Does sleep count as fasting?

Yes. Fasting is considered to be any amount of time when you’re not eating or drinking calories, whether you’re asleep or awake. The word “breakfast” was originally intended to signal the meal that breaks your fast from the previous night.

Which fasting is best for belly fat?

Generally, research has found a 14:10 or 16:8 pattern of intermittent fasting to yield the best results in reducing belly fat. ( 16 ; 17)

Should you do intermittent fasting?

Some people want to try intermittent fasting as a way of losing weight, shedding belly fat, or improving some health markers, while others like to have more structure to their eating times and may find that they’re more mindful when planning what they will eat during their eating window, thereby making healthier choices.

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RD, Masters of Science in Human Nutrition

Laura Krebs-Holm holds a Master of Science in Human Nutrition, emphasizing her dedication to providing credible nutrition information. With a career spanning roles as a nutrition writer, outpatient clinical dietitian, and long-term care dietitian, she advocates for more guidance from qualified professionals. She is a licensed dietitian in the State of Texas. A passionate advocate for the power of good food, Laura’s primary focus is marrying her love for writing with her expertise in nutrition.