Because of the negative effects, intermittent fasting is not recommended for pregnant women and nursing mothers, children and adolescents under the age of 18, those at risk of hypoglycemia, diabetes, or people with certain chronic diseases. If you have side effects like headaches, nausea, or other symptoms after practicing intermittent fasting, you should consult a doctor. There are several methods that can be used by those who want to start intermittent fasting, including:

1. The 5:2 Diet

This method is used twice a week and involves eating only one portion of food (about 500-600 calories). To keep calories low when fasting, it is highly recommended to eat foods high in fiber and protein. On the other five days of week, you are free to eat normally. If you choose to eat normally every day of the week except Sunday and Monday, for example. read more

Intermittent fasting is an eating plan that involves restricting calorie intake or not eating either for a set period of time on a regular schedule. Intermittent fasting focuses on when you eat and when you don’t eat, instead of what foods you should eat less or more of. Intermittent fasting is practiced in a similar way as Ramadan fasting, which involves fasting for approximately 12 hours. Intermittent fasting gives an advantage, including increasing the immune system, lowering cholesterol, reducing risk factors for cardiovascular disease and lowering blood pressure.  read more