The Ultimate Guide to Intermittent Fasting: Benefits, Methods & Myths

Intermittent fasting (IF) has gained immense popularity as a lifestyle choice, not just a diet. It's an eating pattern that cycles between periods of fasting and eating. But is it truly effective?

? What is Intermittent Fasting?

It’s not about what you eat, but when. Common methods include:

16/8 method (fast 16 hours, eat in 8-hour window)

5:2 diet (eat normally 5 days, reduce calories to 500–600 on 2 non-consecutive days)

24-hour fast once or twice a week

? Health Benefits

Weight loss and fat burning

Improved insulin sensitivity

Reduced inflammation

Cellular repair and longevity

? Common Myths

You’ll lose muscle — False

It slows metabolism — Wrong

It’s starvation — Not at all