Fasting After 70 - How Can It Be Done Safely
We love Fasting. Not only does it work for weight loss and improving metabolic health, but it can also support healthy aging and longevity. However, fasting after age 70ish deserves...
Fasting and Hair Loss - Why Does it Sometimes Happen?
One of the most upsetting and unintended effects during fasting is hair loss. It can show up suddenly as extra strands in the shower drain, hair all over the brush,...
Anxiety During a Fast? Why It Can Happen and What Can Help
Fasting has a reputation for making people feel energised, focused, and mentally clear. And for many people, that’s exactly what happens. But there’s another potential side to fasting that doesn’t...
How to Fast Without Losing Weight (But Still Get the Benefits of Fasting)
We all know that fasting is effective for weight loss, but that’s not the only reason to include fasting in your lifestyle. The problem is, many people avoid fasting altogether...
Hidden Junk in “Low Carb” Foods (What to Watch for on Keto)
Keto sounds simple. Cut carbs. Let your body burn fat. But somewhere along the way, things got complicated. Now we have “keto bars,”low-carb snacks,” and “sugar-free treats” filling the shelves....
Blood Pressure Changes During Fasting: Why Electrolytes Matter
One of the more common things people notice when they start fasting is dizziness. They stand up and the room spins for a second. They might feel lightheaded during a...
Fasting and Strength Training for Men: Can You Do Both?
A lot of men who lift weights are curious about fasting. But they’re also nervous about it asking themselves the question, can they do Fasting and Strength Training at the...
Refeeding Syndrome: What It Is (And Why Most Fasters Don’t Need to Panic)
Word is getting out (finally!) about the therapeutic benefits of fasting, and more and more people are experimenting with periods without food. Along with that interest comes a scary term...
Fasting for Lent: A Spiritual Practice with Physical Benefits
We live in a world of constant food noise. There are snacks in the car, treats at work, and social events centred around eating. Most people rarely experience true hunger...
Fasting 101: A Quick Guide to Getting Started
If you’re curious about fasting, but overwhelmed by the so-called “rules,” or maybe you’ve heard scary myths about it, you’re not alone. Fasting is often misunderstood and overcomplicated, even though...
Feel Good Hormones and Your Diet
Hormones play such a crucial role in our health and wellbeing. That includes mental and emotional wellbeing. There are some hormones that are referred to as “feel good hormones.” And...