How to do Intermittent Fasting for Serious Weight Loss | for Today's Aging Woman

[@chrisbohlman4962]

I've been doing 20/4 IF for a year now. 30 lbs down. Weigh what I did when I married at 20. Looking and feeling so much younger! Love this lifestyle!

[@DyAnnParham]

That is so awesome. I bet you feel amazing.

[@leonaheraty3760]

Keep up the great work! 😊

[@leonaheraty3760]

Jan 2023 grad here. Jump into class! It changed my life and it will change your life too! I love the 20:4 IF lifestyle! Thank you Dy Ann! 😊

[@leonaheraty3760]

Keep up the great work, Chris! 😊

[@heythere5817]

Do you feel like you followed it properly? I've been following something much easier and lost that much in 2 months.

[@donnaloveall1195]

i am going to be 80 this year and just want to lose enough that if i fall down i can get up.

[@DyAnnParham]

The best thing to do is start practicing getting up off the floor when you don’t have to! Literally, lay down on the floor and practice pushing yourself up every day. 10 times a day ❤️

[@CanadianDivaDi]

My biggest thing for sucess was getting rid of processed food. Anything with more than 3 ingredients are a no. If you can't pronounce the chemicals, don't eat it.

[@DyAnnParham]

Boom! Great tip.

[@9620kod]

🎉 well done

[@tashakaycary1955]

I changed my vocabulary. I am 54 I've been 20:4 eating for three weeks and lost 10 pounds. The reason was asking what is my Enough. My vocabulary is no longer a relationship with food bc food is inanimate and incapable of relationship. however, MY behavoir around food is what had to change. My Enough is my behavior not food's. Thank you for your insight on what it actually means to change. I have changed my life bc I have changed my behavior.

[@DyAnnParham]

Boom! Exactly. So happy for you.

[@julied5162]

'Food is an inanimate and incapable of a relationship ' this one sentence has just broke food's relationship spell over me. I didn't realize that my thoughts about food were skewed so much like I actually believed that food was there to comfort me when it should just be there to nourish me ❤ thank you so much for sharing your thoughts you have given me a new tool for my health toolbox!

[@terribenhart-ww5fp]

Hi my name is Terri. I have been fasting since February 2024 and have lost 24 lbs. About 7 more to go. I feel fantastic. Have so much energy and feel so much healthier. Never thought about fasting but am loving it. So easy to stick to and make a lifestyle. I am 56 years old and feel and look fantastic!

[@Mossa444]

@@terribenhart-ww5fp could you please share your food .and do you feel weak because lack of enough nutrition. Thanks

[@nelled6240]

Stick to my plan no matter what. That's what I need to remember.

[@DyAnnParham]

NMW!!!

[@leonaheraty3760]

Me too! We can do it! When we stick to our plan, we honor ourselves. 😊

[@CanadianDivaDi]

Your hair color looks fabulous DyAnn.

[@DyAnnParham]

Thank you! My hair stylist has been killing it for me.

[@janreinhardt8910]

Just signed up for the July 1st course. I had taken courses with Dy Ann several years ago and found it well worth the investment.

[@DyAnnParham]

Can’t wait to have you back in class with us.

[@MrsP.W]

First attempt - seriously need this !

[@DyAnnParham]

Welcome to our amazing community.

[@tessala7046]

With this feast and fasting, I am so empowered by making my food choices,that makes me so happy ,all the diets I’ve been on I’ve been so restricted ,depressed and , after the end date all the weight comes back ,couple years back my doctor sent me to a nutritionist And her formula for me to lose weight was going to be a disaster FOR ME,I told her right away this is not gonna work. She had me eating breads and fruits. I said no I can’t do that ! Thats what made me gain weight,she goes yes you can. It’s just moderation.😱 the best coach that I’ve ever had is MY body, what it likes ,what it can tolerate and it shows me how many hours of fasting ,I need to get rid of the excess weight 👍 I just have to listen😊Class of 2021

[@DyAnnParham]

YES! And take all that you learned in class and RINSE and REPEAT! So happy for you! And so happy to have you in our community! ❤️

[@thislifefaith]

Thanks for the practical info!! Its so much more sustainable and a mental sigh of relief when we can feel free to adapt IF to our individual lives! 🎉❤

[@DyAnnParham]

Exactly.

[@mattieclark5235]

Hi DyAnn, it's me again and I'm ready to really do this. I have a BMI of 47. and I'm up to 285, I'm 63. I think this is your video that hit me the most. but you're talking about menopausal women and I'm post menopausal, Does it matter 'cause I want to lose 125 lbs. and keep coming back to your videos.

[@DyAnnParham]

I am post menopausal too! The terms are so clunky and cumbersome! Menopausal women are really only there for 1 day. So I use the term interchangeably! Are you joining us for class??

[@janiceworthington9176]

My biggest struggle with when doing a 20 hr fast is a sort of binge mentality takes over when I break the fast. The binge mostly involves healthy food choices vs junk food but I eat BEYOND my hunger and I don’t seem to enjoy the food while I’m eating. I’m working hard to overcome this mental / emotional hurdle but would appreciate any tips

[@DyAnnParham]

We cover that in class! www.fortodaysagingwoman.com/find-out-more

[@Debsimmco2]

I’m so ready to stop jumping from one fix to the next!!

[@DyAnnParham]

I am so excited for you. Go ALL in with us.

[@teresaproano7984]

Day 1 ending strong!!!🎉back on board - missed it!

[@DyAnnParham]

Woo hoo!!

[@MommyBee1589]

This is the FIRST video I’ve seen that helped me feel like I’m not doing everything wrong when it comes to fasting !! You watch one video and they say it’s the meat watch another they say it’s the vegetables watch another they say it’s fruit and you just feel like DAMN HOW DO I DO THIS!? And then I think COMMON Sense. I’m eating the vegetables and meat and fruit and kicking the junk and let that be good enough! Lol thank you

[@DyAnnParham]

Yep! Too many rules. So glad you found this helpful!

[@teresaproano7984]

Joined last year July 2022 class.. Feb and Mar was sick and I’ve gone slowly down hill.. well, I’m back, so glad to have sat down and watched this video.. ..

[@DyAnnParham]

Welcome back.

[@sylviasparks5585]

I’ve been fasting for over 3 years but lately I have gained a few pounds and can’t get it back down . I usually do 18 to 23 hours . Only eating between 5 &7 pm Wo everyday walk everyday

[@teresaproano7984]

In reviewing the past year, I will say that something that threw me out before getting sick in Feb/March, the program suggested blood testing, I hate needles… AGAIN, thank you for this video, this is exactly I needed.. thanks!🎉

[@DyAnnParham]

So good to see you here today.

[@marygarrett9724]

Started today

[@DyAnnParham]

Keep us posted.

[@ericanorton71]

I'm so excited to start class in August! I started fasting 20:4 again one week ago, and I'm feeling so good. I'm hoping you can help me get to the "no matter what" state of being.

[@DyAnnParham]

Excited to have you in class with us.

[@sandraanderson5849]

Thanks for all you do. You handle yourself an everyone quite well. I dont know how you do this DY. The Pc must help you as from this point of view , this appears way toooo much to handle/track

[@vickystewart8050]

I’ve recently been experiencing serious heartburn and stomach acid. I’m doing my best to avoid food/drinks that exacerbate the problem while I wait for my gastro appt in May. Because I have stomach acid first thing in the morning, I’m worried that the long fast will make things work bc there’s nothing to neutralize or help absorb the acid. Wondering what others opinions are? Thanks!

[@DyAnnParham]

See what your doctor says.

[@kindnesstoall]

Will give this a try. What can i add in my coffee..i currently used heavy whipping cream. 2) after the fast what to eat? Back to regular intake and than start fasting again? 4 hours eating...

[@DyAnnParham]

It all depends on you and your goals.

[@rebekahhanlin6420]

Hello! I've been successful with IF for about 6 years, and was down to a healthy weight that I was happy with. However, this last year, (I'm 39) I've been gradually gaining weight despite prolonging my fast, cutting carbs etc. I am an active mom to 6 and i really enjoy my daily walks/runs. I am apparently perimenopausal according to lab work and that couod be slowing things down for me? Any thoughts/suggestions?? I'd like to lose about 15 - 20 lbs, but nothing seems to be working!

[@DyAnnParham]

I can’t really give advice on this info. It would be a total guess and not fair to you! I have a lot of videos on my Intermittent Fasting playlist. and if you are interested I teach a course on intermittent fasting.

[@vs0063]

Go to your OBGYN, they can test your hormone levels to see if they are too low. Check out Dr Barbie, she has a channel on menopause and perimenopause education, a wealth of knowledge. I'm the youngest of 6 children, 3 girls, 3 boys! It's scary when our bodies don't respond to what worked before, but don't give up searching for answers. My doctor gave me options, I'm on HRT combipatch that has estrogen and progesterone, it's a skin patch. It's helped some with night sweats but I'll probably have to increase the dose. We'll see. All the best to you on your journey. -Val in Virginia

[@claudiayanirarojas1808]

It’s so confusing other doctors are saying the 20 hour fast makes you loose muscle 😮

[@DyAnnParham]

There is more to muscle loss than a fast. That advice just does not make sense.

[@arymhansie]

Is the 20:4 done everyday or a couple of times a week? Please can someone answer?

[@DyAnnParham]

This might help: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fIKoeIKNhJiUgdEsi=yrBIhZ5EWcZSX9fi

[@angelabadalamenti]

I have a question. I have fasted two years ago and it worked for me and now is not working for me. If I can only do a 16 to 18 hour fast is that good enough or do I have to bring it to 20 to see results as a 54-year-old woman with menopause.

[@DyAnnParham]

Something is not working. So you will need to keep testing things out until you find what works.

[@gigim3313]

How do you feast well enough?

[@DyAnnParham]

I teach you this is class. Www.fortodaysagingwoman.com/find-out-more

[@mariapaletta8025]

My daughter is 20 and obese. Can she do OMAD? I'm starting your program on May 3rd? How will it work? Do you meet with us at all on zoom?

[@DyAnnParham]

It is all prerecorded! New lesson each day. You should have her sit in on the classes with you.

[@neldacampbell5995]

I’ve been doing the 16/8 fasting for over a month and walk 30 minutes and have not lost weight. What am I doing wrong. I am 70 years old

[@DyAnnParham]

Well, I teach a 20/4 method. So I don’t have any advice for 16/8

[@PoetiqueMs]

I am seriously considering taking your course because I have been doing IF on my own with no succcess. I take stevia and a tsp ofcream with my morning coffee, and I use an electrolyte powder in my water in the morning. Could these things be breaking my fast?

[@DyAnnParham]

Join us for class. Are you on my email list??

[@PoetiqueMs]

@@DyAnnParham Yes, I just joined a couple of days ago.

[@chachabyte]

Yes, they are. Read “Fast, Eat, Repeat” by Gin Stephens. Stick to a “clean fast”. Hands down the best way to go.

[@nataliaprieto6723]

Definitely!!! Do CLEAN fasting

[@omyoga9372]

Is it safe for me to practice the 20:4 fasting diet while breastfeeding?

[@Mossa444]

No

[@mariemilia4720]

How do I sign up for the July course?

[@DyAnnParham]

Hey Marie- you can go here: www.fortodaysagingwoman.com/find-out-more we would love to have you join us.

[@ErinDouglas-th2wf]

How does one get a shirt???😊

[@DyAnnParham]

You can get one here: shopfortodaysagingwoman.com

[@christineriche6752]

I am doing STRICT 20/4. I’m eating healthy. Nothing is happening. I’m 1 month shy of official menopause. Please someone tell me that something will kick in. I’m feeling so discouraged.

[@DyAnnParham]

What is your nutrition looking like?

[@christineriche6752]

@@DyAnnParham I eat healthy. Break fast with chia seeds, cinnamon and oat milk with a small handful of blueberries. I have a normal dinner. My eating window is usually more like 3 hours. I’ve had blood work done and my sugar and thyroid are fine.

[@DyAnnParham]

How much protein & fat? When was the last time you checking on your macros? How much water are you drinking? Have you had your hormones checked?

[@donnaloveall1195]

in the fat fast i put cream in my coffee? does this mean no cream in my coffee? not losing the weight i want to lose

[@DyAnnParham]

I would take the cream out and see what happens!

[@Catfluff521]

Your shirt says it all; go hungry. That’s the way to lose weight. It’s not so complicated that we need your courses. You’re telling us to eat only during a four hr. period and to go hungry. No kidding.

[@DyAnnParham]

Sounds like you go it all figured out. ❤️

[@aliciaaldridge4757]

#20/4forlife

[@DyAnnParham]

Boom!!

[@henriettahuneycutt2156]

Maybe it's just me, but I don't see where you give a lot of advice. You're more of a lecture. I'm looking for someone to give me a step-by-step advice. Yes I'll make my own decisions but I need advice not a lecture. Thank you

[@DyAnnParham]

Join my course. That is the step-by-step you are looking for. Www.fortodaysagingwoman.com/find-out-more

[@mariemilia4720]

Twenty hours seems so long.

[@DyAnnParham]

8 is spent sleeping. The rest is just not snacking. It is really not long at all once you understand its power

[@Robinaa26]

You forgot keto, lol!

[@DyAnnParham]

Keto???

[@Robinaa26]

@@DyAnnParham Among the fad diets that you mentioned, the Keto diet was missing.

[@DyAnnParham]

@@Robinaa26 I hardly think about that one. 🥶

[@Robinaa26]

@@DyAnnParham no worries, I have done all those fad diets that is why I noticed. Thank you for your wonderful and informative videos!❤️

[@katstewart4343]

Why include "aging" women in your title? Your definition is an oxymoron! It has negative connotations in our ageist society. Just say ALL women because that's what you really mean! Thanks! 🤗

[@DyAnnParham]

Well that is not what I really mean. I really mean Aging Women. We just put a positive spin on it all! I am not speaking all women. I do appreciate your insight. It is just not mine.