• Does ‘Fasting’ Really Help You Get Fit? A Dietician’s Honest Take
    What Is “Fasting,” Really? You’re not signing up for some extreme cleanse; you’re simply choosing when you eat. Intermittent fasting (IF) means cycling between eating and not eating. It comes in many flavors: What the Research Really Says Let’s cut through the hype. A massive 2025 analysis in The BMJ looked at nearly 100 clinical trials and more than 6,500 people. Key takeaways: On the metabolic side, fasting can boost insulin sensitivity and lower blood pressure, triglycerides, and “bad” cholesterol—little wins that add up. It even nudges up growth-hormone levels, which helps muscle and fat burning. Why It Can Work…