17/01/2024
What is Intermittent Fasting?
Unlike traditional diets that focus on what to eat, IF concentrates on when to eat.
This fundamental shift in approach has resonated with many who find conventional diets restrictive or hard to maintain.
Intermittent fasting is not a diet in the traditional sense but rather a pattern of eating. It's a conscious decision to skip certain meals or reduce food intake for specific periods. This method relies on the body's natural fasting state, where energy is derived from stored fat instead of food, leading to potential weight loss and other health benefits.
The core of intermittent fasting lies in its cycle of eating and fasting periods. During fasting, the body undergoes several physiological changes. Blood levels of insulin drop, facilitating fat burning. The human growth hormone (HGH) levels increase, aiding in muscle growth and other health benefits. Additionally, the body initiates important cellular repair processes and alters gene expressions related to longevity and disease protection.