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Intermittent fasting benefits - Dr. Axe By Rachael Link, MS, RD
It’s every dieter’s dream: imagine being able to eat whatever you want most days of the week, limiting your intake for one or two days at a time and still losing weight. Believe it or not, intermittent fasting benefits more than just your waistline; it also helps to stabilize blood sugar levels, reduce inflammation and keep your heart healthy.
There are a variety of approaches to intermittent fasting and many studies backing the multitude of benefits to your health.
From fasting for just a few hours each day to skipping meals for two days each week, intermittent fasting can be an easy way to simultaneously improve your health and achieve your weight loss goals.

What Is Intermittent Fasting?

Intermittent fasting, also known as cyclic fasting, has risen in popularity in recent years as more and more research emerges discovering new intermittent fasting benefits.
However, intermittent fasting is hardly a new concept. It’s been used for centuries during times when food was scarce and it even plays a central role in many major religions.

You can lose weight and protect your heart with intermittent fasting.