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]]> You may have heard of something called intermittent fasting. If you’re not sure what it is exactly, let us give you a basic debriefing. In a nutshell, there are certain times throughout the day where you cannot eat a thing, save for a few cups of water, perhaps. When that timeframe is up, you can eat however much you want. This approach is one that worked for many, but not everyone. So is it right for you? Let’s find out.

Who Are You?

Ultimately, you have to know what kind of person you are before you can decide. Are you the kind of person that thrives with strict boundaries? Or are you someone who works better with looser reins?

For instance, there are some people who, when given more freedom, will stray from their path, and potentially eat things they’re not supposed to. These same people perform better when they have stricter boundaries. At the same time, there are those who react negatively to such extreme rules, and feel more comfortable with the freedom.

If you’re not sure which one of those paradigms fits your personality best, the obvious thing to do is to just try it out and see how it goes. If it doesn’t work out, no harm no foul. It’s not the right fit, so you can move on and try something else!

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]]> Intermittent Fasting: Achieve Maximum Results the Right Way! https://yourdailysportfix.com/intermittent-fasting-achieve-maximum-results-the-right-way/ Mon, 24 Jul 2023 16:07:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=23386 Intermittent fasting has gained immense popularity in the fitness world. But like any effective fitness strategy, doing it the right way is key to achieving maximum results. In this post, we’ll unveil the proper way to do intermittent fasting, ensuring you reap all the incredible benefits without compromising your health or performance. View this post […]

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]]> Intermittent fasting has gained immense popularity in the fitness world. But like any effective fitness strategy, doing it the right way is key to achieving maximum results. In this post, we’ll unveil the proper way to do intermittent fasting, ensuring you reap all the incredible benefits without compromising your health or performance.

Know Your Body

Intermittent fasting isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach. Understanding your body’s unique needs and limitations is crucial. Consult with a healthcare professional or nutritionist to determine if intermittent fasting is suitable for you, especially if you have any medical conditions or concerns.

Start Slowly

Don’t dive headfirst into the deep end of fasting. Begin with a 12-hour fasting window, gradually increasing it to 14, 16, or even 18 hours as your body adapts. Allow your body ample time to adjust to this new eating pattern without overwhelming it.

Stay Hydrated

During fasting periods, it’s vital to stay hydrated. Water, herbal teas, and black coffee are your allies. Hydration helps control hunger pangs and supports various bodily functions, making your fasting experience more manageable.

Maintain a Balanced Diet

Intermittent fasting isn’t a license to indulge in unhealthy foods during your eating window. Focus on maintaining a balanced diet, filled with whole, unprocessed foods that support your fitness goals and overall well-being.

Combine with Exercise

To maximize your results, incorporate regular exercise into your routine. Combining intermittent fasting with a well-rounded fitness plan can lead to increased fat loss, improved muscle definition, and enhanced overall fitness.

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]]> Juice Cleanses โ€” Are They Worth It? https://yourdailysportfix.com/juice-cleanses-are-they-worth-it/ Fri, 16 Jun 2023 08:17:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=22358 You might have spotted your favorite celebs and health influencers engaging in juice cleanses. This involves juicing fresh fruits and veggies and avoiding all solid food for a limited period of time. Proponents claim that juice cleanses are a great way to ‘detox’ and ‘reset’ your bodyโ€”but is it really worth it? What is a […]

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]]> You might have spotted your favorite celebs and health influencers engaging in juice cleanses. This involves juicing fresh fruits and veggies and avoiding all solid food for a limited period of time. Proponents claim that juice cleanses are a great way to ‘detox’ and ‘reset’ your bodyโ€”but is it really worth it?

What is a Juice Cleanse?

The juice referred to in a juice cleanse is usually cold-pressed fruit and vegetable juice with no additives. This kind of juice is bursting with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.

The juice cleanse requires you to drink only juice for anywhere from 3 days to 3 weeks. It is purported to help with weight loss, resolve digestive issues and provide a detoxing effect after overindulgence.

What are the Benefits?

The benefit of cold-pressed fruit and veggie juice is that it is an easy way to get lots of nutrients in one sitting, without having to spend lots of time preparing fruits and veggies throughout the day. However, you don’t need to only drink juice to get this benefit…

What are the Downsides?

Unfortunately, there are lots of downsides to juice cleanses.

  • Juicing removes all dietary fiber which is essential for healthy digestion.
  • A juice-cleanse diet will not provide you with adequate calories to meet your energy needs.
  • A juice cleanse is very restrictive and could harm your relationship with food.
  • There is no evidence to suggest that juice cleanses help your body to flush out toxins.

The Verdict

The best way to have a healthy diet and get all the nutrients you need is to eat plenty of fresh veggies and fruits, whole grains, lean protein, and healthy fats. Juices can absolutely be a healthy addition to a balanced diet, but they shouldn’t replace food, even for a few days.

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]]> Fasting Can Have Its Benefits https://yourdailysportfix.com/fasting-can-have-its-benefits/ Tue, 06 Sep 2022 08:49:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=20777 Most religions include at least one fast day per year in their calendar. Depending on the cultural tradition, partakers may abstain from food or water (or both) for anything between 12 and 72 hours. As drastic as it may sound, there are actually health benefits to fasting.ย  Reduces Insulin Resistance Studies have shown that fasting […]

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]]> Most religions include at least one fast day per year in their calendar. Depending on the cultural tradition, partakers may abstain from food or water (or both) for anything between 12 and 72 hours. As drastic as it may sound, there are actually health benefits to fasting.ย 

Reduces Insulin Resistance

Studies have shown that fasting can improve blood sugar control which is good news for those at risk of diabetes. Research based on intermittent and alternate day fasting showed that limiting calorie intake can result in reducing insulin resistance, which may keep your blood sugar steady, preventing spikes and crashes in your blood sugar levels.

A Whole New Palate

After fasting, your tastebuds adapt to different flavors that you may have previously disliked. This is most evident after a water-only fast. For example, celery may seem saltier, and you may notice that other flavors have been enhanced after the neural adaptation.

The Early Bird Gets Fed

In some cases, those fasting can eat earlier in the day, before the fast commences. Consuming calories earlier in the day has been proven to be better for the bodyโ€™s well-being by decreasing blood pressure and making us feel lighter.ย 

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]]> Study Shows No Correlation Between Intermittent Fasting and Weight Loss https://yourdailysportfix.com/study-shows-no-correlation-between-intermittent-fasting-and-weight-loss/ Tue, 17 Nov 2020 11:22:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=14113 Intermittent fasting (IF) has been a popular dietary trend that challenges people to eat during specific periods of time and fast for the rest of the day. Many have been using it to limit the calorie intake and itโ€™s often claimed that IF is great for weight loss, however, a recent study found that IF […]

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]]> Intermittent fasting (IF) has been a popular dietary trend that challenges people to eat during specific periods of time and fast for the rest of the day. Many have been using it to limit the calorie intake and itโ€™s often claimed that IF is great for weight loss, however, a recent study found that IF doesnโ€™t promote weight loss.

The study was published in JAMA Internal Medicine and included 151 individuals and lasted for 12 weeks. When it comes to the participants who were clinically overweight or obese, it turned out that IF didnโ€™t mean they would lose weight.

Fasting has always been a part of human culture. There are many different reasons why one decides to fast for a certain period of time and they range from religious to health-related. The most popular way of intermittent fasting is 16:8, which means you would fast for 16 hours and eat all your daily food within an 8-hour window. For some people, this means skipping breakfast, for other skipping dinner, but it ultimately doesnโ€™t matter. The main goal is to limit the number of calories you consume daily and limiting the eating hours is a great way to achieve that.

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]]> How to Deal With Three Common Side Effects of Intermittent Fasting https://yourdailysportfix.com/how-to-deal-with-three-common-side-effects-of-intermittent-fasting/ Mon, 10 Aug 2020 08:50:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=10114 Intermittent fasting is not only great for weight loss, but for many other health-related reasons. It helps reduce inflammation, improves digestion, reduces bloating, helps you sleep better, regulates food cravings, etc. However, it does come with some side effects that you need to consider before giving it a go. Here are three of the most […]

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]]> Intermittent fasting is not only great for weight loss, but for many other health-related reasons. It helps reduce inflammation, improves digestion, reduces bloating, helps you sleep better, regulates food cravings, etc. However, it does come with some side effects that you need to consider before giving it a go. Here are three of the most common ones.

Hunger

If youโ€™re eating often, your body is used to getting food frequently. Once you stop giving it food, it will alarm you. It takes willpower to go through the hunger periods in the beginning, but know that it will get better after a week or so. Make sure to drink plenty of water throughout the day and especially during the fasting periods.

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NO THIS IS NOT OATMEAL… it is chocolate rawnola cereal ๐Ÿ‘… biiiiiig difference between the two (not really but just go with it) โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ € โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ € 1/2 cup rolled oatsโ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ € 4 dates pittedโ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ € 1 tbsp cacao powderโ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ € 1 tsp agave (or any liquid sweetener)โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ € cinnamonโ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ € ground coconut flakes (optional but yum)โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ € โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ € โ€ขโ€ขโ€ข blend everything together until it becomes clumpy & granola-likeโ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ € โ€ขโ€ขโ€ข top with fruit and plant based milk ๐Ÿ™‚ โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ € โ€ข #instafood #foodstagram #faithsfresh

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Food Cravings

Food cravings are psychological. When you know you canโ€™t have something, you will only think about it. When you begin intermittent fasting, youโ€™ll likely constantly think about food during your fasting periods. Instead of listing all the (unhealthy) foods you will eat during your feeding window, try to distract yourself by doing something unrelated to food that makes you feel good.

Headache

If you find yourself suffering from headaches when you start intermittent fasting, make sure youโ€™re drinking enough water and try light stretching to relax your body. Try to control the outside stress factors as stress can cause headaches and your body is already under a lot of it for adjusting to the new feeding schedule.

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I had breakfast after an 18 hour fast. I broke the fast with this vegan anti-inflammatory smoothie packed with vitamins and antioxidants. I love it because it so Easy to make and tastes amazing. All products l used in this smoothie are organic. 2 Oranges and 1 Lemon Juice , 2 large Carrots, 1 Banana, ginger, 2 tbsp Chia seeds, 1 cup Almond Milk, 3 tbsp rolled oats. Blend and serve chilled. โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€” #intermittentfasting16hours #intermittentfastinglifestyle #intermittentfasting18hours #goldensmoothies #turmericsmoothie #turmericbenefits #antiinflammatorydiet #antiinflammatoryfood #plantbasedsmoothies #vegansmoothie #vegangoldensmoothie #lifestylebyemilia #inspotoyourhome #inspohome #inspohomes #inspohomedecor #intermittentfastingworks #scandinavianstyle #scandinavianhome #cosyhomes

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]]> Is Fasting Right For You? https://yourdailysportfix.com/is-fasting-right-for-you/ Mon, 14 Oct 2019 07:24:39 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=6729 Fasting is probably the most popular diet-related trend right now. Itโ€™s praised for many alleged benefits which include weight loss, anti-aging effects, improving mood, etc. But is fasting really a good idea and good for everyone? While many people swear that fasting is the method that helped them achieve many health-related goals, we must ask […]

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]]> Fasting is probably the most popular diet-related trend right now. Itโ€™s praised for many alleged benefits which include weight loss, anti-aging effects, improving mood, etc. But is fasting really a good idea and good for everyone?

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Green goddess grilled cheese ๐Ÿง€ ๐ŸŒฟ ~ green goddess pesto + mozzarella cheese + fresh baby greens + avocado @thedelicious #summervibes ~ For each sandwich: 2 slices bread 2-3 tablespoons Pesto ยฝ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese 2 tablespoons feta cheese, crumbled handful fresh baby spinach ยผ avocado, sliced salt and pepper grapeseed oil, or other neutral oil for cooking butter, if youโ€™re so inclined . Directions For each sandwich: Spread about 1 tablespoon of Pesto onto each slice of bread. On one slice of bread, add ยผ cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese, baby spinach, sliced avocado, crumbled feta cheese, dashes of salt and pepper, the remaining ยผ cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese, then top it with second slice of bread. Press together gently. Heat 1 tablespoon grapeseed oil in a frying pan over medium low heat. If you want to use butter, add it to the oil and let it melt. Add the sandwich to the oil and cook until bread is golden brown, about three minutes. Press down on the sandwich lightly, then flip the sandwich over and cook until second side is golden brown, another three minutes. Remove Grilled Cheese Sandwich to plate, let cool, cut into halves, and serve. Hot sauce and little pickled things like onions, cherry peppers, or other hot peppers alongside the sandwich are great! . . #goodfood #healthyfood #fitfood #dieting #dietfood #healthymeals #healthysnacks #healthyhabits #healthydiet #healthyrecipe #healthybody #healthygirl #healthyish #healthyme #healthybodyhealthymind #avocado #nutritious

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While many people swear that fasting is the method that helped them achieve many health-related goals, we must ask ourselves if this is really a universal approach thatโ€™s good for most people. The short answer is that itโ€™s not. Skipping meals and starving for the most part of the day isnโ€™t something that anyone can or should do. It mostly depends on several factors, such as your current diet, whether you have children, how mentally engaging your job is, how willing your partner is to support you, etc. Going for hours without food can be liberating, but it doesnโ€™t just happen overnight. It requires practice and adaptation to the new lifestyle that not everyone can commit to.ย 

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Fruit Bowl 246 Kcal – Protein: 2,5g, Fat: 1g, Carbs: 45g โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€” Guten Morgen Foodies, Schรคtzt mal in den Kommentaren wie viele Kalorien diese gesamte Bowl mit Obst hat?? Ich lรถse es dann spรคter auf:) Bei mir gibt es dann noch ein wenig Joghurt fรผr die Proteine und schon hat meine eine vitaminreiche Mahlzeit ๐Ÿ‘ โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€” Good Morning Foodies:) How many calories does this bowl have?? I am also adding protein Joghurt at work but thatโ€™s it for my mealprep ๐Ÿ™‚ โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€” Ingredients: 75g Banana 125g Apple 100g Raspberries 100g blueberries โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€” Have a great week Cheers Alex

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There are many groups of people who shouldnโ€™t fast, such as teenagers, the elderly, women who are pregnant or breastfeeding, people with chronic illnesses (unless supervised by a doctor), etc. For the rest, itโ€™s a matter of choosing the most appropriate lifestyle.

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]]> The Most Popular Ways to Do Intermittent Fasting https://yourdailysportfix.com/the-most-popular-ways-to-do-intermittent-fasting/ Wed, 18 Sep 2019 09:27:32 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=6396 Intermittent fasting is a very popular way to eat less and lose weight, but did you know there are several ways in which you can practice it according to your lifestyle and personal preferences? All of the ways mentioned below can be effective, as long as you can stick to the one that works best […]

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]]> Intermittent fasting is a very popular way to eat less and lose weight, but did you know there are several ways in which you can practice it according to your lifestyle and personal preferences?

All of the ways mentioned below can be effective, as long as you can stick to the one that works best for you.

16/8

The 16/8 method means that you eat during the 8-hour window and fast for 16 hours. You can adjust it in the beginning and turn it into 14/10 if thatโ€™s easier for you. You can fit 2 or three meals within your eating window.

5:2

This is the type of fasting where you eat normally for 5 days then fast for 2 days, typically during the weekend but you can choose whichever days work for you. During those two days, you can consume only 500-600 calories.

24-Hour Fast

This method means that you should stop eating for 24 hours once or twice per week. Itโ€™s definitely not for everybody, but it can have great effects.

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]]> Will Skipping Dinner Help You Burn Fat? https://yourdailysportfix.com/will-skipping-dinner-help-you-burn-fat/ Tue, 02 Jul 2019 11:23:40 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=4330 Until recently, skipping meals has been frowned upon by most experts. Today, many argue that intermittent fasting can actually have many health benefits and help you lose weight and stay healthy. According to research conducted at the University of Virginia, youโ€™re likely to get a brain boost and feel more energetic if you practice intermittent […]

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]]> Until recently, skipping meals has been frowned upon by most experts. Today, many argue that intermittent fasting can actually have many health benefits and help you lose weight and stay healthy.

According to research conducted at the University of Virginia, youโ€™re likely to get a brain boost and feel more energetic if you practice intermittent fasting.

Another study examined the effects of intermittent fasting on weight loss and found eating within an 8-hour window and fasting for 16 hours per day helped participants consume 350 fewer calories and lose 3% of body weight over 12 weeks.

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Still, itโ€™s important to monitor your body and respect the signals it sends you. While skipping meals can have great results for some people, itโ€™s not a universal recipe for weight loss and itโ€™s important you find what works for you.

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]]> ersion="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> fasting Archives - yourdailysportfix.com yourdailysportfix.com Mon, 28 Aug 2023 15:04:24 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 https://yourdailysportfix.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/cropped-FAVICON_2-32x32.png fasting Archives - yourdailysportfix.com 32 32 Is Intermittent Fasting Right For You? https://yourdailysportfix.com/is-intermittent-fasting-right-for-you/ Tue, 29 Aug 2023 08:50:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=23708 You may have heard of something called intermittent fasting. If you’re not sure what it is exactly, let us give you a basic debriefing. In a nutshell, there are certain times throughout the day where you cannot eat a thing, save for a few cups of water, perhaps. When that timeframe is up, you can […]

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]]> You may have heard of something called intermittent fasting. If you’re not sure what it is exactly, let us give you a basic debriefing. In a nutshell, there are certain times throughout the day where you cannot eat a thing, save for a few cups of water, perhaps. When that timeframe is up, you can eat however much you want. This approach is one that worked for many, but not everyone. So is it right for you? Let’s find out.

Who Are You?

Ultimately, you have to know what kind of person you are before you can decide. Are you the kind of person that thrives with strict boundaries? Or are you someone who works better with looser reins?

For instance, there are some people who, when given more freedom, will stray from their path, and potentially eat things they’re not supposed to. These same people perform better when they have stricter boundaries. At the same time, there are those who react negatively to such extreme rules, and feel more comfortable with the freedom.

If you’re not sure which one of those paradigms fits your personality best, the obvious thing to do is to just try it out and see how it goes. If it doesn’t work out, no harm no foul. It’s not the right fit, so you can move on and try something else!

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]]> Intermittent Fasting: Achieve Maximum Results the Right Way! https://yourdailysportfix.com/intermittent-fasting-achieve-maximum-results-the-right-way/ Mon, 24 Jul 2023 16:07:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=23386 Intermittent fasting has gained immense popularity in the fitness world. But like any effective fitness strategy, doing it the right way is key to achieving maximum results. In this post, we’ll unveil the proper way to do intermittent fasting, ensuring you reap all the incredible benefits without compromising your health or performance. View this post […]

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]]> Intermittent fasting has gained immense popularity in the fitness world. But like any effective fitness strategy, doing it the right way is key to achieving maximum results. In this post, we’ll unveil the proper way to do intermittent fasting, ensuring you reap all the incredible benefits without compromising your health or performance.

Know Your Body

Intermittent fasting isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach. Understanding your body’s unique needs and limitations is crucial. Consult with a healthcare professional or nutritionist to determine if intermittent fasting is suitable for you, especially if you have any medical conditions or concerns.

Start Slowly

Don’t dive headfirst into the deep end of fasting. Begin with a 12-hour fasting window, gradually increasing it to 14, 16, or even 18 hours as your body adapts. Allow your body ample time to adjust to this new eating pattern without overwhelming it.

Stay Hydrated

During fasting periods, it’s vital to stay hydrated. Water, herbal teas, and black coffee are your allies. Hydration helps control hunger pangs and supports various bodily functions, making your fasting experience more manageable.

Maintain a Balanced Diet

Intermittent fasting isn’t a license to indulge in unhealthy foods during your eating window. Focus on maintaining a balanced diet, filled with whole, unprocessed foods that support your fitness goals and overall well-being.

Combine with Exercise

To maximize your results, incorporate regular exercise into your routine. Combining intermittent fasting with a well-rounded fitness plan can lead to increased fat loss, improved muscle definition, and enhanced overall fitness.

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]]> Juice Cleanses โ€” Are They Worth It? https://yourdailysportfix.com/juice-cleanses-are-they-worth-it/ Fri, 16 Jun 2023 08:17:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=22358 You might have spotted your favorite celebs and health influencers engaging in juice cleanses. This involves juicing fresh fruits and veggies and avoiding all solid food for a limited period of time. Proponents claim that juice cleanses are a great way to ‘detox’ and ‘reset’ your bodyโ€”but is it really worth it? What is a […]

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]]> You might have spotted your favorite celebs and health influencers engaging in juice cleanses. This involves juicing fresh fruits and veggies and avoiding all solid food for a limited period of time. Proponents claim that juice cleanses are a great way to ‘detox’ and ‘reset’ your bodyโ€”but is it really worth it?

What is a Juice Cleanse?

The juice referred to in a juice cleanse is usually cold-pressed fruit and vegetable juice with no additives. This kind of juice is bursting with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.

The juice cleanse requires you to drink only juice for anywhere from 3 days to 3 weeks. It is purported to help with weight loss, resolve digestive issues and provide a detoxing effect after overindulgence.

What are the Benefits?

The benefit of cold-pressed fruit and veggie juice is that it is an easy way to get lots of nutrients in one sitting, without having to spend lots of time preparing fruits and veggies throughout the day. However, you don’t need to only drink juice to get this benefit…

What are the Downsides?

Unfortunately, there are lots of downsides to juice cleanses.

  • Juicing removes all dietary fiber which is essential for healthy digestion.
  • A juice-cleanse diet will not provide you with adequate calories to meet your energy needs.
  • A juice cleanse is very restrictive and could harm your relationship with food.
  • There is no evidence to suggest that juice cleanses help your body to flush out toxins.

The Verdict

The best way to have a healthy diet and get all the nutrients you need is to eat plenty of fresh veggies and fruits, whole grains, lean protein, and healthy fats. Juices can absolutely be a healthy addition to a balanced diet, but they shouldn’t replace food, even for a few days.

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]]> Fasting Can Have Its Benefits https://yourdailysportfix.com/fasting-can-have-its-benefits/ Tue, 06 Sep 2022 08:49:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=20777 Most religions include at least one fast day per year in their calendar. Depending on the cultural tradition, partakers may abstain from food or water (or both) for anything between 12 and 72 hours. As drastic as it may sound, there are actually health benefits to fasting.ย  Reduces Insulin Resistance Studies have shown that fasting […]

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]]> Most religions include at least one fast day per year in their calendar. Depending on the cultural tradition, partakers may abstain from food or water (or both) for anything between 12 and 72 hours. As drastic as it may sound, there are actually health benefits to fasting.ย 

Reduces Insulin Resistance

Studies have shown that fasting can improve blood sugar control which is good news for those at risk of diabetes. Research based on intermittent and alternate day fasting showed that limiting calorie intake can result in reducing insulin resistance, which may keep your blood sugar steady, preventing spikes and crashes in your blood sugar levels.

A Whole New Palate

After fasting, your tastebuds adapt to different flavors that you may have previously disliked. This is most evident after a water-only fast. For example, celery may seem saltier, and you may notice that other flavors have been enhanced after the neural adaptation.

The Early Bird Gets Fed

In some cases, those fasting can eat earlier in the day, before the fast commences. Consuming calories earlier in the day has been proven to be better for the bodyโ€™s well-being by decreasing blood pressure and making us feel lighter.ย 

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]]> Study Shows No Correlation Between Intermittent Fasting and Weight Loss https://yourdailysportfix.com/study-shows-no-correlation-between-intermittent-fasting-and-weight-loss/ Tue, 17 Nov 2020 11:22:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=14113 Intermittent fasting (IF) has been a popular dietary trend that challenges people to eat during specific periods of time and fast for the rest of the day. Many have been using it to limit the calorie intake and itโ€™s often claimed that IF is great for weight loss, however, a recent study found that IF […]

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]]> Intermittent fasting (IF) has been a popular dietary trend that challenges people to eat during specific periods of time and fast for the rest of the day. Many have been using it to limit the calorie intake and itโ€™s often claimed that IF is great for weight loss, however, a recent study found that IF doesnโ€™t promote weight loss.

The study was published in JAMA Internal Medicine and included 151 individuals and lasted for 12 weeks. When it comes to the participants who were clinically overweight or obese, it turned out that IF didnโ€™t mean they would lose weight.

Fasting has always been a part of human culture. There are many different reasons why one decides to fast for a certain period of time and they range from religious to health-related. The most popular way of intermittent fasting is 16:8, which means you would fast for 16 hours and eat all your daily food within an 8-hour window. For some people, this means skipping breakfast, for other skipping dinner, but it ultimately doesnโ€™t matter. The main goal is to limit the number of calories you consume daily and limiting the eating hours is a great way to achieve that.

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]]> How to Deal With Three Common Side Effects of Intermittent Fasting https://yourdailysportfix.com/how-to-deal-with-three-common-side-effects-of-intermittent-fasting/ Mon, 10 Aug 2020 08:50:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=10114 Intermittent fasting is not only great for weight loss, but for many other health-related reasons. It helps reduce inflammation, improves digestion, reduces bloating, helps you sleep better, regulates food cravings, etc. However, it does come with some side effects that you need to consider before giving it a go. Here are three of the most […]

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]]> Intermittent fasting is not only great for weight loss, but for many other health-related reasons. It helps reduce inflammation, improves digestion, reduces bloating, helps you sleep better, regulates food cravings, etc. However, it does come with some side effects that you need to consider before giving it a go. Here are three of the most common ones.

Hunger

If youโ€™re eating often, your body is used to getting food frequently. Once you stop giving it food, it will alarm you. It takes willpower to go through the hunger periods in the beginning, but know that it will get better after a week or so. Make sure to drink plenty of water throughout the day and especially during the fasting periods.

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NO THIS IS NOT OATMEAL… it is chocolate rawnola cereal ๐Ÿ‘… biiiiiig difference between the two (not really but just go with it) โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ € โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ € 1/2 cup rolled oatsโ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ € 4 dates pittedโ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ € 1 tbsp cacao powderโ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ € 1 tsp agave (or any liquid sweetener)โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ € cinnamonโ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ € ground coconut flakes (optional but yum)โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ € โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ € โ€ขโ€ขโ€ข blend everything together until it becomes clumpy & granola-likeโ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ € โ€ขโ€ขโ€ข top with fruit and plant based milk ๐Ÿ™‚ โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ € โ€ข #instafood #foodstagram #faithsfresh

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Food Cravings

Food cravings are psychological. When you know you canโ€™t have something, you will only think about it. When you begin intermittent fasting, youโ€™ll likely constantly think about food during your fasting periods. Instead of listing all the (unhealthy) foods you will eat during your feeding window, try to distract yourself by doing something unrelated to food that makes you feel good.

Headache

If you find yourself suffering from headaches when you start intermittent fasting, make sure youโ€™re drinking enough water and try light stretching to relax your body. Try to control the outside stress factors as stress can cause headaches and your body is already under a lot of it for adjusting to the new feeding schedule.

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I had breakfast after an 18 hour fast. I broke the fast with this vegan anti-inflammatory smoothie packed with vitamins and antioxidants. I love it because it so Easy to make and tastes amazing. All products l used in this smoothie are organic. 2 Oranges and 1 Lemon Juice , 2 large Carrots, 1 Banana, ginger, 2 tbsp Chia seeds, 1 cup Almond Milk, 3 tbsp rolled oats. Blend and serve chilled. โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€” #intermittentfasting16hours #intermittentfastinglifestyle #intermittentfasting18hours #goldensmoothies #turmericsmoothie #turmericbenefits #antiinflammatorydiet #antiinflammatoryfood #plantbasedsmoothies #vegansmoothie #vegangoldensmoothie #lifestylebyemilia #inspotoyourhome #inspohome #inspohomes #inspohomedecor #intermittentfastingworks #scandinavianstyle #scandinavianhome #cosyhomes

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]]> Is Fasting Right For You? https://yourdailysportfix.com/is-fasting-right-for-you/ Mon, 14 Oct 2019 07:24:39 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=6729 Fasting is probably the most popular diet-related trend right now. Itโ€™s praised for many alleged benefits which include weight loss, anti-aging effects, improving mood, etc. But is fasting really a good idea and good for everyone? While many people swear that fasting is the method that helped them achieve many health-related goals, we must ask […]

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]]> Fasting is probably the most popular diet-related trend right now. Itโ€™s praised for many alleged benefits which include weight loss, anti-aging effects, improving mood, etc. But is fasting really a good idea and good for everyone?

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Green goddess grilled cheese ๐Ÿง€ ๐ŸŒฟ ~ green goddess pesto + mozzarella cheese + fresh baby greens + avocado @thedelicious #summervibes ~ For each sandwich: 2 slices bread 2-3 tablespoons Pesto ยฝ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese 2 tablespoons feta cheese, crumbled handful fresh baby spinach ยผ avocado, sliced salt and pepper grapeseed oil, or other neutral oil for cooking butter, if youโ€™re so inclined . Directions For each sandwich: Spread about 1 tablespoon of Pesto onto each slice of bread. On one slice of bread, add ยผ cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese, baby spinach, sliced avocado, crumbled feta cheese, dashes of salt and pepper, the remaining ยผ cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese, then top it with second slice of bread. Press together gently. Heat 1 tablespoon grapeseed oil in a frying pan over medium low heat. If you want to use butter, add it to the oil and let it melt. Add the sandwich to the oil and cook until bread is golden brown, about three minutes. Press down on the sandwich lightly, then flip the sandwich over and cook until second side is golden brown, another three minutes. Remove Grilled Cheese Sandwich to plate, let cool, cut into halves, and serve. Hot sauce and little pickled things like onions, cherry peppers, or other hot peppers alongside the sandwich are great! . . #goodfood #healthyfood #fitfood #dieting #dietfood #healthymeals #healthysnacks #healthyhabits #healthydiet #healthyrecipe #healthybody #healthygirl #healthyish #healthyme #healthybodyhealthymind #avocado #nutritious

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While many people swear that fasting is the method that helped them achieve many health-related goals, we must ask ourselves if this is really a universal approach thatโ€™s good for most people. The short answer is that itโ€™s not. Skipping meals and starving for the most part of the day isnโ€™t something that anyone can or should do. It mostly depends on several factors, such as your current diet, whether you have children, how mentally engaging your job is, how willing your partner is to support you, etc. Going for hours without food can be liberating, but it doesnโ€™t just happen overnight. It requires practice and adaptation to the new lifestyle that not everyone can commit to.ย 

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Fruit Bowl 246 Kcal – Protein: 2,5g, Fat: 1g, Carbs: 45g โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€” Guten Morgen Foodies, Schรคtzt mal in den Kommentaren wie viele Kalorien diese gesamte Bowl mit Obst hat?? Ich lรถse es dann spรคter auf:) Bei mir gibt es dann noch ein wenig Joghurt fรผr die Proteine und schon hat meine eine vitaminreiche Mahlzeit ๐Ÿ‘ โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€” Good Morning Foodies:) How many calories does this bowl have?? I am also adding protein Joghurt at work but thatโ€™s it for my mealprep ๐Ÿ™‚ โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€” Ingredients: 75g Banana 125g Apple 100g Raspberries 100g blueberries โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€” Have a great week Cheers Alex

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There are many groups of people who shouldnโ€™t fast, such as teenagers, the elderly, women who are pregnant or breastfeeding, people with chronic illnesses (unless supervised by a doctor), etc. For the rest, itโ€™s a matter of choosing the most appropriate lifestyle.

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]]> The Most Popular Ways to Do Intermittent Fasting https://yourdailysportfix.com/the-most-popular-ways-to-do-intermittent-fasting/ Wed, 18 Sep 2019 09:27:32 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=6396 Intermittent fasting is a very popular way to eat less and lose weight, but did you know there are several ways in which you can practice it according to your lifestyle and personal preferences? All of the ways mentioned below can be effective, as long as you can stick to the one that works best […]

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]]> Intermittent fasting is a very popular way to eat less and lose weight, but did you know there are several ways in which you can practice it according to your lifestyle and personal preferences?

All of the ways mentioned below can be effective, as long as you can stick to the one that works best for you.

16/8

The 16/8 method means that you eat during the 8-hour window and fast for 16 hours. You can adjust it in the beginning and turn it into 14/10 if thatโ€™s easier for you. You can fit 2 or three meals within your eating window.

5:2

This is the type of fasting where you eat normally for 5 days then fast for 2 days, typically during the weekend but you can choose whichever days work for you. During those two days, you can consume only 500-600 calories.

24-Hour Fast

This method means that you should stop eating for 24 hours once or twice per week. Itโ€™s definitely not for everybody, but it can have great effects.

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]]> Will Skipping Dinner Help You Burn Fat? https://yourdailysportfix.com/will-skipping-dinner-help-you-burn-fat/ Tue, 02 Jul 2019 11:23:40 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=4330 Until recently, skipping meals has been frowned upon by most experts. Today, many argue that intermittent fasting can actually have many health benefits and help you lose weight and stay healthy. According to research conducted at the University of Virginia, youโ€™re likely to get a brain boost and feel more energetic if you practice intermittent […]

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]]> Until recently, skipping meals has been frowned upon by most experts. Today, many argue that intermittent fasting can actually have many health benefits and help you lose weight and stay healthy.

According to research conducted at the University of Virginia, youโ€™re likely to get a brain boost and feel more energetic if you practice intermittent fasting.

Another study examined the effects of intermittent fasting on weight loss and found eating within an 8-hour window and fasting for 16 hours per day helped participants consume 350 fewer calories and lose 3% of body weight over 12 weeks.

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Still, itโ€™s important to monitor your body and respect the signals it sends you. While skipping meals can have great results for some people, itโ€™s not a universal recipe for weight loss and itโ€™s important you find what works for you.

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