5 Mistakes to Avoid When Fasting Intermittently (and How to Lose the Most Weight Safely)
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Is it possible to eat whatever, not watch calories, and melt away stubborn fat from the comfort of your home without doing strenuous exercises at the gym?
What to do in cases of “stubborn” fat?
According to health and wellness experts, intermittent fasting is one of the best solutions for transformation.
Reduce Hunger, Cravings, and Belly Fat
You can have it all. Intermittent fasting allows you to enjoy delicious meals and helps you lose weight and feel energized at the same time.
One of the main reasons so many people fail intermittent fasting is that they start by longer than necessary fasting windows or cutting food groups, which shocks the body.
Keep reading if you want a smooth transition to intermittent fasting, lose fat, and keep it off the healthy way.
What you’re about to read are 5 mistakes to avoid to be successful on your intermittent fasting journey.
Mistake #1: Rushing Into Intermittent Fasting
Surely you’ve heard of the stories: intermittent fasting melts pounds of fat, changing how people look entirely… If it’s done right.
Thousands of men and women worldwide have used this eating strategy. It’s proven, and the results speak for themselves. People lose flabby arms, fat on thighs, and stubborn belly fat too.
But before you get too excited, be careful.
According to health and wellness expert Dr. Alexander H. Blackwell, “Intermittent fasting is a very knowledge-based diet. Rushing in without a plan is short-sighted as it will most likely fail,” he says.
If you rush to intermittent fasting without a plan, here’s what you can expect:
- You will not know which intermittent fasting protocol best suits your body and routine.
- You will be hungry because you won’t know what foods to eat during your eating windows and what makes you feel satiated when fasting.
- The weight won’t go down as fast as it could or will not move at all.
Instead, Dr. Blackwell recommends a professional, custom intermittent fasting plan based on your age, eating preferences, and other criteria.
“Look for support and ideas on how to manage intermittent fasting correctly,” he says. “Your health is the number one priority. Take care of yourself, and you will start seeing the benefits in the nearest future.”
Mistake #2: Not Getting Enough B Vitamins
After starting intermittent fasting, you might feel tired.
Your body is not used to going long periods without food. YET. Think of your stomach as something that needs to be trained.
At first, fasting might feel challenging, but over time, your body will become more comfortable operating with less food.
There is, however, an early side effect that comes with intermittent fasting – fatigue. The actual reason behind this might be not consuming enough vitamin B.
“B vitamins are mostly found in whole grains,” explains Blackwell. “Lacking them can make you feel tired, lower your energy levels, and slow down your weight loss progress.”
Fortunately, you can still get plenty of B vitamins from correctly balanced foods. You just need to eat food aligned with a fasting lifestyle.
Mistake #3: Not Eating Enough Fiber
There’s a lot of fiber in fruits and whole grains. But the issue is that only a few people consume enough of these products.
So you need to be extra conscious to get a nice amount of fiber during your eating window.
Dr. Blackwell states, “Fiber is essential to help regulate digestion, hunger, and fullness cues. It helps provide long-lasting energy and a steady blood glucose level.”
In other words, fiber is critical. If you don’t eat enough, you may feel hungry, break your fast, and ruin your hard work.
The recommended approach is to eat more whole grains and vegetables. All kinds are great.
Don’t like eating vegetables all the time? Consider trying fiber supplements to refresh your body.
Mistake #4: Leptin Resistance
Leptin is a powerful fat-controlling hormone.
It sends a signal to your brain that says, “you’re full,” so you know when to stop eating. It diminishes hunger pangs naturally. If your body produces leptin properly, your appetite will stay in check.
But when your body produces too much leptin, your brain stops receiving the signal. So you don’t feel full easily, which causes overeating and eventually excessive weight gain.
How to avoid that? Fix the underlying root causes of leptin resistance:
- Irregular or poor sleep patterns
- Too many processed foods
- Overeating during your eating window
- Too much stress
One of the many benefits of intermittent fasting is that it can help fix leptin resistance: “Fasting helps reduce the inflammation that causes leptin resistance and resets leptin receptors, encouraging weight loss.”
Mistake #5: The “Google Curse”
With a bit of light research on Google, you’ll find thousands of intermittent fasting weight loss transformations. The proof is everywhere, and it’s easy to get excited.
Many people read a few articles, note a few intermittent fasting-friendly recipes, then try to get started on their own.
But this is a mistake. Just knowing you need to restrict your eating time is not enough. Often, the meals and fasting protocols you find online are good separately yet may cause nutritional imbalances when combined.
Don’t start intermittent fasting without help, especially if you don’t know the answers to questions like:
- “What is the correct fasting window for most weight loss for you?”
- “How much weight can you lose with intermittent fasting?”
- “Does sleeping count as fasting?”
- “What can I eat during the fasting window?”
- “Does coffee/tea break the fast?”
How can you find the correct answers to these questions and learn to achieve your weight goals successfully?
The Solution to Start Dropping Clothes Sizes Fast and Healthy
“If you’ve tried any other diet before but never did fasting, you should be pleasantly surprised,” says Dr. Blackwell.
“With a personalized fasting plan that considers your age, physical shape, and lifestyle preferences, people lose 10, 20, and more pounds. And that is without food restrictions or strenuous exercise.
That’s what I see all the time.
I suggest completing a short but very informative quiz to take the guesswork out of your weight loss and intermittent fasting (link below).
In less than 2 minutes, you can get a personalized intermittent fasting guide app, including meal plans perfectly aligned with the fasting lifestyle and created by professional nutritionists.
With such a plan alongside weight loss, you’re likely to experience other benefits of fasting: increased metabolism and energy, little to no food cravings, and better mood.”
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I read the book Fast Like A Girl. It’s awesome. Hormones in women play such a part and you can actually adjust your fasting lengths throughout the month.
I started years ago 16:8, initially I ate between 11 am and 7 pm, in the meantime I only took a 10-day break, now I eat between 10 am and 6 pm, I lost 17 kg (37 lbs) and I feel amazing. as a type 2 diabetic, I brought the average blood sugar to 5.4mmol, which means ideal, now I take only 2 out...
I started years ago 16:8, initially I ate between 11 am and 7 pm, in the meantime I only took a 10-day break, now I eat between 10 am and 6 pm, I lost 17 kg (37 lbs) and I feel amazing. as a type 2 diabetic, I brought the average blood sugar to 5.4mmol, which means ideal, now I take only 2 out of 6 pills, not giving up sweets 🙂 and still full of energy, I’m 58 years old. I encourage everyone who has a strong will at the beginning, then you simply get used to it. Greetings, everyone
I began fasting 4 months ago, 16/8 and have so far lost 43lbs. Still have 30 more to go but steadily working on it. I feel so much better.
I want to learn more about information please help
You recommend to eat fiber during a fast… Brilliant.
I did intermittent fasting and walking for six months and lost approximately 20kg but battled with the last 3kg to get to my normal weight. I would love to go back on it as I have gained 3kgs since then and would like to loose the 6kgs for good.
This is mostly because I feel good and healthy!
I am interested to know more about intermitermided fasting l need to have self discipline and confidence that l can loose weight through fasting l need this
Very interesting and worth trying
I’m on my 3rd week and down 6lbs. What I’m loving is the decreased in inflammation. My hips feel about 30% better now.
I was doing everything right and the scale and my pant size kept going up, I am a 65 years old, active , healthy woman. Intermittent fasting has worked for me! 5 months ago, I began 19:5. Truthfully, a number of days I chose to eat outside my window, for special occasions. I am down 18 pounds, and have never felt better! Belly, fat,...
I was doing everything right and the scale and my pant size kept going up, I am a 65 years old, active , healthy woman. Intermittent fasting has worked for me! 5 months ago, I began 19:5. Truthfully, a number of days I chose to eat outside my window, for special occasions. I am down 18 pounds, and have never felt better! Belly, fat, and thigh bulge, gone!! In fasting window.. ONLY BLACK COFFEE AND WATER.
My window is from 12 -8pm and it has been amazing, i have had like four set backs i just keep going lost about 7 pounfs. Would have lost more but i am fighting my sugar and coffe addition .This article is a big help
I started the intermittent 16/8 diet a few months after my wife passed. I am 65 and have lost 35lbs in about 4 months. Of course I have cut out all sugars except honey, no fast foods or deep fried foods and no snacks other than healthy. I found it easy enough to stick to the diet. I also walk 5 days a week....
I started the intermittent 16/8 diet a few months after my wife passed. I am 65 and have lost 35lbs in about 4 months. Of course I have cut out all sugars except honey, no fast foods or deep fried foods and no snacks other than healthy. I found it easy enough to stick to the diet. I also walk 5 days a week. I am up to 4-4.5 miles at a quick pace. My fast runs from 6pm to 10am.
I don’t follow the rules exactly and need to do better, but I have been fasting for the last year & 1/2 and have gone from 147 to 116 lbs. (56 year old female 5’4”). I started by only eating between 11:00am and 5:00pm, mainly skipping breakfast and not eating late because I have acid reflux. But now I am rarely hungry and only...
I don’t follow the rules exactly and need to do better, but I have been fasting for the last year & 1/2 and have gone from 147 to 116 lbs. (56 year old female 5’4”). I started by only eating between 11:00am and 5:00pm, mainly skipping breakfast and not eating late because I have acid reflux. But now I am rarely hungry and only eat one meal a day, anything I want. I just have to make sure I get enough protein and nutrients, and that I stay hydrated. I feel better overall, and acid reflux symptoms have improved.
I have been fasting since August 2022, lost 10kg. I’m a Triathlete, did Ironman March 2023, fasting 18/4 believe that I’m doing it wrong, Please help!
I’m interested
I’m very glad to hear this news from you, thank you so much 😊 may God bless you 🙏
Hello everyone, I eat two meals twice per day, and snack on fruit. Like cherries, banana, pineapple or mangoes. Breakfast at 10 am and dinner between 5 pm-7 pm. Was 187lbs now at 183.2 lbs in 2 weeks. I have a water bottle that measures my water every 2 hours between 8am -6pm.
I was losing weight when I first started doing IF. It was so exciting. Nothing had worked for me in years! I lost 2 pant sizes in 6 weeks! I quit after 5 months because I was so fatigued. After reading this post, I am ready to try again armed with the knowledge that I lacked enough vitamin B. It was working so well,...
I was losing weight when I first started doing IF. It was so exciting. Nothing had worked for me in years! I lost 2 pant sizes in 6 weeks! I quit after 5 months because I was so fatigued. After reading this post, I am ready to try again armed with the knowledge that I lacked enough vitamin B. It was working so well, I hated to quit. I’m going to reach my goal this time!!!
I’ve been IF for 3 months. I’m doing the 18/6. I’m down 40lbs.
Thanks
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This is very helpful and very essential
Your information looks reliable for me to share with my doctor, with promising hope for success.
Very informative.
Will definitely start the program..
I’ve learnt a lot through reading this,thanks and I’m looking forward to start this beautiful journey
I eat from 10:00 am to max 4:00 pm minus a few outings and holidays. It really feels great got rid of the bloating and lost 9 kgs so far. I need 4 more to reach my ideal weight
I am interested
I started IF about three years ago. I am a 72, soon to be 73-year/old black female. I was never too much over weight but weighed the most I ever had and felt very uncomfortable because of it. I am now at my 30 something size and have the energy and stamina of someone at least 25 years younger. I work out 4-5 days...
I started IF about three years ago. I am a 72, soon to be 73-year/old black female. I was never too much over weight but weighed the most I ever had and felt very uncomfortable because of it. I am now at my 30 something size and have the energy and stamina of someone at least 25 years younger. I work out 4-5 days a week, walk at least 10,000 steps daily and eat just about anything I want. IF certainly worked for me!
I have just started IF for about a month, I have been eating lower carb for a year now as well, I only have around 10lb to lose mostly belly fat.
Did it 2 years ago. Lost 50 lbs in 3 months. Have kept it off. Still have IF in my life. Don’t eat like I use to. Still doing IF to maintain my loss but not everyday. My stomach has remained small, helps with not overeating. It’s the only thing that I have ever been able to do and keep the weight off.
Looking forward to learning more.
I’m 63 years old and I do the 18:6 intermittent fasting program which has worked out great for me…I lost a total of almost 50 pounds in a 3 month period of time. I also workout regularly and I’m vegan, so that helps, but I’ve been working out and eating healthy for years, however, I haven’t been able to lose significant weight and keep...
I’m 63 years old and I do the 18:6 intermittent fasting program which has worked out great for me…I lost a total of almost 50 pounds in a 3 month period of time. I also workout regularly and I’m vegan, so that helps, but I’ve been working out and eating healthy for years, however, I haven’t been able to lose significant weight and keep it off until I started fasting…FACTS!
I have tried to keep my weight under control all my life but always just gained over all. Years ago I lost 10kg with 5:2 fasting but couldn’t stop my night snacking. I now do the 16:8 and I have finally stopped my night eating. I hardly eat sugar anymore, have no cravings, sleep well and lost already 5.5kg in 1 month. I’m absolutely...
I have tried to keep my weight under control all my life but always just gained over all. Years ago I lost 10kg with 5:2 fasting but couldn’t stop my night snacking. I now do the 16:8 and I have finally stopped my night eating. I hardly eat sugar anymore, have no cravings, sleep well and lost already 5.5kg in 1 month. I’m absolutely loving it and highly recommend it.
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Thak you for this article, it’s informative and helpful to me.
Iam 78 and need to lose weight in a healthy way. I look forward to beginning.
I’ve been fasting 16/8 for a month and haven’t lost a single pound. I feel I’m doing everything right. I do put a tad of Splenda in my coffee in the morning, because I read it won’t break a fast? Could that be why I’m not losing? I only need to lose around 10 pounds.
I’m almost 2 weeks in and down 9 pounds so far. My hunger has decreased and I feel great. 16:8 works for me.
Been doing this for a month
I’ve lost 66 lbs since last May. I started IF last Sept. I reversed my diabetes!
Is there a plan where one is allowed to have cheat days? Has anyone ever tried 5/7 fasting days?
I’ve been doing this on my own for years before this became a thing, because I felt better. Never did like that over full feeling, or eating too late because I’m early to bed early to rise. Eat breakfast around 8 or 9am and eat between then and 3 or 4pm. I’m 5’7″ and weigh 133, sometimes a little less sometimes a little more....
I’ve been doing this on my own for years before this became a thing, because I felt better. Never did like that over full feeling, or eating too late because I’m early to bed early to rise. Eat breakfast around 8 or 9am and eat between then and 3 or 4pm. I’m 5’7″ and weigh 133, sometimes a little less sometimes a little more. I’m not a strenuous work out person, but do enjoy walking 😉
I have been on the 16/8 plan for 2 1/2 weeks and down 9 lbs so far but also keeping carbs down and calories under 1200 a day. Still, at 59 years, losing the weight. Only 75 lbs to go.
I have a rotating schedule that wreaks havoc on my body…but with a 16:8 model primarily while I’m on nigh shift I’m losing weight, shrinking clothing sizes, and gaining energy with minimal effort. I know that will likely change as my body adapts but I finally feel like there’s hope
I have autoimmune issues, on meds that have caused me too gain 50 pounds. Im miserable. Im in same boat with joint pain, I have Neuropathy too. Any other suggestions, dud you drink wine or alcohol?
Does it matter when your eating window is? With my schedule, 2pm to 10pm or 3pm to 11pm works best for me.
I eat in only a one hour window and eat only a VERY big salad with 6-10 Oz of protein and a healthy fatty dressing. I’ve lost 100# in 18 months. I eat about 3:30 or 4 pm. Rarely I do an extended fast.
I do 16:8 I eat between 12pm and 8pm I try to wait till 12.30 and stop at 7pm sometimes. I exercise daily. This has been very positive
Can a person with diabetes use your plan?
Interested
If I try intermittent fasting again, I need to know exactly what I can consume during the fasting state that will not break the fast. Is sugar free coffee creamer ok? I cannot drink coffee without creamer.
I am senior citizen, moderately active, and need to loose 20 lbs. Simple food is best
I’ve been doing low carb since Christmas and have done well but I wanted to speed up the weight loss with IF for my son’s wedding in March. Started just a few days ago but I can already tell a huge difference!
The 16:8 is working great for me,so far! I recommend exercise in addition because of the added benefits.
Can you drink beer and this work?
I started a 26/8 plan on April 2022. Up to January 18, 2023 I’ve lost 50 pounds. I only fo 2 small meals daily. Cut down on bread, sugar, corn, pre cooked meals. Stay with my portions of fish, chicken, and beef with veggies or legumes. So far, I keep my weight. Went from wearing XL to Medium, from 42DD to 36C, from size...
I started a 26/8 plan on April 2022. Up to January 18, 2023 I’ve lost 50 pounds. I only fo 2 small meals daily. Cut down on bread, sugar, corn, pre cooked meals. Stay with my portions of fish, chicken, and beef with veggies or legumes. So far, I keep my weight. Went from wearing XL to Medium, from 42DD to 36C, from size 16 on dresses to size 8. Work out 4-5 @week. My cholestetol, pre-diabetes, sodium, potassium are normal levels now. Even the CPAP machine that I used for 6 years, was suspended by my pulmonologist.
Need more info and time period to fast
I started IF about a week ago. I am normally a night grazer. My window is noon – 8 PM. I drink mango ginger tea with stevia, and a piece of fresh ginger thrown in for extra flavor at night. I don’t buy junk food. It’s working. During the day, I am drinking water with fresh lemon. I’m not hungry. I’m keeping track of...
I started IF about a week ago. I am normally a night grazer. My window is noon – 8 PM. I drink mango ginger tea with stevia, and a piece of fresh ginger thrown in for extra flavor at night. I don’t buy junk food. It’s working. During the day, I am drinking water with fresh lemon. I’m not hungry. I’m keeping track of my calorie intake on a free app. The only issue i have is remembering to eat during the window. I can’t exercise either due to physical limitations. It’s working!
Can you put sugar free creamer in your coffee during fasting times and still have the Intermittent Fasting work for you?
Been doing this for years but would like your. Perspective
I started 3 months ago went from 239 lbs to 200 6 months now 185 , my goal is 170 , it works , water /tea/ coffee, than eat healthy, I do it Mon , weds, Fri , and eat veggies, and keto , 🇺🇸👍
16/8 works for me can always teak my diet would like more fiber and protein ideas
I’m retired. I’d decided to strip and rebuild my garage. It would be a 2-month project (240V wiring, air-lines, lighting, new workbench and cabinets). I’d get up in the morning and go to work immediately, stopping reluctantly for lunch around 11:30, a veggie snack at 2 and dinner at 6 before working until 8 or 9. I wasn’t deliberately doing an intermittent fast, but...
I’m retired. I’d decided to strip and rebuild my garage. It would be a 2-month project (240V wiring, air-lines, lighting, new workbench and cabinets). I’d get up in the morning and go to work immediately, stopping reluctantly for lunch around 11:30, a veggie snack at 2 and dinner at 6 before working until 8 or 9. I wasn’t deliberately doing an intermittent fast, but I lost 24lbs. I thought it was all the physical exertion, but after reading about intermittent fasting, I realized it was the eating schedule along with the physical. I’ve stayed on a 16/8 schedule and have lost another 12lbs. I’m happy. My eating is under control. I feel full and my stamina is great.
18:6 does fine for me. I’m 64 yr. lost 55 pounds a year ago but I need to make sure I walk about 3 miles 5times a week to maintain.
Started at 230 I am a 60 yr old man, I ate a healthy diet but plateaued around 192 I then started intermittent fasting and I now am 170 pounds and I have turned into a new person. I didn’t change my food choices I simply changed when I ate and now my body tells me when it’s 11:30 which is when I eat...
Started at 230 I am a 60 yr old man, I ate a healthy diet but plateaued around 192 I then started intermittent fasting and I now am 170 pounds and I have turned into a new person. I didn’t change my food choices I simply changed when I ate and now my body tells me when it’s 11:30 which is when I eat breakfast lunch around 3:00 dinner by 6. I take supplements daily and walk everyday, feel like I am a kid!
I like to have my eating window from 8 am-1 pm and fast the rest of the time. Will that work?
Due to holidays I have lost track of intermittent fasting. Now I Just need a push to know what to avoid once again and hours of when to avoid food and when to eat. A refresher course
Been doing IF for 9 months now. I was riding 23 miles on my bike in am without eating with no problems. I usually do 17/7 sometimes 16/8 or even 18/6. I broke my ankle so can’t exercise and I am still losing. I go my clothes and how I look. The scale is the devil.
Great informative
I have an under active thyroid so nothing really works. I continue with the 16:8 intermittent fasting.
Can i put electrolytes in my water during my fasting hours
I’ve lost 50 lbs doing OMAD and reversed my diabetes!! Fasting burns fast cells and really works! Good luck! I do daily cycle to move better. Stay healthy.
I practice IF OMAD since September. I stopped all snacking and eating fast foods, sugar, processed foods, since April and have lost 50 lbs so far. When it’s time to eat I’m happy to eat a good balanced meal and I don’t overeat. Salmon, spinach and avocado are part of my daily meal plan. I’m able to walk and move better. My planter fasciitis...
I practice IF OMAD since September. I stopped all snacking and eating fast foods, sugar, processed foods, since April and have lost 50 lbs so far. When it’s time to eat I’m happy to eat a good balanced meal and I don’t overeat. Salmon, spinach and avocado are part of my daily meal plan.
I’m able to walk and move better. My planter fasciitis has healed due to no sugar. I do a stationary cycle and light wgts daily to keep my blood circulated.
Most importantly, I reversed my diabetes completely and no longer need diabetic meds!! Good luck to all! IF works!! You burn fat cells with you’re fasting.
I have tried intermittent fasting but find I can only do 12/12, will that work with my weight loss goals?
I have been on the 16:8 intermittent diet for about 2 months and have lost approximately 35 pounds. The key for me is to stop all food consumption by 7pm. I have noticed that my joints and arthritis don’t hurt as much and my movement is slowly progressing. By the way I am 65 years old and was 265 pounds 3 months ago, now...
I have been on the 16:8 intermittent diet for about 2 months and have lost approximately 35 pounds. The key for me is to stop all food consumption by 7pm. I have noticed that my joints and arthritis don’t hurt as much and my movement is slowly progressing. By the way I am 65 years old and was 265 pounds 3 months ago, now right around 230-232…but I drink at least 40 to 60 ounces of water per day, with helps flush my system. Also, I follow a diet that is balanced for lunch and dinner and will have fruit or nuts in between meals. I am eating about 1500 calories per day, and make sure my meals are balanced.
Downloaded the app, paid, but could not create the account. Help!!
When starting an intermittent fasting, when is correct to stop it? How long you can do it? Is something to do for the rest of the life, like everyday? Or is it just for example, 2 months then stop, returning again after 1 or 2 months? How is the hung of this?
Hello there. We are delighted that you are interested in intermittent fasting! Intermittent fasting is an eating pattern where you cycle between periods of eating and fasting. In other words, it’s a periodic energy condition that accelerates weight loss and leads to various health benefits, such as reduced inflammation, regulated blood sugar and cholesterol levels, improved brain health, and many others. Therefore, you can...
Hello there. We are delighted that you are interested in intermittent fasting!
Intermittent fasting is an eating pattern where you cycle between periods of eating and fasting. In other words, it’s a periodic energy condition that accelerates weight loss and leads to various health benefits, such as reduced inflammation, regulated blood sugar and cholesterol levels, improved brain health, and many others. Therefore, you can practice Intermittent Fasting until you reach your desired weight loss goals or continue it for the rest of your life for the health benefits.
For example, the most popular type of fasting is 16:8, which means eating during an 8-hour window and restraining from food for the remaining 16 hours daily.
With the DoFasting app, you can choose a fasting method that fits your lifestyle best, learn to prepare healthy meals, and implement simple workouts into your daily routine. You can find more information about intermittent fasting on the DoFasting website at app.dofasting.com.
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Awesome
I am so ready for this. I know very little about it but I keep looking for something
Taking well balanced electrolytes has helped me with my 20:4 fasts and extended day fasts. I use the Reset daytime energy and sleep capsules (cause good sleep is so very important)! They help me fast longer without any fasting issues.
I need a plan to lose belly fat asap
Hi! You might want to try DoFasting!
It is an app designed to be your guide with meal recipes, calorie, and step tracker, workout routines, and an extensive library of educational resources! Try it out at dofasting.com.
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I have been using intermittent fasting and it’s really worked for me. I eat breakfast between 7 am and 12 noon. My second meal is between 4pm and 7 pm. I have been losing about 16 lbs a month. My issue is the out of control snacking in the evenings. I no longer eat ice cream, cake, cookies, etc. I drink about 64 ounces...
I have been using intermittent fasting and it’s really worked for me. I eat breakfast between 7 am and 12 noon. My second meal is between 4pm and 7 pm. I have been losing about 16 lbs a month. My issue is the out of control snacking in the evenings. I no longer eat ice cream, cake, cookies, etc. I drink about 64 ounces of water/coffee/herbal tea during the day.
I have a regular breakfast between 7am and 12, then a regular dinner between 4 p.m and 7 pm. I drink about 67 ounces of water a day. I am losing about 4 pounds a week. I have started including stationery bike and Sit and Be Fit exercise videos.
I’m roughly 3 1/2 months into this intermittent fasting plan 20/4. I’ve lost 47.5 lbs. It does WORK, I feel Incredible!!!
Any suggestions as I just started doing 12-8. Have only lost 4lbs for the last 4 weeks. I know I must be doing something wrong.
Hang in there. Took me 6 weeks to become fat adapted. After that I started losing weight.
I’m 68 yrs old and need to drop 75 to 100 pounds. I am on a fixed income so I’m afraid to go any further looking into this because I don’t know how much it cost. Had a friend drop 50 quickly do this. Does the quite cost a lot ?!
Hi Melinda,
Thanks for the message! 😊
In order to find out the price of DoFasting, you would have to take the personalized quiz on their website, which would allow them to provide you with the best plan possible.
Here’s the link to their website: https://app.dofasting.com/
Hope this helped out!
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Started intermittent fasting, on my own, definitely interested in tips!
Try changing your eating window to (3-7)
I have been doing 20/4 eating window 5:00 to 9:00 for 9 months now and I have lost 41 pounds but I have hit a plateau and not quite sure what to do.
I would like to start this
Try changing your eating window to (3-7)
Signing up for more information.
Been doing this for 6 months and very doable I’m 80 year old female, was 70 pounds overweight and have lost
40 pounds and my bloodwork and blood pressure have improved. My walking, arthritis and mental condition have also improved. I have been on diets all my life and find this best I’ve ever done👍
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Want to do this fasting
Very good points. Electrolytes are also very important when fasting. I just did a 72hr fast taking the Reset electrolyte fasting capsules which have methylated b/vitamins and green tea leaf extracts for energy.
Thank you
Can I drink coffee on fasting
Yes you can drink coffee tea without sugar n creamer. It’s basically any drink without any calories. This was the toughest part for me. But I made it and you can too
That is the hardest part for me, drinking black coffee. Also I’ve never been an early dinner eater, so that too gives me problems.
It’s customizable. Adjust your eating window so you can eat dinner later. I do 10 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. You could for example, do noon – 8:00 p.m.
No food or drink with calories during fasting hours you drink water during fasting hours
Very interested
I can’t wait I am trying this now so wish me luck
I started about three weeks after some extensive research and it has been a game changer. Is it easy? No! but well worth it.
Morbidly obese would love to get on board to start fasting I can do it!
I’ve started intermittent fasting and to date have lost 50 lbs hoping to Lisa’s Amoy 30 before my high school reunion
Thanks! Looking forward to reading your newsletter
Interested
I have the app. Not necessary, but it helps. I’ve lost 12 pounds in 5-6 weeks. (not even going to the gym, just evening walks around the neighborhood) So, it works.
I eat from 11am-7pm. I drink lots of water. That’s it.
Foods I can eat in my eating window
Thanks
I would like to learn more
I would like to loose alot of weight
Thanks
I checked out the do fasting app and did the quiz. I got a plan and found out how long it’ll take to reach my goal. It’s pretty cool. Good luck!
This is the only thing that has worked for me. I eat food from 4:00-8:00pm everyday. Water, crystal lite, and coffee in between. I’m not hungry, and I’ve lost 50 lbs so far. Download this app. I can’t exercise much (severe joint pain), but IF works. Love it.
Hello Darrel. I know everyone is different. But, I’m curious to know, what does your eating regimen look like? Do you restrict yourself to certain foods, etc.?
Do you only eat from 4pm to 8pm
So you only eat food 4-8:00! How is that healthy? Do you eat breakfast?
Thanks
That’s 20 hrs fasting??
I’ve been on 16 – 8 for 3 yrs but need to give it push to lose 5 kgs
My son is overweight and diabetic. Fiber in whole grains and fruits, don’t they also have carbs & sugars he should avoid?
Is fasting an option when he is told to eat periodically to keep his insulin levels stable?
Going to give it a shot
Just wanted you to consider dropping the Crystal light and drinking water with lemon and stevia instead. The sweetener in Crystal light causes me to have bad joint pain!
Can there be cream in the coffee while fasting?
How long did it take you to lose the 50? Good job BTW
I put cream in my coffee once the eating window opens. Black coffee or tea before that.
For the tea, which kind? Can all the fancy herbal teas be taken?
No cream. It only takes 35 calories to break a fast.
I’m so interested in this wanting to get started. So glad I read your healthinsider news.
I’ve lost 3st in under a Yr I fast from 7 or 8 until 12.30 or 1 depending on my lunch break. I love it nothing has ever worked for me but this has did wonders for me
I appreciate your help.
16:8 has worked for me in a sustainable way. Minus holidays and a couple night out with friends or date night with my SO, keeping my “eating window” closed after 7PM has 100% eradicated my big issue which is snacking mindlessly while watching TV after work and dinner.
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I am considering this at the moment