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Dietitian Corner: INTERMITTENT FASTING

Intermittent fasting (IF) has become a MYTH: YOU’LL LOSE MUSCLE MASS MYTH: YOU CAN’T DRINK ANYTHING
popular approach to health and wellness. Another concern is that fasting will cause WHILE FASTING
As its popularity grows, so do the myths muscle loss. While this is possible if you aren’t Many people believe they have to avoid all
surrounding it. Let’s look at some of the eating enough, it can be avoided by consuming beverages during fasting periods. You can drink
most common misconceptions and the facts adequate protein and carbohydrates during your water, black coffee, tea, and other non-caloric
behind them. eating windows. This is especially important beverages while fasting. These beverages can
MYTH: YOU’LL STARVE if you are physically active. Proper nutrition help curb hunger and make fasting easier to
Some think intermittent fasting means and strength training can help support muscle manage.
going entirely without food, leading to maintenance and growth. Intermittent fasting is not for everyone, but
starvation. In reality, intermittent fasting MYTH: INTERMITTENT FASTING IS it’s also not as restrictive as it may seem.
is simply a way to schedule your eating. ONLY FOR WEIGHT LOSS When practiced correctly, it can be a flexible
It involves planned periods of eating and While intermittent fasting is often used as a and sustainable way to support your personal
fasting. One common method is 16 hours weight-loss strategy, its benefits go beyond the health goals. If you are considering trying it,
of fasting followed by an 8-hour eating scale. Research shows that intermittent fasting speak with a healthcare provider to ensure it
window. There are several approaches, may help regulate blood sugar, manage IBS is safe option for you.
so finding a schedule that works best for symptoms, increase longevity, and support Source:
your lifestyle is important. Many people brain health. These health benefits have been
find that intermittent fasting helps reduce observed even in people who do not lose https://health.clevelandclinic.org/
overall calorie intake while allowing them weight, making fasting a potential health intermittent-fasting-4-different-types-
to get the nutrients they need. strategy for many people. explained

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• Superfood Spotlight: Coconut
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• A Zing of Sumac
• And more!

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