{"id":57695,"date":"2023-12-12T08:00:48","date_gmt":"2023-12-12T08:00:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=57695"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"17-7-intermittent-fasting","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/17-7-intermittent-fasting\/","title":{"rendered":"17\/7 Intermittent Fasting: A Practical Approach to Time-Restricted Eating"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/17-7-intermittent-fasting\/#What_Is_The_Most_Effective_Intermittent_Fasting_Schedule\" >What Is The Most Effective Intermittent Fasting Schedule?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/17-7-intermittent-fasting\/#What_Happens_If_You_Fast_for_17_Hours_Everyday\" >What Happens If You Fast for 17 Hours Everyday?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/17-7-intermittent-fasting\/#1_Your_Body_Enters_Ketosis\" >1. Your Body Enters Ketosis<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/17-7-intermittent-fasting\/#3_Your_Insulin_Sensitivity_May_Increase\" >3. Your Insulin Sensitivity May Increase<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/17-7-intermittent-fasting\/#4_You_Might_Experience_Cellular_Repair\" >4. You Might Experience Cellular Repair<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/17-7-intermittent-fasting\/#5_Your_Inflammation_Levels_May_Decrease\" >5. Your Inflammation Levels May Decrease<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/17-7-intermittent-fasting\/#6_Youll_See_Changes_in_Your_Body_Composition\" >6. You&#8217;ll See Changes in Your Body Composition<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/17-7-intermittent-fasting\/#7_Your_Gut_Health_May_Improve\" >7. Your Gut Health May Improve<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/17-7-intermittent-fasting\/#8_Your_Blood_Pressure_May_Decrease\" >8. Your Blood Pressure May Decrease<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/17-7-intermittent-fasting\/#9_Youll_Experience_Enhanced_Metabolic_Flexibility\" >9. You&#8217;ll Experience Enhanced Metabolic Flexibility<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/17-7-intermittent-fasting\/#How_Long_Does_It_Take_for_177_Intermittent_Fasting_to_Work\" >How Long Does It Take for 17\/7 Intermittent Fasting to Work?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/17-7-intermittent-fasting\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/17-7-intermittent-fasting\/#Will_17_Calories_Break_a_Fast\" >Will 17 Calories Break a Fast?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/17-7-intermittent-fasting\/#What_Is_the_Best_Intermittent_Fasting_Window_to_Lose_Belly_Fat\" >What Is the Best Intermittent Fasting Window to Lose Belly Fat?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/17-7-intermittent-fasting\/#Can_I_Lose_20_Pounds_in_2_Months_with_Intermittent_Fasting\" >Can I Lose 20 Pounds in 2 Months with Intermittent Fasting?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/17-7-intermittent-fasting\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Time-restricted eating is a form of <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-intermittent-fasting-for-women-with-expert-tips-to-reap-them-without-setbacks\/\">intermittent fasting<\/a> that focuses not on what you eat, but when you eat.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&lt;a href=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1443&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=17\/7_intermittent_fasting&quot;&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;video autoplay=&quot;autoplay&quot; loop=&quot;loop&quot; muted=&quot;muted&quot; playsinline=&quot;playsinline&quot; width=&quot;777&quot;&gt;&lt;source src=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4.mp4&quot;&quot; type=&quot;video\/mp4&quot; \/&gt;&lt;\/video&gt;&lt;\/a&gt;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:256,&quot;11&quot;:3}\" data-sheets-formula=\"=replace(R[-12]C[0],SEARCH(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;,R[-12]C[0]),LEN(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;),R8C[0])\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1443&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=17\/7_intermittent_fasting\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By limiting your eating to a specific window of time each day, you allow your body to enter a fasted state, where it burns fat for energy. And unlike other diets, it&#8217;s not about cutting out certain foods or counting calories, it&#8217;s about timing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How long you restrict your eating can vary, but obviously, longer fasting periods may produce more pronounced benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A good starting point for many is the 16\/8 method, but if you&#8217;re ready to take it up a notch, consider the 17\/7 intermittent <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/fasting-schedule\/\">fasting schedule<\/a>. This approach extends the fast by an hour, potentially amplifying the health benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here&#8217;s what you need to know about the 17\/7 approach to time-restricted eating.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_The_Most_Effective_Intermittent_Fasting_Schedule\"><\/span><b>What Is The Most Effective Intermittent Fasting Schedule?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is thought that you need to fast for at least 12 hours to reap the benefits of <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-how-it-affects-your-body-and-health\/\">intermittent fasting<\/a>, but going beyond that may bring greater health rewards.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to recent studies, longer daily fasts (up to 20 hours) might offer more significant weight loss and metabolic adaptations than shorter ones. The most effective way of doing this is by using a time-restricted eating schedule such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16\/8: fasting for 16 hours, eating within an 8-hour window<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">17\/7: fasting for 17 hours, eating within a 7-hour window.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18\/6: fasting for 18 hours, eating within a 6-hour window<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20\/4: fasting for 20 hours, eating within a 4-hour window.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One Meal a Day (OMAD): fasting for 23 hours, eating within a 1-hour window.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Numbers aside, consistency is a huge factor in the effectiveness of intermittent fasting.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sure, you can fast for 20 hours one day and then return to your normal eating habits the next, but that might not bring about lasting results.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To see real benefits from intermittent fasting, you need to make it a regular part of your routine.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With that in mind, the best intermittent fasting schedule is the one that works for you and your lifestyle.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may find that a 17\/7 approach fits better with your daily schedule than a 16\/8 or 18\/6, or perhaps you would prefer to do One Meal a Day (OMAD) on certain days while doing a shorter fast on others.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>BetterMe is your fast-track ticket to a long-lasting weight loss! <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1443&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=17\/7_intermittent_fasting\">Tailor your fitness journey and maximize your results <\/a> with just a couple of swipes!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Happens_If_You_Fast_for_17_Hours_Everyday\"><\/span><b>What Happens If You Fast for 17 Hours Everyday?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fasting for 17 hours each day might have numerous health benefits, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Your_Body_Enters_Ketosis\"><\/span><b>1. Your Body Enters Ketosis<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you fast for 17 hours daily, your body enters a metabolic state known as ketosis. During this stage, your body runs out of its preferred energy source, glucose, and begins to burn stored fat for energy (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7533860\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This happens as a result of your glycogen reserves being depleted during the fasting window. The process of burning stored fat can contribute to weight loss, which is why the <\/span><b>17\/7 intermittent fasting weight loss<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> method is popular among beginners and experienced fasters alike.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1443&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=17\/7_intermittent_fasting\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/5_1.png\" alt=\"17\/7 intermittent fasting\" \/>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Your_Insulin_Sensitivity_May_Increase\"><\/span><b>3. Your Insulin Sensitivity May Increase<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the potential benefits of <\/span><b>17\/7 intermittent fasting for beginners<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is an improvement in insulin sensitivity. When you fast, your insulin levels drop (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7958211\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This encourages your body to become more efficient at utilizing glucose in your bloodstream. Over time, this can contribute to a lower risk of insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes, as well as the potential for improved weight management.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_You_Might_Experience_Cellular_Repair\"><\/span><b>4. You Might Experience Cellular Repair<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During a <\/span><b>17-hour fast every day<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> your cells may enter a state of increased autophagy. Autophagy is a process wherein your cells clean out damaged components, aiding in cellular repair and renewal. This process is theorized to potentially lower your risk of several diseases, including cancer, and it may even promote longevity (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6257056\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><strong>Read more: <\/strong><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-long-does-it-take-for-intermittent-fasting-to-work\/\/\"><i>How Long Does It Take for Intermittent Fasting To Work?<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Your_Inflammation_Levels_May_Decrease\"><\/span><b>5. Your Inflammation Levels May Decrease<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inflammation in the body can be the root cause of many diseases. <\/span><b>17\/7<a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-for-women-over-60\/\"> intermittent fasting for women<\/a><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and men alike is thought to decrease levels of inflammation (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/articles\/10.3389\/fnut.2023.1146924\/full#:~:text=all%204%20Articles-,Effect%20of%20intermittent%20fasting%20on%20circulating%20inflammatory%20markers%20in,A%20review%20of%20human%20trials&amp;text=Obesity%20is%20associated%20with%20low,shown%20to%20reduce%20systemic%20inflammation.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Fasting may trigger the release of anti-inflammatory compounds in the body, which might theoretically lead to long-term health benefits like a decrease in the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease and arthritis.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Youll_See_Changes_in_Your_Body_Composition\"><\/span><b>6. You&#8217;ll See Changes in Your Body Composition<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you adopt the <\/span><b>17-hour <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/2-day-fast-weight-loss\/\">fast weight loss<\/a><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> approach, not only will you potentially lose weight, but the composition of your body can change as well. Fasting may promote the loss of <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/6-body-fat\/\">body fat<\/a> while preserving muscle mass. This is a significant win for your body composition, as it can improve your overall physique and provide long-term health benefits, like a lower risk of obesity-related diseases (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/26374764\/#:~:text=Intermittent%20fasting%20is%20a%20broad,body%20composition%20and%20overall%20health.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Your_Gut_Health_May_Improve\"><\/span><b>7. Your Gut Health May Improve<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research shows that fasting may have positive effects on gut health. Short-term diet changes and fasting may affect the composition of bacteria in the gut\u00a0 (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.news-medical.net\/health\/The-Effect-of-Intermittent-Fasting-on-the-Gut-Microbiome.aspx#:~:text=Intermittent%20fasting%20benefits%20gut%20bacteria,gut-healthy%20diet%20and%20lifestyle.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). This balance is essential for overall digestive health and may even have an impact on your mood and immune system.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Your_Blood_Pressure_May_Decrease\"><\/span><b>8. Your Blood Pressure May Decrease<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fasting for 17 hours each day could have a beneficial impact on your blood pressure. Losing weight as a result of intermittent fasting can lead to a decrease in blood pressure. Over time, maintaining a lower blood pressure can significantly reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke, two of the leading causes of death worldwide (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/29275920\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Youll_Experience_Enhanced_Metabolic_Flexibility\"><\/span><b>9. You&#8217;ll Experience Enhanced Metabolic Flexibility<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With 17\/7 intermittent fasting, you&#8217;ll find that your body becomes metabolically more flexible. Metabolic flexibility is the ability of your body to switch between carbohydrates and fats as its primary source of energy, depending on availability. When you fast for extended periods, your body is thought to become more efficient at tapping into fat stores for energy, a process known as lipolysis (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK560564\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This increased metabolic flexibility might lead to improved energy levels throughout the day, more efficient fat loss, and potentially even improved athletic performance. Over time, metabolic flexibility may also contribute to a reduced risk of metabolic syndrome, a cluster of conditions that increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8839325\/#:~:text=Metabolic%20switching%20through%20intermittent%20fasting,processes%20%5B16%2C30%5D.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1443&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=17\/7_intermittent_fasting\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/2.png\" alt=\"17\/7 intermittent fasting\" \/>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Long_Does_It_Take_for_177_Intermittent_Fasting_to_Work\"><\/span><b>How Long Does It Take for 17\/7 Intermittent Fasting to Work?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may start feeling the benefits of 17\/7 intermittent fasting within a few weeks, usually 3-4 weeks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At first you&#8217;ll likely feel hungry, tired, and irritable during your fasting window, but these side effects usually subside after a week or two as your body adjusts to the new eating pattern. You may start noticing changes in your body composition, energy levels, mood, and overall health after a month of consistent practice.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you\u2019ve mustered up the courage to crush your weight loss goal, let Betterme take the sting out of this demanding process. <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1443&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=17\/7_intermittent_fasting\">Our app will help you restructure your habits<\/a>, remold your life and crank up your fitness results!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><b>FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_17_Calories_Break_a_Fast\"><\/span><strong>Will 17 Calories Break a Fast?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The science on how many calories break a fast isn&#8217;t definitive, but most experts agree that consuming less than 50 calories won&#8217;t interrupt your fast significantly. Therefore, consuming 17 calories is unlikely to break your fast in a meaningful way.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bear in mind that the goal of fasting is to consume zero calories, so it&#8217;s best to stick to non-caloric beverages like water, black coffee, or plain tea during your fasting hours.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_the_Best_Intermittent_Fasting_Window_to_Lose_Belly_Fat\"><\/span><strong>What Is the Best Intermittent Fasting Window to Lose Belly Fat?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research indicates that time-restricted feeding, a form of intermittent fasting where you eat all your meals within a specific window of time, can be effective at reducing belly fat. A popular method is the 16\/8 method where you fast for 16 hours and eat during an 8-hour window.Our <\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fasting windows blog has more on how to use your fasting and eating windows effectively.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This method is backed by a 2016 study in the Journal of Translational Medicine, which found that people who followed this pattern had significant decreases in fat mass while maintaining muscle mass (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/translational-medicine.biomedcentral.com\/articles\/10.1186\/s12967-016-1044-0#:~:text=Our%20results%20suggest%20that%20an,mass%20in%20resistance-trained%20males.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, remember that the quality and quantity of foods you consume during your eating window also play a crucial role in belly fat loss. You\u2019ll still need to create an overall calorie deficit to lose body fat with intermittent fasting. Our 16\/8 intermittent fasting for seniors blog shows how seniors can also benefit from the method.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_Lose_20_Pounds_in_2_Months_with_Intermittent_Fasting\"><\/span><strong>Can I Lose 20 Pounds in 2 Months with Intermittent Fasting?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It might be possible to lose approximately 20 pounds in 2 months with intermittent fasting, but it largely depends on factors like your current weight, diet, and activity level.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A study published in 2016 in the Journal of Translational Medicine found that intermittent fasting can help reduce body weight and body fat (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/translational-medicine.biomedcentral.com\/articles\/10.1186\/s12967-016-1044-0#:~:text=Our%20results%20suggest%20that%20an,mass%20in%20resistance-trained%20males.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That said, we encourage you to approach weight loss in a healthy and sustainable way. 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