Myth: fasting means losing muscle

Real Story: Michelle is a dedicated runner and mom of two.  She came to see me because she had gained a few kilo’s and her energy was low. When I recommended that she try intermittent fasting, she was reluctant because she thought that fasting would leave her feeling weak and fatigued. Like many, she had…

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Myth or Truth: Fasting puts more stress on a woman’s body

Men and women are different physiologically and metabolically. Women have a more complex hormonal system than men which can influence our mood, energy, sleep, appetite etc. But, fasting can be extremely beneficial for women, if it is done correctly and in tune with the menstrual cycle. You can learn more about how to do this…

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Myth: I can’t exercise when I fast

Thank you for your questions on intermittent fasting! I will be posting the answers so be sure to follow along! Have more questions, just post in the comments. Myth: “I can’t exercise when I fast” Fact: Exercising in a fasted state can boost many of the beneficial effects of fasting (fat-burning, autophagy, growth hormone release)……

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Have questions?

I’d love for you to share with me any questions you have around intermittent fasting! I will be answering and myth busting over the next few weeks!

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Doc, I want to try Intermittent Fasting. How do I start?

There are several fasting regimens that people subscribe to but when you first start out, keep it simple and start slowly. Don’t be scared to skip a meal. In fact, relish the idea! No need to cook. You have extra time to do something else. You might even save a few cents by eating less!…

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Doc, I’ve been fasting for months, and I’m not seeing results!

I hear this every day:  ‘Doc, I’ve been fasting for months, and I’m not seeing results!’ Intermittent Fasting is a powerful tool for improving your health and vitality.  Not only can Intermittent Fasting help you achieve your weight loss goal but it has additional benefits to improve inflammation, slow down ageing and optimize gut health. …

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What happens in your body when you fast?

Intermittent fasting is a popular lifestyle practice with many potential benefits: Weight loss Anti-inflammatory Gut health Anti-ageing Autophagy + anti-cancer Mental alertness Sports performance It’s helpful to understand what happens in your body when you fast so you can benefit to the max. After your last meal, absorbed glucose is circulating in your blood.  This…

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Guidelines for Progressive Intermittent Fasting

‘Doc, how should I start intermittent fasting if I’ve never done it before?’ I get this question quite often.  The truth is that most people will suffer no serious health issue if they suddenly fast for 20-24 hours, even if they’ve never fasted before.  However, the chance of feeling unwell or very hungry during the…

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Fasting

Intermittent Fasting is a powerful tool for improving your health and vitality.  Not only can Intermittent Fasting help you achieve your weight loss goal but it has additional benefits like: Anti-inflammatory effects Boosting gut health Anti-ageing Autophagy + anti-cancer Improving mental alertness Enhancing sports performance What happens in your body when you fast? It’s helpful…

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