Fasting Chronicles: Journey to Wellness

  Dear Fasting Guru, I know there are actual schedules like 16:8 etc., but would it still be considered intermittent fasting if you just went as long as you could in the day without eating? Or does it only work if you put your body on a "schedule"? Sorry if this is a dumb question. I'm a first-time mom to a 7-month-old and barely remember to eat until my partner gets home, let alone eat at the same time every day. Dear Overwhelmed First-Time Mom, First, let me assure you that there are no dumb questions, especially when it comes to navigating the challenging waters of motherhood and self-care. Congratulations on your bundle of joy! It sounds like you have your hands full, and it's entirely understandable to find it difficult to maintain a strict eating schedule. Intermittent fasting is indeed flexible. While many people follow structured schedules like 16:8 (16 hours fasting, 8 hours eating), it isn't the only way to reap the benefits. The essence of intermittent ...