1. Intermittent Fasting (IF)

• • 16/8 Method: Fast for 16 hours, eat within an 8-hour window.
• • 5:2 Diet: Eat normally for 5 days, restrict to 500-600 calories on 2 non-consecutive days.
• • OMAD (One Meal a Day): Eat one large meal within a 1-hour window.

2. Extended Fasting

• • 24-Hour Fast (Eat-Stop-Eat): Fast for a full 24 hours once or twice a week.
• • Alternate-Day Fasting: Fast every other day, consuming only 500 kcal or fully fasting.

3. Religious or Spiritual Fasting

• • Ramadan Fasting: No food or drink from sunrise to sunset.
• • Daniel Fast: A 10-21 day spiritual fast consisting of whole plant-based foods.

Fasting Diet Considerations

• • Stay hydrated with water, herbal teas, or black coffee.
• • Consume nutrient-dense meals during eating windows.
• • Avoid processed foods and refined sugars after fasting.
• • Consult a doctor before attempting extended fasting.