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Can You Drink Coffee While Fasting?
Thomas Ashford May 15, 2025

Your Morning Brew and the Fasting Debate You’ve just committed to an intermittent fasting plan. The hours are set, the meals planned, and your motivation? Sky high. But then it hits you: what about coffee? Does that morning cup count as breaking your fast? For many of us, coffee isn’t just a habit—it’s part of Read More

How to Start Intermittent Fasting: A Step-by-Step Guide
Thomas Ashford May 7, 2025

Ever feel like you’re eating all day but still never full? Or perhaps you’re tired of complicated diets that promise results but are impossible to stick with? If so, intermittent fasting could offer a refreshingly simple solution. This guide is designed for the fasting beginner who’s eager to find a sustainable, science-backed way to improve Read More

Community Spotlight: Real People, Real Results
Thomas Ashford May 5, 2025

Intermittent fasting may be trending in health circles, but for countless everyday people, it’s not just a fad — it’s a life-changer. Beyond celebrity endorsements and glossy before-and-after shots, there’s a quieter, more powerful movement unfolding. One that’s led by real people in the fasting community, navigating their own journeys toward wellness, balance, and self-discovery Read More

How Intermittent Fasting Changed My Life: A Personal Journey
Thomas Ashford May 2, 2025

A Lifestyle Change I Never Expected I didn’t find intermittent fasting in a moment of clarity. It wasn’t a planned health goal or part of some elaborate transformation programme. If I’m honest, it began with a bit of desperation—a feeling of being stuck, sluggish, and strangely disconnected from my own body. At 38, I was Read More

Intermittent Fasting for Women: Hormonal Considerations
Thomas Ashford April 30, 2025

One Size Doesn’t Fit All — Especially for Women Intermittent fasting has become a popular tool for weight loss, mental clarity, and metabolic health. But the conversation deserves extra care when it comes to women. That’s because women’s hormones are more sensitive to changes in eating patterns. While men often thrive on strict fasting schedules, Read More

Intermittent Fasting for Seniors: Is It Safe?
Thomas Ashford April 23, 2025

Can Fasting Still Work in Your Golden Years? As we age, the way we care for our bodies starts to shift. We may not bounce back from poor eating habits like we used to, and energy levels can feel like a balancing act. With all the talk around intermittent fasting, it’s fair to ask—is it Read More

Does Intermittent Fasting Slow Down Metabolism?
Thomas Ashford April 21, 2025

Does Fasting Slow Your Metabolism? You’ve probably heard this one: “Skipping meals slows your metabolism.” It’s a common fear, especially when people think about trying intermittent fasting. The idea makes sense on the surface. After all, if you’re not eating, won’t your body try to conserve energy? But here’s the good news: intermittent fasting doesn’t Read More

Intermittent Fasting and Sleep: Improving Rest
Thomas Ashford April 19, 2025

What If Better Sleep Starts with Your Last Meal? Most of us know a late-night snack isn’t ideal. But what if the timing of your meals plays a bigger role in sleep than we realise? Intermittent fasting is well known for boosting energy and helping with weight loss. Yet many people also report a surprising Read More