Ketiz Singh

My 30-Day Intermittent Fasting Experiment: A Real Story

The Hype Around Intermittent Fasting

Hey there, my fellow Indians! So, I decided to jump on the bandwagon and give intermittent fasting a shot for 30 days. Now, if you haven’t heard about intermittent fasting before, let me fill you in. It’s basically a trendy health movement where you skip breakfast and eat all your meals within a specific time window. Simple, right?

But let me tell you, it’s not as easy as it sounds. The idea is to fast for 16 hours and eat during an 8-hour window. No, it’s not about what you eat, but when you eat. And there’s actually some science behind it, like dropping insulin levels and kickstarting fat burning.

The Reality of Intermittent Fasting

So, I started off all gung-ho, thinking I could breeze through this fasting schedule. But boy, was I wrong! Planning my day around my eating time was tougher than I thought. I ran into trouble during workouts, felt lightheaded, and even missed my fasting window a few times.

And let’s talk about breakfast. Isn’t it supposed to be the most important meal of the day? Turns out, research shows skipping breakfast can lead to weight gain and unhealthy snacking. But hey, I had to experiment and see for myself.

Lessons Learned from The Experiment

By day 16, I had accidentally lost weight, struggled with social activities, and felt restricted. It became clear that the 16 by 8 fasting schedule wasn’t for me. It was a pain to stick to, and it didn’t make me feel more energized or happy.

But you know what? It’s okay to fail. It’s okay to admit when something isn’t working for you. I learned that it’s important to listen to your body and make changes when needed. So, while intermittent fasting may not have been my cup of tea, I’m open to trying other, less extreme fasting methods in the future.

So, my friends, the moral of the story is, don’t be afraid to experiment and find what works best for you. It’s all about learning, growing, and ultimately, finding what makes you happy and healthy.

Until next time, stay curious and keep exploring new ways to nourish your body and soul!