Alternate Day Fasting (ADF) Guide
Alternate Day Fasting, also known as ADF, is a popular fasting schedule. And
for good reason! It works, and it works well. Let’s look at ADF’s, the
benefits, and how to do them. ADF - First things first For those who are new
to fasting, or may...
Fasting During Holiday Season
It’s that time of the year again. The holidays are right around the corner!
These special days are such a wonderful time of family, love, and celebration.
But not so great for your fasting and weight loss goals. We tend to go off
plan around th...
Protein Sparing Modified Fast
You’ve heard of Keto and Carnivore, and you’ve heard of Fasting, but what in
the world is a Protein Sparing Modified Fast, or PSMF? Let’s take a look at
what it is, how it’s different from a true fast, and who might benefit from
it. What is PSMF...
MYTH: Fasting Will Ruin My Metabolism
Let’s take a look at another one of the myths that surround fasting. You can
find some of our previous myth debunking articles here, if you missed it. The
idea that fasting will somehow mess up your metabolism is probably one of the
most wide-...
How to Prepare for an Extended Fast
Thinking of doing an Extended Fast? That’s great! But let’s talk about how to
get you prepared for the fast. Why bother preparing? Can’t I just jump in and
go for it? You absolutely can jump right in. I’ve had many clients who did
that and co...
Fasting As a Religious Tradition
Fasting is an amazing tool for health and weight loss. But did you know that
fasting is also part of many religious traditions? Deliberate abstinence from
food and drink as a spiritual practice is very common. It’s practiced in many
diverse cu...
Is Fasting Good for Women?
Does fasting work as well for women as it does for men? Yes and no. Fasting is
good for everyone! But there are some subtle differences to be aware of. Why
does it matter? Being aware of biological realities will help you find what
works bes...
Why the Scale is Not Your Friend
So you’re fasting and losing weight! Everyday you get on the scale and you’ve
lost a little more. You’re so excited! It’s working! Then you hop on the scale
one morning, and what? The number is the same? Or worse, it’s gone up? How can
that be?...
Bone Broth 101
Bone broth is a nutrient-rich and yummy option, whether you’re fasting or
doing a Keto/Low Carb lifestyle. Let’s take a look! What exactly is bone
broth? Bone broth is pretty much what it sounds like, a broth made from
boiling animal bones and...
Three Keys to a Successful Fast
There are many tips and tricks that will help you get through your fast (check out some of our previous articles on fasting).
Electrolytes: Back to the Basics
Fasting electrolytes - let’s get back to basics! Why you need them, how much to take and when.
Knowing Your Why
Do you know why you want to fast? Dig deep to find out the real reason why you want to lose weight or improve your health. Your why will keep you going when