In this video Dr. Zyrowski talks about not being too strict about IF. This is something that I've recently started to recognize more and how important it can be to allow myself at least one day/wk to take a break and eat my favorite foods.
Because sugar was (is) my biggest weakness, and the reason I began this protocol in the first place, I use that time to indulge myself with something sweet. It can be something like pancakes or waffles with real maple syrup, or as simple as a cup or two of coffee sweet. This way I can still enjoy the foods I like without feeling guilty. I just keep it within reason.
My sugar intake used to be massive (mostly from fruit juices which I love), but thanks to IF and a more healthy diet I've been able to reduce that by over 80%. Like the doctor in this video, I practice all of the habits I suggest.
Originally Posted by
wolfchild
It's most challenging for people who are used to grazing all day or addicted to eating 6-7 meals per day. It's not that hard for somebody who has made a lifestyle out of it and is conditioned to dealing with a little bit of hunger.
Actually, that was me, at first. But it gets easier once you get over that hunger hump and your body realizes that you're not starving. Those signals can be powerful but it not real.[/quote]Also, keeping active and having some kind of a goal during fasting days makes it easier to deal with than just sitting and doing nothing.
Also, keeping active and having some kind of a goal during fasting days makes it easier to deal with than just sitting and doing nothing.
Yep, keeping active is the key. Once you stop thinking about food and focus on your normal daily activities, time flies. Some times I go past 24 hours before I realize its time to eat. Which brings me to
one other huge benefit of IF I failed to mention -- a much lower food bill.