophagy. While extended fasting is generally safe, breaking an extended fast requires reasonable precautions. Here’s what you need to know. What is an extended fast? How many days/hours? First things first. Let’s define
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Supplements For Your Immune System There is no magic pill that can protect you from coronavirus. Hopefully one day there will be. For now, the only strategy that’s guaranteed to work is avoiding exposure to infection. Most of us are trying to do just that in self-isolation. Is there anything else we can do? A
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