8 Intermittent Fasting Tips For Beginners 

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27 May 2025

Take small steps. Start slow and ease yourself into the process. Fast overnight before starting with  longer fasts.


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Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water to curb hunger pangs. Aim for 8-10 glasses of water daily. 


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During the eating window, aim to consume nutrient-dense food such as lean proteins, healthy fats, fruits and complex carbss.


Plan your meals in advance to ensure you do not go astray and start munching unhealthy items in the eating window. 


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You can follow the 5:2 diet rule.  Consume 500-600 calories on two nonconsecutive days and eat as usual on remaining days. 


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Time your workouts strategically, meaning exercise during or just before your eating window to fuel your body post-workout.


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Most people tend to focus too much on food and fasting. Follow a good sleep schedule so that your efforts are reflected in the body.


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Keep a journal, noting down the minute changes in your body. It will also help you maintain a strict fasting/eating schedule. 


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