Intermittent fasting is an eating strategy that consists of alternating periods of fasting and periods of balanced eating. The idea is to consume all meals of the day in a short period of time, spending most of the day fasting.

Intermittent fasting can help to: Control body weight, Regulate cholesterol and triglyceride levels, Prevent premature aging, Increase body fat burning.

The most adopted protocol for weight loss is 16 hours of fasting and 8 hours of allowed eating. During the fasting period, it is possible to drink water and non-caloric drinks, such as tea or coffee, without sugar or sweeteners.

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