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IF Methods April 12, 2026

Alternate-Day Fasting: A Complete Evidence-Based Method Guide

A practical, evidence-based guide to alternate-day fasting, including what studies show about fat loss, metabolic outcomes, and long-term adherence.

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Fasting Lifestyle April 11, 2026

Working Out While Fasting: A Practical Guide to Training, Hydration, and Recovery

A practical, evidence-based approach to exercise timing, hydration, and recovery while intermittent fasting, including when to scale back for safety.

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Science & Research April 9, 2026

Intermittent Fasting and Brain Health: What the Research Says

New clinical evidence links intermittent fasting to improvements in memory and executive function, but most brain-health claims still need larger long-term human trials.

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Fasting Protocols March 29, 2026

The OMAD Diet: A Complete Guide to One Meal a Day Fasting

A 2007 RCT found OMAD reduced fat mass without cutting calories — but also raised LDL and blood pressure. Here's what the evidence shows and how to do it safely.

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Health Benefits March 28, 2026

How Intermittent Fasting Improves Insulin Resistance: What the Research Shows

A 2022 meta-analysis found IF reduced fasting insulin by 13.25 µIU/mL and HOMA-IR by 0.31 units. Here's what the clinical evidence says — and who should be cautious.

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IF Methods March 22, 2026

The 5:2 Diet: A Complete Guide to Two-Day Intermittent Fasting

Eat normally five days a week, restrict to 500–600 calories two days. Here's what the clinical research actually shows about weight loss and metabolic health.

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