Now I know what you’re probably think, “fasting is a great way to lose body fat, of course it’s not a bad idea.”⠀
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And yes while science does support that fasting does help mobilize more body fat during that fasting period there is a more deeper reason why it probably isn’t the best idea.⠀
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80% of people that are wanting to try fasting or more specifically Intermittent Fasting are wanting to do it because they heard from somewhere that it’s great for fat loss.⠀
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These same individuals have never dieted before. They have never tracked food before. And they have zero understanding of what a proper intake of food looks like.⠀
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When these people decide to start a fasting protocol in hopes to loss weight they are basically setting them selves up for a horrible relationship with food and a possible eating disorder.⠀
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Real quick fasting can go from, “fast & feast” to “starve & binge”.⠀
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And mentally this are two TOTALLY DIFFERENT approaches to food.⠀
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“Fast & Feast” is controlled restriction with controlled feeding.⠀
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“Starve & Binge” is forced restriction with uncontrolled eating.⠀
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So if you’re starting your fat loss journey focus more quality food intake, improve macronutrient ratios, eat more micronutrients (veggies), drink more water, & exercise regularly. ⠀
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All these things are gonna benefit you way more in the long run then trying to force yourself into restricting all food for 16+ hours. ⠀
Fixyfit 