For years, the intermittent fasting diet has been among the most popular and effective ways to lose weight. This regimen, which alternates between periods of fasting and periods of eating, is still heavily used in 2020, and that is why we want to share with you everything you need to know about this lifestyle that many celebrities and athletes use to lose weight and keep themselves healthy.
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Intermittent fasting is so popular and trendy these days that stars like Beyoncé, Ben Affleck, and Nicole Kidman have been known to follow it, and celebrity doctors have been promoting it, like Dr. Juan Rivera from Univision, who shares tips on how to follow it in his book The Mojito Diet.
There are also studies that back it up and confirm that this lifestyle is not only beneficial for weight loss but also helps to lower sugar levels and bad cholesterol and provides some mental benefits like clarity and improved concentration. But as usual, this is only a guide, and before starting this diet or any other, consult with your doctor to see if this would be beneficial to you based on your own needs. Do not start it before asking a professional, especially if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have diabetes, or have struggled with eating disorders in the past or currently. It is also not recommended for anyone younger than 18 years old.