Here’s what you should probably know about its effects on your body.
Intermittent fasting has become one of the most buzzed-about diets over the last several years.
Keto, we’re looking at you.)
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But what really happens to your body when you do IF?
Will you lose weight?
Feel hungry and irritable?
Here’s a look at what you might expect.
What Is Intermittent Fasting?
Luckily, she notes, your body will adjust to your new eating schedule as time goes on.
The benefit of IF is that it also acts on insulin.
With fewer hours in the day to eat, you may, in turn, consume fewer calories.
(Though this all depends on what you eat exactly.)
However, there is no one “perfect” weight loss strategy for everyone, the authors point out.
The only catch was that people were most successful with IF in the first one to six months.
Restricting food during periods of time can increase the risk of overeating or binge eating.
Additionally, another concern is the lack of guidance regarding food choices.
Even though IF doesn’t guide you with food choices, what to eat still matters, says Poillon.
Speak to your health care provider before trying out IF.
