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Julia Hochmann•You’ve been chatting it up with intermittent fasting for a while and know all about its benefits. Now this new medication, Ozempic, has joined the chat. A valid question comes to mind: can you incorporate Ozempic into your fasting? Or, you might be taking Ozempic and want to know if you can enhance its effects with fasting.Â
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Richard Schmidt•Unhealthy habits are all around us, and sometimes it can be difficult to not fall into them. Whether due to the prevalence of highly processed foods in an everyday diet or a reluctance to go for an evening walk, it’s not a surprise that
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Tobias Börner•Intermittent fasting is no news to individuals seeking alternative health and wellness practices. Its popularity stems from its positive health benefits. Fasting isn’t just about enduring hunger for a few hours; you can also enjoy nutritious options while getting the same effects.Â
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Julia Hochmann•By now, you’re aware of the impressive benefits intermittent fasting offers, such as weight loss, improved insulin sensitivity, and reduced risk of heart disease. While fasting can positively impact our health in many interconnected ways, is it also good for fertility?Â
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Richard Schmidt•Fasting doesn’t have to be as daunting as it sounds. While adjusting your routine and possibly your diet is necessary, not everything has to be off-limits. Zero-calorie foods for intermittent fasting are a thing, and so are zero-calorie drinks, but can you indulge them during fasting hours?Â
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Tobias Börner•Adequate caloric intake during fasting is crucial for an effective fast. But, do you have to eat fewer calories during fasting or do you need to eat more? This text will explain the importance of calories in the body and their role in intermittent fasting.
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Julia Hochmann•Intermittent fasting can potentially help lower cholesterol. A recent
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Richard Schmidt•Are you one of the
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Julia Hochmann•Turning to weight loss approaches after giving birth is not unheard of. However, understanding how to lose weight in a way that doesn’t affect your baby’s health (and yours) is paramount for a healthy and safe weight loss experience. Intermittent fasting requires changing your eating schedule, fasting for long periods, and sometimes even changing your diet. Can these changes affect your breast milk?Â
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Tobias Börner•Here we will answer all your questions on how to do intermittent fasting correctly, from the number of hours and what diet to follow to handy tips to ensure a triumphant fast.Â
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Julia Hochmann•Are you among the
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Richard Schmidt•Today, with many dietary options available, choosing an approach that fits into your lifestyle in every aspect can be quite overwhelming, even more so when you have specific objectives.Â
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Julia Hochmann•Are you considering starting a fasting regimen but don’t know how fasting may affect your sleep? Conversely, you are already fasting and suspect fasting could be the culprit of your dark circles.Â
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Richard Schmidt•You might be concerned about maintaining a healthy metabolism, especially after learning about recent findings. A
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Julia Hochmann•Intermittent fasting, emerging as a wellness practice, has demonstrated the potential to mitigate the increasing prevalence of diabetes. Based on a
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Tobias Börner•Depending on whether you take ibuprofen occasionally or almost daily, understanding when and how to take it is paramount for your well-being. During fasting, it’s essential to be extra cautious about its effects, considering your body is already experiencing considerable stress. This brings up the question: Is it safe to take ibuprofen during a fast?
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Julia Hochmann•You are itching to integrate
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Richard Schmidt•Chicken broth has been present in every kitchen for centuries. When we think about a stomach ache, a broken heart, or a warm winter dish, our brain thinks about chicken broth. While broth is known for making any situation better, a critical question surges: Can you still drink chicken broth during fasting? Will bone broth interrupt a fast?
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Tobias Börner•Are you looking for an intermittent fasting chart by age to determine which fasting plan is safe and effective specifically for you? While fasting has long been practiced for religious purposes, in recent years it has picked the interest of the medical industry due to its
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Julia Hochmann•Intermittent fasting (IF) is known for its intense eating restrictions, but is it actually as harsh as it sounds? You’ll be glad to know that 18:6 IF is not as extreme as you thought. The 18:6 fast can easily adapt to your daily routine, eating habits, and goals.
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Julia Hochmann•You can chew sugar-free gum while fasting, as it won’t stimulate an insulin response, which is what actually breaks the fast. Chewing gum may temporarily ease any cravings, not to mention freshening your breath. That said, do pay attention to the calories and ingredients in the gum you’re chewing.Â
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Richard Schmidt•MiO is a water enhancer that comes in different flavors. It has no calories, carbohydrates, or protein, so it does not cause an insulin reaction. In short, MiO won’t break your fast, unless you’re dry fasting, in which case all fluids must be avoided.Â
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Tobias Börner•Aspartame is frequently used in ‘zero-sugar’ products and doesn’t break a fast. Moreover, aspartame doesn’t provide carbs, so it can’t create an insulin response. Is it safe to use? That’s a different question. Before consuming aspartame, studying its frequent and long-term use impact on health is recommended.
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Richard Schmidt•If you’re fasting, particularly intermittent fasting, you can consume certain drinks that won’t break your fast. These include sugar-free or zero-calorie drinks like diet soda, tea, coffee, and lemon juice. Of course, water won’t break your fast unless you’re dry fasting, in which case all foods and drinks are off-limits. Knowing what is safe to consume during a fast can help you ace it like a pro and achieve your health goals.Â
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Julia Hochmann•Drinking matcha tea will not break your fast. When made without milk or sugar, matcha contains
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Tobias Börner•Taking medium-chain triglycerides or MCT oil won’t break your fast. This oil is made entirely of fats, which don’t impact insulin production like carbohydrates and proteins. Whether you should take it during a fast or after depends on what you want to achieve with your fasting diet. Taking the oil in smaller amounts spread throughout the day is advised.
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Tobias Börner•Cucumber water won’t break your fast. It’s low in calories and tastes refreshing, making it a wonderful choice for hydration during fasting. So, you don’t have to worry about breaking your fast to have some cucumber water while fasting.
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