Michael answers frequently asked questions

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Who benefits from IF (intermittent fasting)?
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Who is advised not to do IF?
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Can I fast if my weight is normal?
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How do I get started?
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Do the fast days have to be non-consecutive?
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Is a “fast day” 24 or 36 hours?
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Do the calories have to be in one meal or spread across the day?
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What are the best foods for fast days?
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What foods should I avoid on a fast day?
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What snacks can I eat on a fast day?
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What can I drink on a fast day?
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Can I have alcohol on a fast day?
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How do I count the calories on a fast day?
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Can I exercise on a fast day?
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Can I fast if I am feeling unwell?
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How often should I weigh myself?
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How do I measure my girth/waist?
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What do I do if I am not losing weight?
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Is there an age limit?
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What are the side effects?
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Will I feel faint or shaky?
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Will I be hungry all the time?
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Will it put me into ‘starvation mode’?
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What tests can I do to monitor changes?
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How do I manage maintenance when I reach my target?
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How can I make intermittent fasting a way of life?

hope this helps everyone thanks dr michael