Explore deeper fasting strategies like alternate-day fasting, hormone support, gut health, and troubleshooting common challenges as you build on your foundation.
How to Mentally and Physically Prepare for a 72-Hour Fast (And Go Beyond 36 Hours) You’ve mastered intermittent fasting, maybe even pushed to 24 or 36 hours—but every time you try to go further, something holds you back. Hunger kicks in, motivation drops, or the psychological weight of “not eating” becomes overwhelming—especially when you’re … Read more
Your First 3-Day Fast: Can You Take Supplements and Drink Coffee While Fasting? Getting ready for your first 3-day fast? You’re not alone in asking key questions like: Can I drink black coffee? Should I keep taking supplements? What happens if I feel dizzy or tired? In this guide, we’ll walk you through exactly … Read more
Fasting in Perimenopause: What Women Over 40 Should Know for Safer Results Fasting has become a popular wellness tool for weight loss, gut healing, mental clarity, and even longevity. But if you’re a woman over 40 and feeling like fasting is harder than it used to be—or that it’s backfiring—you’re not imagining it. As … Read more
Fasting During Your Menstrual Cycle: What Every Woman Needs to Know Intermittent fasting has powerful benefits for energy, weight loss, and mental clarity—but women need to approach it differently than men. Why? Because a woman’s hormonal environment changes weekly. Syncing your fasting routine with your menstrual cycle can help you avoid burnout, hormone crashes, and … Read more
Autophagy 101: How Long You Need to Fast to Trigger Deep Cellular Cleansing Intermittent fasting isn’t just about weight loss—it can also trigger one of your body’s most powerful detox systems: autophagy. This natural process allows your cells to clean out waste, repair themselves, and potentially extend lifespan. But how long do you need to … Read more
Best Foods to Eat After a Long Fast: Refeeding Safely Breaking a long fast isn’t just about eating — it’s about refueling your body wisely to maximize the benefits of your fasting journey. Whether you completed a 24-hour, 48-hour, or even longer fast, strategic refeeding is essential for gut health, metabolism, and recovery. Why Refeeding … Read more
Insulin resistance is one of the biggest hidden roadblocks to weight loss, energy, and overall health. But did you know that intermittent fasting is one of the most effective, natural ways to reverse insulin resistance and balance blood sugar? In this post, we’ll explore how fasting supports metabolic health — especially for people dealing with … Read more
Which Fasting Schedule Is Best for Weight Loss? 12:12, 14:10, 16:8, 20:4 or OMAD? When it comes to intermittent fasting, one size does not fit all. Choosing the right fasting schedule depends on your lifestyle, metabolism, experience level, and goals — especially if your main goal is weight loss. In this post, we’ll break … Read more
Why Fasting Causes Diarrhea for Some People (and How to Fix It) Many people try water or extended fasting and are surprised to find themselves running to the bathroom — not because of hunger, but due to unexpected loose stools or full-blown diarrhea. It’s a frustrating (and sometimes alarming) experience, but not uncommon. This … Read more
Troubleshooting Your Extended Fast: Real Fixes for Sleep, Digestion & Energy Crashes Extended fasting—typically defined as going without food for 48 hours or more—can be a powerful reset for your body. Many people turn to 3- or 5-day fasts to promote autophagy, improve metabolic health, or break through weight loss plateaus. But while the … Read more