Many questions come to mind when fasting with intermittent fasting.
Usually these questions are interrelated in certain frameworks. That's why we
have compiled a few basic questions and answers for you.
Do I Have Muscle Loss
during Intermittent Fasting?
Intermittent fasting individuals are seriously afraid of muscle loss
while exercising. In fact, muscle loss is not expected in people who follow
intermittent fasting.
Hunger is a condition that has a serious catabolic effect. It creates an
important distinction in the intermittent fasting process. Sudden and prolonged
hunger crisis can cause muscle breakdown in the process of your body getting
used to hunger. However, when you gradually increase the hunger period and
continue in this way for a long time, it is not possible to experience muscle
loss. Because you give your body the opportunity to adapt.
What Hours Should I
Exercise While Doing Intermittent Fasting?
Nutrition before and after exercise is very important. Nutritional
support is definitely needed in the phase of preserving and developing muscle
mass. For this reason, it is very important to prepare a plan to consume food
before and after exercise, especially if you are doing weight training.
Who Cannot
Intermittent Fasting?
Almost all age groups and individuals of body structure can perform
intermittent fasting. However, it is recommended that you see a specialist or
doctor before following intermittent fasting.
Can Pregnant and
Breastfeeding Mothers Apply Intermittent Fasting?
Pregnant women must be fed at short intervals. In addition, milk
productivity in breastfeeding mothers is directly related to nutrition. For
this reason, intermittent fasting diet is not recommended for both groups.
Can Children Follow
Intermittent Fasting?
The growth process is intense and requires regular energy input. For this
reason, intermittent fasting is not recommended for children in the growing
period.
I am on medication for
diabetes. Can I do Intermittent Fasting?
Drugs given to diabetics are aimed at lowering high blood sugar. If you
are using this type of medication, the medications can dangerously lower your
blood sugar during fasting. For this reason, intermittent fasting is probably
not suitable for you.
What should be Dietary
Plan during Intermittent Fasting?
While following intermittent fasting, you can consume everything. The
point you need to pay attention to is that it does not exceed your macros and
is healthy.
What Type of Drinks
Should I Consume during Intermittent Fasting?
As you know, consumption of beverages is allowed during the time when you
are fasting. The goal here is to hydrate the body. The point you should pay
attention to is the point of not consuming nutritious beverages. If the
beverage you plan to drink contains any of the three macronutrients
(carbohydrate, protein, fat), you should not consume that beverage.
Is it OK to Consume Drinks Containing Sweeteners in Intermittent Fasting?
Non-nutritive sweeteners seem to be used during the time when you are not eating when following intermittent fasting type nutrition. However, sweeteners still make your brain feel like they have consumed sweet, like sugars. For this reason, although it is not certain, it is recommended that you do not consume them.
