Wondering about #IntermittentFasting?🤔⏰ This dietary approach *could* make it easier to stick to your macros and lose fat, but it’s NOT for everyone! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 👉Read the full article including various methods, controlled studies, and MY personal experience here (link in bio): https://www.noexcusesnutrition.com/everything-about-intermittent-fasting/ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ✅PROS: 1. Appetite Suppression Intermittent fasting reduces appetite due to the presence of ketones, increased norepinephrine (aka noradrenaline), and bigger, more satisfying meals during the feeding window (typically 8 hours). ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 2. Enhanced Fat Burning Fasting increases fat burning due to decreased insulin (high insulin shuts off fat burning), increased Human Growth Hormone (up to 300% in men, 200% in women), increased norepinephrine (shown to boost BMR up to 14%), and reduced meal frequency which typically results in fewer calories consumed. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 3. Muscle Maintenance Intermittent fasting isn’t “better” for BUILDING muscle, but it may be superior for PRESERVING muscle while dieting, at least when compared to constant calorie restriction. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 👉More benefits including brain function, cellular health, and longevity covered #ontheblog! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ❌CONS: 1. Women May Not Respond As Well Most of the crazy positive results were found in men. Women can present some negative responses, such as impaired blood sugar control, reduced sex hormones, and menstrual abnormalities. I recommend that women limit fasting to 12-16 hours. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 2 May Exacerbate Hormone Imbalance  Intermittent fasting may not be appropriate for those with clinically low testosterone (intermittent fasting has been shown to lower T slightly), type 1 diabetes (could cause severe hypoglycemia), those with adrenal insufficiency, or with thyroid issues like hyperthyroidism or Grave’s disease. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 3. Can Promote Disordered Eating Individuals struggling with eating disorders should avoid intermittent fasting, as it can promote overly restrictive behaviors or binge-eating during the feeding window. 🛑ALWAYS ask yourself, “Is this promoting a healthy, balanced relationship with food?” ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Any other diets I should cover?😁👇