The Fasting Blog
Practical, research-grounded articles about intermittent fasting, nutrition, and the science of when (and when not) to eat.
Autophagy and Fasting: What the Science Says
How fasting triggers autophagy, your body's cellular cleanup process. When it starts, what it does, and how different fasting schedules affect it.
Black Coffee While Fasting: Does It Break Your Fast?
Black coffee has near-zero calories and doesn't trigger insulin — so it won't break your fast. Here's the science on caffeine, autophagy, and cortisol timing.
What Can You Drink While Intermittent Fasting?
Water, black coffee, and plain tea are fasting-safe. Milk, juice, and sweetened drinks break your fast. Here's the complete guide to drinks during a fast.
Can You Drink Coffee While Fasting?
Yes — black coffee won't break your fast. But add cream or sugar and it will. This guide covers exactly what you can drink while fasting and what to avoid.
OMAD vs Warrior Diet: Key Differences Explained
Comparing OMAD (One Meal a Day) and the Warrior Diet: eating windows, weight loss results, and which fasting schedule suits you best.
5:2 vs 16:8 Fasting: Which Is Better for Weight Loss?
5:2 vs 16:8 intermittent fasting compared — weight loss results, hunger, adherence, and social flexibility. Find which protocol fits your lifestyle in 2026.
Intermittent Fasting vs Extended Fasting: Key Differences
Intermittent fasting vs extended fasting compared — how each works, what the science says about benefits and risks, and which approach fits your goals.
Intermittent Fasting Results: What to Expect in 30 Days
Realistic intermittent fasting results week by week: weight loss, energy, hunger, and metabolic changes explained — with the research behind each stage.
Intermittent Fasting for Women: What the Science Says
Intermittent fasting for women works differently than for men. Here's what 2025–2026 research says about hormones, cycle-syncing, and safest protocols.
Intermittent Fasting vs Calorie Restriction: Which Wins?
Intermittent fasting vs calorie restriction: a data-driven comparison of weight loss, metabolic health, and sustainability backed by 2025–2026 research.
What Breaks a Fast? The Complete Guide (2026)
Does coffee break a fast? Gum? Lemon water? A reference table plus the key distinction between 'technically breaks' vs 'doesn't affect results'.
OMAD Fasting: Benefits, Risks, and How to Start
OMAD means eating one meal per day in a 1-hour window. Learn the real benefits, risks, and who it's right for before you start this advanced fasting protocol.
OMAD vs 16:8 Fasting: Which Schedule Is Better for You?
OMAD vs 16:8 intermittent fasting compared side by side: weight loss, difficulty, muscle retention, and who each schedule actually suits. Backed by research.
Intermittent Fasting vs Keto: Best for Weight Loss?
Intermittent fasting vs keto compared: weight loss, metabolic health, sustainability, and who should choose which. Honest breakdown with data.
Water Fasting: Benefits, Risks, and How Long Is Safe
Water fasting means consuming only water for 24-72+ hours. Learn the science, safety guidelines, and how it compares to intermittent fasting.
16:8 vs 18:6 Fasting: Which Is Better for Weight Loss?
16:8 fasting suits beginners with its flexible eating window. 18:6 may accelerate fat loss for experienced fasters. Compare schedules, benefits, and results.
Intermittent Fasting Benefits: What Research Shows
Intermittent fasting benefits backed by science — weight loss, metabolic health, autophagy, brain function, and more. What the research actually says.
Can You Drink Coffee While Fasting? Here's the Truth
Black coffee won't break your fast — but add cream or sugar and you will. See exactly what you can drink while fasting and what kicks you out of ketosis.
Intermittent Fasting: What to Expect in Your First Week
Starting intermittent fasting? Here's exactly what happens in your first week — hunger, energy, sleep, and the common mistakes that trip up most beginners.
Intermittent Fasting Schedules: The Complete Guide
Find the intermittent fasting schedule that fits your lifestyle — 16:8, 18:6, 20:4, and OMAD compared with pros, cons, and a 7-day starter plan.
What Is Fasting? The Science Behind Going Without Food
Learn what fasting actually does to your body — the metabolic phases, main types (16:8, OMAD, water fasting), and what research shows about its effects.
16:8 Fasting: Complete Guide to the Most Popular Schedule
16:8 fasting: set up your eating window, avoid common mistakes, and learn what the science shows. The complete beginner's guide to the most popular IF schedule.
Fasting Tracker: What to Track During Intermittent Fasting
A good fasting tracker does more than clock hours. Learn what metrics matter, which tools work best, and how tracking turns guesswork into results.
Intermittent Fasting for Beginners: Your Complete Guide
New to intermittent fasting? This guide covers the most popular schedules, what to expect in your first week, and the science behind why timed eating works.