The simple truth is every body responds to fasting a little differently. Genetics, health, lifestyle…all these things play a part. But for a healthy person embarking on a fasting journey, there’s a general timeline of events—a predictable set of metabolic responses as your fast stretches from hours into days. We’re breaking down that timeline here….
The ketogenic diet is one of the most popular diets in the world. In recent years, it has topped the charts as one of the most often-Googled diets. Fans of the keto diet tout improved energy levels, better concentration, reduced appetite, and weight loss as benefits to being “in ketosis,” or the metabolic state in…
If you’re reading this, it’s likely that you’re gearing up for your big holiday feast with a big fast. Whether your fast lasts a few hours or a few days, you’re already being deliberate about your eating choices, and that’s commendable. You’re making a declaration that food serves you, not the other way around. Now,…
By Susana Holloway as told to Allison Goldstein “Fasting has just been an absolute life-changing, life-saving thing.” Meet Susana My name is Susana Holloway. I am 48 years old, and I live in a little town called Camus, right outside of Portland, OR. I am a trained chef and nutritionist and ran my own cooking…
Do side effects of fasting (headache, moodiness, etc) become more manageable over time? Asked By: Cheyenne L. Yes! In the beginning stages, fasting can certainly present challenges. The most common side effects of fasting are often the result of electrolyte deficiencies and can be easily remedied and prevented by staying hydrated and adding in a…
When should I start the fast timer? I want to press ‘go’ straight after eating. But it feels like a bit of a cheat to start the fast timer on a full stomach! Asked by: Lindsay G This is a great question, and the answer is yes! Your fast starts as soon as you swallow…
I’m new to fasting. I want to start tomorrow. How do I do that? Asked by: Mara R. First, a warm welcome to Mara! We are so excited for you to kick off your fasting journey with us. Fasting is a practice that can improve with time, and it’s a good idea to start slow….
When it comes to fasting, a lot of emphasis is placed on what we eat (or don’t eat), which makes it easy to forget about another crucial element: staying hydrated.
Though people fast for many different reasons, fasting and exercise are often undertaken together.
If you’ve embarked upon one of the many varieties of fasts — where you take in little or no food for a stretch of time — at some point you’ll eventually need to break your fast and begin eating again.
