Daily calorie restrictions are a Go-Two method for long weight loss, in which sometimes cheating food is thrown for rest. But we should be honest – every single day is tired of sticking it, and most people leave the midway. So, what if being inconsistent really helps? A new study by the University of Colorado School of Medicine states that only three non -time in a week -after fasting after fasting -without fasting for two consecutive days -can result in better weight loss than cutting calories every day. And this is not all – this pattern can also lead to better overall health.
Even better, this style of food is very easy to follow over time, which makes it a smart pick for anyone tired of strict diet routine.
What did the study reveal?
Researchers worked with 165 overweight or obese adults, randomly assigned 4:3 Rocated fasting plans (cutting calories three days a week) or a daily calorie ban routine for an entire year.
Here he got 12 months later:
- In 4: 3 Fasting Group, people dropped an average of 7.6% of their body weight, while in the calorie-coting group they lost about 5%.
- 58% of people on fasting plan lost at least 5% of their body weight, while compared to 47% on the daily restriction scheme.
- The dropout rates between the fasting group (19%) were less than the calorie ban group (30%), showing that people found it easier to live together.
A more flexible approach to weight loss
Fasting three nonconcent days a week allows people to fit their lifestyle without much stress. Such flexibility makes intermittent fasting longer and takes pressure to count calories every day.
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Things to consider before trying intermittent fasting
Even if it looks promising, there are some things to keep in mind before starting intermittent fasting. According to Harvard Health Experts:
- First talk to your doctor, especially if you have diabetes, you are on a blood pressure medicine, or feel dizzy when standing.
- Start slow. Try a 12/12 pattern (eating 12 hours, fasting 12 hours) and slowly go to 14/10 or 16/8 if you feel fine.
- This is not a shortcut. Weight loss still takes time, and it only works when you eat healthy food even during non-fasting days.
- Fasting alone will not move. You still need to eat balanced diet, keep your share in the check, and cut back on processed food for long -term results.
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Experts say that 4: 3 internal fasting routines look good for now, but more research is required to see if it is safe and works for everyone – especially people with old adults or health concerns.
