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What Is Intermittent Fasting and Is It Right for You?

Fasting has been around for ages now in various cultures; however, the importance of fasting has only recently gained momentum. It is a practice that encourages individuals not to eat for 16 hours (including time spent sleeping) or fasting for an entire 24-hour period only two times a week. This includes any liquids, excluding water,… Read More: What Is Intermittent Fasting and Is It Right for You? »

Here’s the skinny on fasting for weight loss – the 5:2 diet – Inverse

The “new” weight-loss strategy known as the 5:2 diet has been receiving much attention in the media since the book The Fast Diet: The Secret of Intermittent Fasting – Lose Weight, Stay Healthy, Live Longer was launched late last year. The 5:2 diet allows you to eat as usual for five days and to fast… Read More: Here’s the skinny on fasting for weight loss – the… »