num_pages: 192
description: Learn to do intermittent fasting (IF) the right way. This unique flexible and food-focused approach provides everything you need to safely and deliciously implement IF for great results and long-term success. Research shows that intermittent fasting can be effective not just for weight loss but ameliorating diabetes high cholesterol inflammation and more all while improving body composition. However while there is growing research on the what of IF (eating less is good for us) there has been little information on the how of timing nutrition and meal-planninguntil now.Not eating is only one piece of the puzzle! Fasting needs to be balanced with adequate food intake and nourishing nutrient-dense ingredients. Sought-after special diets chef and wellness advocate Nicole Poirier shows you exactly how to do this in the Intermittent Fasting Cookbook. Start your IF journey with a complete physiological overview of fasting and its many benefits. Then explore the most common IF protocols including 16:8 one meal a day alternate day fasting 5:2 intuitive fasting and extended fasting. An FAQ section addresses every question you have and tips on food journaling meal planning and mindfulness practices aid your success. Using the included worksheet you can customize your plan set your goals and measure your starting point. With your personalized IF plan in place Nicole teaches you how to obtain the most nutrition in the reduced amount of time you have with colorful natural whole food ingredients highlighting anti-inflammatory and appetite-suppressing choices. Over 70 delicious superfood-based recipes transform your eating window into a soul-inspiring feast. They include:Dark Chocolate Almond Power BallsBacon Basil and Tomato Quiche-LettesRed Lentil Vegetable and Coconut SoupBaby Spinach Blueberry and Goat Cheese Salad with Crispy TempehBarbecue Chicken and Charred Onion Personal PizzasQuick Korean-Flavored Marinated Beef &amp; Kimchi Kale Fried RiceCurry Vegetables with Dhal &amp; Crunchy Almond ToppingWherever you are on your health journey find out how easy adaptable and forgiving IF can be with the Intermittent Fasting Cookbook.
language: English
title: Intermittent Fasting Cookbook: Fast-Friendly Recipes for Optimal Health, Weight Loss, and Results
publisher: Fair Winds Press