Intermittent fasting is a way of eating that designates a period for eating and fasting. It has become the trendiest way of losing weight nowadays. IF has been effective for people who don’t have time to devote to meal planning and follow a restricted diet. There is even intermittent fasting for women over 50 proving that IF is the go-to weightloss for everyone regardless of age.
Always keep in mind that intermittent fasting may have different effects on different people. Consult your doctor if you feel unusual symptoms such as anxiety, headaches, and nausea. The following are the potential benefits of intermittent fasting:
Promotes Weight Loss
Many people try intermittent fasting to lose weight and belly fat. In general, fasting will make you eat fewer meals in the day hence you will end up taking fewer calories. Intermittent works by enhancing hormone function to facilitate weight loss. The metabolic rate is increased by 3.6-14%, which helps you burn more calories.
The insulin levels are also lowered and increased amounts of norepinephrine increase the breakdown of body fat and facilitate its use for energy. According to a scientific review, intermittent fasting can cause weight loss of 3-8% over 3-24 weeks.
Reduces High Blood Pressure
The link between IF and low blood pressure has been shown in both animal and human studies. In a study, it was found that there was decreased systolic blood pressure among 23 participants.
The research however showed that the blood pressure benefits only lasted while intermittent fasting …