Intermittent Fasting: Benefits and Risks
- Marcelo Serafim
- Nov 1, 2024
- 4 min read
Intermittent fasting (IF) has gained popularity as a dietary approach that cycles between periods of eating and fasting. Unlike traditional diets that focus on what to eat, IF focuses on when to eat. There are several methods, including the 16:8 method (fasting for 16 hours and eating within an 8-hour window) and the 5:2 method (eating normally for five days and restricting calories for two non-consecutive days). This approach aligns with natural eating rhythms and appeals to those seeking flexibility in their dietary choices.
