Although fasting has been practiced for centuries (often for religious or medical reasons), this practice has gained new popularity in recent years among health circles for its health and weight loss benefits.
However, a recent study claiming that fasting may actually harm cardiovascular health flies in the face of previous research, and has been gaining media attention.
Keep in mind that this was a limited study, and few long-term studies have actually been done on the subject of fasting. However, there are some caveats to keep in mind when deciding whether or not fasting is right for you.
For one thing, as is the case with most medical topics and studies, little attention is paid to the differences between men and women. Contrary to popular belief, women cannot follow the same health and fitness protocols as men and expect to see the same results.
Unlike men, women in their reproductive years have specific hormonal considerations, and their rise and fall throughout the month impact everything from energy to focus, mood, metabolism, and the ability to adapt to good-for-you stressors like exercise or fasting.
This interesting podcast episode addresses the benefits of fasting, but also dives deeper into how women, in particular, can develop fasting routines that align with their hormonal needs. Check it out below!
However, a recent study claiming that fasting may actually harm cardiovascular health flies in the face of previous research, and has been gaining media attention.
Keep in mind that this was a limited study, and few long-term studies have actually been done on the subject of fasting. However, there are some caveats to keep in mind when deciding whether or not fasting is right for you.
For one thing, as is the case with most medical topics and studies, little attention is paid to the differences between men and women. Contrary to popular belief, women cannot follow the same health and fitness protocols as men and expect to see the same results.
Unlike men, women in their reproductive years have specific hormonal considerations, and their rise and fall throughout the month impact everything from energy to focus, mood, metabolism, and the ability to adapt to good-for-you stressors like exercise or fasting.
This interesting podcast episode addresses the benefits of fasting, but also dives deeper into how women, in particular, can develop fasting routines that align with their hormonal needs. Check it out below!
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