Intermittent Fasting Diet Guide and Cookbook: A Complete Guide to Fasting Strategies with 50+ Satisfying Recipes and 4 Flexible Meal Plans: 16:8, OMAD, 5:2, Alternate-day, and More

DO LESS. BENEFIT MORE. Better health and weight loss are yours through intermittent fasting. You already fast every night when you're sleeping. Why not try extending that fast by a few hours? It's a simple strategy, and it's effective. Some might even call it enjoyable as pounds slip away, sleep improves, and brain fog lifts--and all you've done is skip breakfast! You don't need to obsess over calorie tracking or endure constant hunger to lose weight--fasting is a more effective and more sustainable diet, and it won't leave you feeling hungry. By shortening the window of time during which you eat food, for example only eating two meals per day within an 8-hour time period, you are well on your way to a more healthy, adaptable body. Intermittent fasting aids weight loss, and is a key therapeutic tool for a variety of hormone- and health-related concerns. Decrease insulin resistance, reduce inflammation, improve cardiovascular health, protect the brain from disease, and more. Dr. Becky Gillaspy is your fasting coach. With thorough up-to-date research, accessible language, plenty of anecdotal evidence, and action-ready plans, Intermittent Fasting Diet Guide and Cookbook offers everything you need to unlock the door to better health. • Discover the fasting strategies available to you, and learn how to select the best one to meet your goals. Choose from 12:12, 16:8, 20:4, OMAD, alternate-day fasting, and the 5:2 diet. • Learn about the best foods to eat for weight loss (don't worry, you'll get plenty of calories, and you won't be hungry), and decide whether a lower-carb or ketogenic diet is right for you. • Select a meal plan that's done all the hard work of fine-tuning your macronutrient intake. Choose from one of four plans: low-carb, keto, dairy-free, and vegetarian. • Enjoy phenomenal recipes that are high in flavor, nutrient-dense, and oh-so-satisfying. With over 50 recipes to choose from and a variety of flavors, vegetables, and proteins, there are dishes to satisfy anyone. Do less and benefit more with the all-encompassing Intermittent Fasting Diet Guide, and start your journey to a happy and healthier lifestyle. Introducing the Intermittent Fasting Diet Guide brought to you by Dr. Becky Gillaspy, who assures that ​​intermittent fasting is the solution to dropping pounds and boosting your overall health, and it won't leave you feeling hungry!Heard of the phrase, but don't know where to start? Don't worry, we've got you covered!Intermittent fasting works by restricting the window of time in which you eat food, for example only eating two meals per day within an 8-hour time period. It is a key therapeutic tool for a variety of hormone- and health-related concerns, and in turns aids weight loss. So what are you waiting for? Dive straight in to discover: - The fasting strategies available to you and learn how to select the best one to suit your individual needs and goals- Learn about the best foods to eat for weight loss and decide which diet is best for you- Select a meal plan that's already fine-tuned your suggested macronutrient intake- Enjoy over 50 delicious recipes that are rich in flavor and high in nutrients. This wonderful wellness book is accessible, easy-to-read, and is structured into two parts. Part 1 will help to uncover the science of fasting and identify your goals by selecting one of various fasting programs. Choose from several eating patterns: the 16/8 method; the Warrior Diet; the 5:2 diet; intuitive fasting and alternate-day fasts. Learn the answers to any burning questions you may have, such as ‘Can I drink water and coffee while fasting?'and ‘Is it okay to exercise while intermittent fasting?'In Part 2, discover a plethora of meal plans and low-carb recipes that will aid your fasting diet. Meal plans are developed so that food leaves you satisfied for hours or even days. With lower carb, higher fat, and moderate protein, recipes offer you the key nutrition you need to make your fasts productive and sustainable.Dr. Becky Gillaspy is your fasting coach and will be with you every step of the way! With thorough up-to-date research and action-ready plans, you will be well on your way to achieving a more healthy, adaptable body with this easy-to-navigate nutrition book. "You already fast every night when you're sleeping. Why not try extending that fast by a few hours? It's a simple strategy, and it's effective. Some might even call it enjoyable as pounds slip away, sleep improves, and brain fog lifts--and all you've done is skip breakfast! You don't need to obsess over calorie tracking or endure constant hunger to lose weight--fasting is a more effective and more sustainable diet, and it won't leave you feeling hungry. By shortening the window of time during which you eat food, for example only eating two meals per day within an 8-hour time period, you are well on your way to a more healthy, adaptable body. Intermittent fasting aids weight loss, and is a key therapeutic tool for a variety of hormone- and health-related concerns. Decrease insulin resistance, reduce inflammation, improve cardiovascular health, protect the brain from disease, and more. Dr. Becky Gillaspy is your fasting coach. With thorough up-to-date research, accessible language, plenty of anecdotal evidence, and action-ready plans, Intermittent Fasting Diet Guide and Cookbook offers everything you need to unlock the door to better health. • Discover the fasting strategies available to you, and learn how to select the best one to meet your goals. Choose from 12:12, 16:8, 20:4, OMAD, alternate-day fasting, and the 5:2 diet. • Learn about the best foods to eat for weight loss (don't worry, you'll get plenty of calories, and you won't be hungry), and decide whether a lower-carb or ketogenic diet is right for you. • Select a meal plan that's done all the hard work of fine-tuning your macronutrient intake. Choose from one of four plans: low-carb, keto, dairy-free, and vegetarian. • Enjoy phenomenal recipes that are high in flavor, nutrient-dense, and oh-so-satisfying. With over 50 recipes to choose from and a variety of flavors, vegetables, and proteins, there are dishes to satisfy anyone." --Amazon.com You don't need to obsess over calorie tracking or endure constant hunger to lose weight--fasting is a more effective and more sustainable diet, and it's easier than you think! Intermittent fasting is the solution to dropping pounds and boosting your overall health, and it won't leave you feeling hungry. By shortening the window of time in which you eat food, for example only eating two meals per day within an 8-hour time period, you are well on your way to a more healthy, adaptable body. Intermittent fasting aids weight loss and is a key therapeutic tool for a variety of hormone- and health-related concerns. (1) Decrease insulin resistance (2) Reduce inflammation (3) Improve cardiovascular health (4) Prevent cancer (5) Protect the brain from disease (6) Extend the lifespan You've heard of the concept, but you're not sure where to start. In Part 1, this visual beginner's guide will help you to identify your goals and select one of various fasting programs. Choose from several eating patterns: the 16/8 method; the One-Meal-A-Day (OMAD) plan; the 5:2 diet; and alternate-day fasts. Learn the answers to all of your questions, like "Can I drink water and coffee while fasting?" In Part 2, meal plans and recipes will aid your fasting diet. Meal plans are developed so that food leaves you satisfied for hours. With lower carb, higher fat, and moderate protein, recipes offer you the key nutrition you need to make your fasts productive and sustainable. CONTENTS 9 Introduction 10 PART 1: A GUIDE TO FASTING 13 1 This Is How We Eat 15 2 Why Fast + Who Should Do It? 23 3 The Science of Fasting 35 4 Different Approaches to Fasting 53 5 Making Your Goal + Deciding on a Fasting Method 71 6 What Should You Eat? 85 7 The Ins + Outs of Fasting 103 PART 2: MEAL PLANS + RECIPES 121 The Meal Plans 122 Stocking Your Low-Carb Pantry 125 Low-Carb Meal Plan 128 Keto Meal Plan 130 Dairy-Free Meal Plan 132 Vegetarian Meal Plan 133 8 Eggs + Low-Carb Twists on Grains 135 9 Big Fat Salads 155 10 One-Pan Entrées + Protein Headliners 175 11 Sides + Basics 201 Endnotes 212 Index 218