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Posted by: C Strife

15th Sep 2014 05:17pm

Recently there have been a vast study of the effects of fasting, and its effects on our health.

Ive seen a few studies come out with some interesting results, especially the new "5:2" diet that seems to have hugely beneficial effects on the body.

I wanna know your thoughts on these forms of dieting. Would you participate? do you believe the hype?

candyb

21st Oct 2014 11:13am

I tried 5:2 as part of an experiment with my training. My personal view after myself and a few others I know who have tried this is that it is probably best for very overweight women and even better for men in general. I found that my hormones were terribly out of whack when I was doing this. I think it could be dangerous as you could potentially not meet your nutrition needs on a daily basis, however in saying that if guided by a nutritionist or Dr then all good. I am a nutritionist and am currently overseeing my boyfriend doing the 5:2, he is getting great results and we are simply using this as a kick starter to get him used to portion sizes.
I guess in short....women with hormone issues....don't do it. Men....knock yourselves out :)

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