Nowadays, we see more and more people indulging in intermittent fasting. This mode of feeding consists in depriving one's body of food for a given period, in order to enjoy many benefits. Women's Health Magazine shares some before-and-after photos of some of the best success stories of intermittent fasting published on social media.
Information about the pros and cons of fasting may seem paradoxical as some advocate extreme measures. However, it is possible to resort to intermittent fasting to enjoy the benefits of a less drastic version of this practice and just as beneficial to your health. Explanations.
What is intermittent fasting?
There are many ways to practice intermittent fasting. But they all have a common principle. It involves alternating periods of food intake and periods of fasting.
Fans of fasting usually choose the method that suits them best, depending on the needs and abilities of their body. Here are the most popular methods:
- The 16/8 method: which consists of not eating for 16 hours and eating only 8 hours in the day.
- The 5/2 Method: introduced by Dr. Michael Mosley to help overweight people slim down. It consists of eating normally 5 days a week and reducing its caloric quota for 2 days.
- Fasting 1 day out of 2 (the most severe form): which consists in not eating for 24 hours.
The benefits of intermittent fasting
Intermittent fasting is a real therapy that can prevent many health problems. As Dr. Saldmann explains, this gives our body the opportunity to take a break to promote its well-being. According to this nutritionist, the results can be surprising when the fast is casual, including a boost of energy and tone, a reduction of inflammation, better elimination of toxins, and a decrease in the frequency of allergies.
Nevertheless, it is still recommended to always consult a medical opinion, whatever your state of health.
The remarkable transformations of women who have intermittently fasted:
By combining it with a healthy and balanced diet or one-off diets, these women have not only managed to lose weight, but especially to look radiant on their photos!
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