How do you deal with hunger while intermittent fasting?

The best way to deal with hunger while you’re intermittent fasting is to prevent it. If you eat beneficial foods and drink plenty of water, you’ll feel less hungry while you fast.

Can you drink coffee while intermittent fasting?

If you’re really struggling with hunger and intermittent fasting, consider drinking bulletproof coffee — coffee with added fats like butter, coconut oil, MCT oil and ghee. The fat will keep you full, whilst maintaining ketosis and autophagy — two key processes that underpin fasting and its benefits.

What is intermittent fasting and how does it work?

Intermittent fasting is when you abstain from food for a designated period, and then have eating windows where you’ll eat the healthy meals you’re used to. Anytime you depart from your regular eating schedule, you’ll have to deal with bouts of hunger.

How can I reduce the stress of fasting?

For an extra bit of calm and serotonin (happy hormone), you can also practice stress reducing techniques like yoga, meditation, exercise, journalling and counselling. Try to limit alcohol consumption as much as possible, but particularly the day before a fast, to prevent erratic hormones and blood sugars.

How to manage 24-hour fasting?

How to manage 24-hour fasting? To start, drink 2-3 cups of water or 1-2 cups of green tea throughout the day, and at least every few hours. You should find things to do to distract from thinking about food, such as taking a drive. At the end of the day, eat a small, well-balanced, and nutrient-dense meal to break your fast.

How has intermittent fasting changed your life?

Intermittent fasting has completely changed the way I experience hunger: Wake up, no hunger. Grab a zero calorie drink: Lifewater, Stevia-sweetened coffee, sometimes diet pop or plain water, drink it on the way to work.