Stopping eating for a few hours would have many benefits, particularly for weight loss. But if you’re 50 and over, here’s how you should practice intermittent fasting for it to be (really) effective.
Intermittent fasting is one of the most popular eating methods for weight loss. In fact, it consists of not consuming food for several hours. The objective is to alternate periods of food intake with periods of fasting. During this time, you are only allowed to consume unsweetened drinks. Depending on your habits, you will therefore skip either breakfast or dinner. If the beneficial effects of this practice are no longer to be proven, is it the same at 50 years old as at 20 years old?
In an article in the online magazine Preventiondietitians have indicated that intermittent fasting has many health benefits from the age of 50. On the other hand, American research showed that this diet can help you lose weight, but that it was no more effective than a method of reducing your daily calories. Fifty-year-old, if you want to get started, you will have to think carefully about your meals. Indeed, it is essential to prepare balanced dishes including lipids, fiber and protein sources, essential to preserve your muscles and stay in shape. From the age of 50, it is recommended to consume between 1.2 and 1.5 grams per kilo of body weight. “The best way to optimize your intake is to favor foods rich in lean animal proteins, such as egg whites, cod, tuna, mussels, or even chicken or turkey breast.explains Scott Keatley, nutritionist specializing in obesity issues. He adds: “It’s also important to note that as we age, our ability to absorb them decreases.“Therefore, it is essential to spread these intakes over several meals.
You will have understood, intermittent fasting is a good method if you want to get rid of your extra pounds. However, it still remains very restrictive. Before you start, make an appointment with your doctor, who will be best able to advise you based on your profile.
