Intermittent fasting and autophogy

Intermittent Fasting

Intermittent fasting (IF) is an eating pattern that cycles between periods of eating and fasting. Unlike traditional diets, it focuses on when you eat rather than what you eat. Common methods include the 16/8 method (fasting for 16 hours and eating within an 8-hour window) and the 5:2 method (eating normally for 5 days and consuming very few calories on 2 non-consecutive days). IF may promote weight loss, improve insulin sensitivity, and support metabolic health.

⸻

Autophagy

Autophagy is a natural cellular process in which the body breaks down and recycles old or damaged cell components. This “self-cleaning” mechanism helps maintain cellular health, protect against disease, and may slow aging. Autophagy is often triggered during periods of fasting, exercise, or low nutrient availability, allowing cells to eliminate waste and regenerate more efficiently.