What is the first week of intermittent fasting like?
Wondering what the first week of intermittent fasting is really like? Here's exactly what to expect — and how to push through the hardest part.
The first week of intermittent fasting is the hardest — and that's completely normal. Most people experience some hunger, low energy, and cravings in the first few days as their body shifts from burning sugar to burning fat. By day 7 to 10, those sensations typically fade and focus, energy, and appetite control begin to improve. Your body has been burning glucose — sugar from food — for energy your entire life. The moment you start fasting, you're asking it…
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