(Tip 6 of 21 biohacking tips)
Intermittent fasting isn’t just another health trend—it’s a powerful, science-backed way to restore balance in your body, upgrade your mental clarity, and give your overworked digestive system a break.
By simply narrowing your eating window (for example, eating within 8 hours and fasting for 16), you invite your body into a more efficient, fat-burning, healing state. It is very easy to do.
🤔 “But Isn’t That Just Starving Yourself?”
A friend once asked me, “Why would not eating help you feel better? Isn’t food fuel?”
It’s a great question—and a common misconception.
We live in a world where we’re constantly “fueling” ourselves, often without hunger, and often with foods our bodies never really asked for. The result? A body that’s overfed and under-recovered.
Intermittent fasting isn’t about starvation. It’s about eating with intention—creating space for your body to rest, repair, and rebalance.
🔬 Here’s What Happens During Fasting
- 🧠 Mental clarity increases
- 🧬 Insulin levels drop
- 🔥 Your body burns stored fat for energy
- 🌿 Inflammation may decrease
- ⏳ Longevity markers improve (NEJM, 2019)
It’s a biological reset your body is naturally built for.
🌱 How to Start (Gently!)
Don’t jump into extreme windows. Instead:
- Try a 12:12 fasting/eating schedule (fast for 12 hours, eat within 12 hours).
- Skip breakfast a few times a week.
- Stay hydrated with mineral-rich water during your fasting window.
Then tune into how your body responds and gradually extend your fast if it feels right.
This is a practice, not a punishment—and the results can feel extraordinary.
With love,
Kate
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