Intermittent Fasting 4-Year Update | My Long-Term Results

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

I hope my four-year update has been helpful! I would love to read about your experience with intermittent fasting in the comments below. Thank you to LMNT for sponsoring. Head to DrinkLMNT.com/DAILYC to get your free sample pack with any purchase. Thanks for watching, everyone, I hope you have an amazing day. Love, Jennifer

[@christinat.7264]

I'd like to try what you did. What was your diet??(low carb? Mostly vegs? Keto? Etc). When do you drink LMNT.? I gained back 10lbs after my mom passed. But, need to lose 20lbs to be healthy. Thanks for sharing your journey.

[@yolandasilverio1205]

Hi Jennifer, I have been waiting for this Video with bated breath. Because of you, I started Intermittent Fasting on my first day of my 70th birthday not to lose weight, but I had issues with bloating and heartburn. So today is exactly my 3rd month of Intermittent Fasting. I sleep better, I don't run to the bathroom 5 times a day, as before, and surprisingly I have lost 7 pounds in three months. I weigh 116 pounds and feel absolutely fantastic. I am 5 feet tall so this weight is perfect for me. I am doing the 16/8, I don't eat anymore snacks or processed food and prefer this method the best. So my first meal is at 11 A.M. with yogurt and some nuts, and lunch is about 12:30 P.M. soup, or sandwich and fruit around 2 P.M., and a light dinner by 6P.M. After that the kitchen is closed!!!!! I am grateful for your insight. I did visit my doctor for a physical and ironically my doctor also is on Intermittent Fasting. I love my new lifestyle. Thank you so much.

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

This is wonderful! And I'm happy your doctor is on board too! I'm so happy for you!

[@deannab9511]

This is great, thanks for sharing.

[@MelciaD]

So impressed and proud of you 🎉❤! You are soooo strong!

[@TheMilliaC]

This is very encouraging to read! Thank you for sharing!

[@valv4008]

Thanks for sharing Jennifer , it’s great to see how consistent you’ve been for 4 years, it gives me hope! Dr. Mindy is a great resource for sure !

[@megsthriftedlife]

Thank you Jennifer. I quit doing fasting and I gained weight back, so I am trying fasting again. The hardest thing for me is not eating at night!

[@lmmbchampion]

My 4 year intermittent fasting anniversary is in August. My weight went down to 106 for a while then up to 112 and is holding around 116-117. I’m 5’5” 1/4. The main reason I started was to help with inflammation in my hands because I was having joint pain and stiffness in the morning. When I looked up natural remedies- IF popped up. All my pain and stiffness has disappeared as well as the trigger finger! The weight loss was a side benefit. Plus, I’m such a routine person that IF fits perfectly into my life. I may bend the timeline if on vacation or out with friends but I can’t imagine not intermittent fasting since it’s become a lifestyle for me now.

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

That’s amazing! I love that it helped with your inflammation!

[@pam3744]

I thought my metabolism was almost non-existent due to my age and years of yo-yo dieting, but I’m now going on my third year of Intermittent Fasting and I’ve found that I actually can lose weight and keep it off. I eat three meals a day, 16-8 method, with breakfast at 9:00, lunch around 1:00 and dinner at 5:00 with minimal variation. I occasionally snack but never after dinner. Age 68 and I’ve lost 55-60 pounds. I’d like to lose a few more pounds but if I don’t then that’s ok, too. Loving my energy, bloodwork results from my yearly physical, and it’s rare that I even get a cold. IF gave me so much energy immediately after beginning that I started daily exercise. Jennifer, I appreciate you sharing your experience and the emphasis on doing what’s right for your own body.

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

Wonderful!

[@21972012145525]

Wow!

[@elizabethbaxter54]

anazing!!!

[@gailtester8749]

Wow, 4 years! I'm glad you are keeping track, because I started right after your 1st video on it and my experience is very like yours. Right away, I lost that last 10 pesky lbs.and bloated stomach. 68 years old, at my perfect weight and feel absolutely great! Thank you for sharing this with us!! You look gorgeous!!

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

I love this! I'm so happy for you!

[@rrhines3151]

Jennifer, I can hardly believe I’ve been one of your subscribers for 4 years. I know we don’t know each other personally but it means that being a member of this community this long = we’ve shared many things over this period of time! You DO look great and your consistency has resulted in many benefits! I’m proud of you and the example you’ve placed before your viewers, family and friends! Your meals ARE healthy, your addition of exercise is at a steady pace = solid results for you! You’re authentic and kind and about my daughter’s age… I respect how you honor your body and interact with others/the world with class! With kind regards from NorthEast USA❤🎉🥇🕊️

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

Ah, thank you so much! I'm so glad you're here!

[@deannab9511]

What a lovely comment, this is what makes me proud to be part of this group of women! ❤

[@evangelinejansen970]

You are really looking good . Thank you for sharing your knowledge. From Evangeline from Dubai

[@DoogieDoggie]

I enjoyed hearing about your 4 year journey. I have been fasting for 2 years now and lost 30#’s. I started with 16:8 then read Dr. Mindy’s Fast Like a Girl and also Fast, Feast, Repeat and learned so much. I frequently do OMAD but still try to vary my fasts. One of the best changes for me with fasting was the changes in my metabolic and lipid panels. In fact my Dr was thrilled. I’m 70 years old and my blood work came back perfect and I was able to eliminate medicine for high blood pressure. I would encourage those who want to fast to not only look at the weight loss benefits but the long term health benefits as well.

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

Wonderful news!

[@janetlynn3397]

I love what you said about feeling freedom and liberation because of boundaries. I feel the same way but couldn't find how to express it

[@babytexan3038]

Congrats on 4 years! For my whole teen/adult life, I've been doing a monthly 24 hr fast from both food and water, for religious reasons (Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints). It has been a really positive thing in my life for, like you said, having the regular chance to focus on something other than digestion. I do feel like it gives my body and soul a healing break. We also give the monetary value of those skipped meals to those in need, so that adds extra meaning, and feeling hunger builds my compassion for those who are hungry not by choice. I'm grateful fasting has always been a part of my life. Now I'm interested in trying the daily aspects you're mentioning. Thanks for the video!

[@MustardSeedish]

I think it was your year two video that got me to go down the intermittent fasting rabbit hole. When you mentioned that IF was the way people ate historically it finally clicked. I've maintained my 30 pound weight loss. You look amazing.

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

I’m so happy for you!! ♥️

[@DiannaSadler-bz7er]

Thank you Jennifer for your update. I first discovered you during your first year of fasting by googling Fasting. I was looking for a particular person but couldn't remember his name. I'm so thankful I discovered you and your books. You have made big changes in my life. It's also wonderful that you are a Christian which makes us sisters in Christ.

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

Thank you, Dianna! That's so wonderful

[@KathyCrenshaw]

You introduced it to me and I’ve been IF for 3 years now…..and I love it for the same reason, to have guidelines. I’m relieved at 4:30 pm that I don’t have to even THINK about food again until tomorrow. 19:16

[@madelinekimbro2440]

I love that you brought up protecting your hormones!! As a woman, it is so important! I had a surgery that threw me into early menopause and it has been a battle ever since. Our hormones affect every single function in our body and keeping the naturally produced hormones intact is so important. Women think they can just take HRT and everything will be fine and it is not the same. You look so healthy and have such sensible suggestions and ideas that are also very manageable. Thank you for all of your fantastic videos!

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

Thank you! I couldn't agree more!

[@kellieliacopoulos8005]

Good morning, Jennifer! Such a good update, thank you! You look confident, healthy, glowy and happy! I think Audrey Hepburn said something about the happiest girls are the prettiest...??? No matter who said it, it's describing you! March is my 3rd year of IF. I started when I watched your first video and have never looked back.( At that time, I did consult with my doctor.) I am 59 and just over 30 pounds lighter! Also, I will pray your stress load lightens up. xo Sending you so much affection and care!! With love, Kellie

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

Thank you, Kellie! I'm so happy for you and your excellent results!

[@robintaggart5805]

I did IF thanks to Thomas DeLauer in 2020 and lost 50 pounds. I teach high school and slowly stopped and gained 15 pounds back. I’ve got family history with body dysmorphia and had to work on my mental state. Because of your gentleness I feel safe to return to IF and reach my own goal of a perfect weight and physical strength. Thanks Jennifer!! ❤❤

[@livingawordfilledlife]

Ironically, I found your channel because of IF & bonus irony> I am drinking chocolate LMT with hot tea while watching this. I have been a faster for 2 years (I do 20/4 with 1 full fast and 1 "up" day a week). I am down -72 pounds and never felt better! Thanks for your content. Saw you in Victoria Magazine! How exciting!!!! Thanks for sharing your gifts with this community.

[@kg2096]

I experienced something similar when I eliminated grains and dairy from my diet for several years. Lost a lot of weight even when eating plenty of meat and cooking my vegetables in ghee or bacon fat. It was great until I hit that point where I looked like I lost too much. Started incorporating some grains back into my diet and gained some back. Finding that healthy balance for each of us can be a trial but very worth the work. Good to see that you've found what works for you and that you enjoy it ❤

[@i.m.7777]

You inspired me to give intermittent fasting a try. Your videos showing real food that I would actually want to eat, as opposed to eating "cardboard" type food are also inspiring. Last year I was able to lose 62 pounds! My weight loss has slowed down significantly and I have only lost four pounds this year. My goal is to lose another ten and am going to start incorporating exercise. Thank you for your wonderful content!

[@juliecarns]

Congratulations! Thank you for sharing your amazing testimony; best wishes on your continued health journey.

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

♥Thank you! I'm so happy to hear this! How wonderful.

[@21972012145525]

How did you lose 62 pounds?

[@lisawright9399]

I came to fasting through Dr. Mindy and Fast Like a Girl. I've lost 46 pounds since October and my food is much higher quality now- it's like you said, when I'm only eating once or twice a day, the nutrition is vital. My A1C is down to 5 and I've never felt healthier. Thank you for sharing your update!

[@madolynway6612]

So sensible. The portion size is important and the snack issue is huge.

[@dianetohline8838]

I don’t watch you consistently- but when you popped up I said - Woah she looks good. I think yes you have found your sweet spot - you look healthy and lovely. Great update

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

Thank you! ♥

[@evaahlberg-ahre3373]

I really liked your understated comment about videos containing “ I tried this for a month and see what happened”. Spot on, and you truly have such an elegant way of expressing yourself!

[@leslieread556]

Great wrap-up...thank you. 🌷We're about the same height and starting weight and your videos helped me the most the past year. I've gone from @ 145 lbs to 129 thus far...I'm 73. I've gone off high-blood pressure medicine and I feel really good. That said...I'd like to get to @ 122-124 because my bones are thicker. Thanks for all the information! -Leslie

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

Wonderful you no longer need the high-blood pressure medicine! ♥

[@LisaAnnGerty]

I too am doing IF and I also read Dr Mindy’s book so thank you for this. It has helped me tremendously. The parameters of times eating are routine for me as that is how I was raised. My mental clarity is profound now that I’m fasting.

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

Same here! I'm so glad you have had great results!

[@TG81]

I’ve done IF consistently for about the last 10 months. I’ve lost 18 lbs which was my goal. It has felt like a slow process at times because my weight didn’t seem to budge for the first several months. 😅 But I stuck with it and tried not to weigh myself too often. Thank you for the inspiration! ✨

[@chemeg72380]

Jennifer- I just love your healthy mindset the most. It is very hard as a woman to be focused on health over aesthetics sometimes- so I am so happy to see that you are not only healthy in body, but also in mind!

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

Thank you!

[@nextaidstation3095]

I've been intermittent fasting since the beginning of the year. I shoot for a 14 hour fast every day. The most surprising thing happened -- the headaches I would get a couple times a month went away! I rarely get headaches anymore!

[@liseerenee]

Hi Jennifer, your video was very inspirational to me, and I started 16:8 fasting, and was faithful to it for over two months but I saw absolutely no weight loss. I am postmenopausal and that has definitely affected my weight. My doctor said the intermittent fasting that follows the same pattern every day is not “intermittent.” he said you have to variate and I think in terms of varying it, that usually means a longer fasting window. I feel like 16 is the longest I can go without food without losing concentration at work. By the time I am close to 16 hours, I am extremely hungry and that has not changed. This is most discouraging because it seems most information about intermittent fasting regarding females is all about premenopausal women. Be glad that you are still menstruating.

[@parnellbeth]

Great to hear of your success over 4 yrs. I carried between 30 and 60 extra lbs around for 40 yrs!! Started I.F. 18 months ago and have lost 50+ since. So easy and sustainable. One of the best things it really gave me a mental reset, I'm not constantly thinking about food and what my next meal is going to be.

[@pip5284]

I like that you do before/afters without feeling like you have to be too revealing! Classy as always, and inspirational.

[@suredeydo]

I will try this. I see no difference in your before and afters 😭 You're super pretty.

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

Thank you! I feel a big difference, if it's not as visible...

[@madelinekimbro2440]

​@@TheDailyConnoisseurhi I have been watching your videos for quite some time and I definitely notice a difference in your appearance. You look so healthy and fabulous!

[@juliekonigskind6434]

Dear Jennifer, thank you so much for your update. I always admired, that you stick to the same eating windows most days. That is my biggest struggle currently.

[@clhandorf]

I started intermittent fasting last year and lost about 15 pounds without altering my diet. That was great, but what was more amazing was the positive impact it had on my period. I used to get such painful cramps on my first 2 days, it reminded me of labor pains it was that bad. But now the pain is so much lower I don’t even regularly take ibuprofen! I know it is from fasting because I stopped during the summer and the pain immediately came back, and when I started back up in the fall it lessened dramatically. If I never lose a pound again, I will continue to fast!

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

I'm so glad you had this positive experience!

[@JenniSchaffer]

I love your channel, Jennifer. I get so much out of your content. Thank you❤

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

I'm so happy to hear this. Thank you!

[@janetlynn3397]

Also, I appreciate your what I eat in a day videos. Thank you for them

[@jackiestarling1664]

Hi Jennifer, I starting watching you 3 years ago with your 1st year intermittent fasting. I thought it sounded like something I could do. So I am now 3 years into intermittent fasting and I love it. It has become so natural that I don't feel like I am fasting. Thanks so much for sharing your story, it really means a lot. I've been thinking about trying a 24 hour fast. I like how you only do it once month, so that seems like something I could try for the month of March.

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

I'm so glad to hear this!

[@boncoon]

Thank you , Jennifer! You look as though you weigh the healthy 117 of your teenhood, but muscle is heavy. I try to do all my eating in a few hours (say four?) and wait till I'm honestly hungry when I do - which varies a bit. I love this eating pattern because when I'm finished with my eating I clean my teeth well and that's the end of it. May your dreams come true according to the will of God. Bonnie

[@gwenewing6837]

I've been following you for years! I'm going to make a real effort to do 16-8. I'm 66 and need to get 30 pounds off. Thank you Jennifer ❤

[@ceceliaharris5660]

You might want to read Dr. Mindy’s book. She has some special suggestions for those of us in menopause. She suggests a 15/9 method and not fasting one time a week to balance hormones. I’ve been doing this method for 3 years and lost 25#.

[@fayerichards6088]

Thank you for the four year update, so helps to hear long term ideas. I lost a whole bunch being sick few years ago and knew the weight would come back multiplied afterwards. I've watched for my body set point and try focus on health of body and mind. I find restrictions make things worse but mindfulness really helps. I listened and read dr Mindy after your interview and find that not fasting before that time helps stop migraines that week. Our bodies are capable of telling us what we need if we listen.

[@deannab9511]

I really appreciate how you try different ways to tweak your habits to optimize your results. These videos are informative and great encouragement! I don't technically do IF but I'm not a breakfast person so my first meal is a only fruit smoothie around 10:30, and just eat pretty healthy. I also have a sweet tooth! Thanks Jennifer for this update.

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

Thank you, DeAnna! The sweet tooth is real!

[@brigidkram7950]

Hello Jennifer! Thank you for the video. I think the 120s look good for you. I have been trying IF for 4 years but it really hasn’t worked for me. But this has inspired me again and I think if I make a few changes it will help my health journey. Thank you again. Have a wonderful day!

[@marebear09]

Check out Chelsea Mae Cullen here on YT. She is a wealth of knowledge regarding weight loss.

[@KCallaAK]

I've followed you all 4 years but just started fasting a month ago. Gin Stephen's book Fast, Feast Repeat, made all the difference. I also listen to her Intermittent Fasting Stories podcast when out walking or at the gym. I only want to lose 5 to 10 lbs but I am really enjoying fasting! I feel such a mental freedom from thinking about what I can and can't have! I lost 65 pounds in 2010 and have lived the diet mentality all these years. This feels so freeing. You look wonderful Jennifer.

[@jackiebowen6239]

Bravo, Jennifer, you look great! I am still at it with IF myself, inspired by you whenever you had the first video out. I got on it right away and am so glad. I didn't lose much (maybe 6#) because I eat a lot (!!) but am happy at 5'7" 135# eating whatever I want during my open window. Before IF, this would have packed on lots more weight by now. Lots of other health benefits have occurred as well. Thank you for continuing to make inspiring content! ❤❤

[@21972012145525]

Yes, I'm 5'6/5'7 and I took think 130 is a good weight. I got down to 124 and didn't feel well, then I started eating again. I shot back up to 150. It's actually quite annoying how easy it is to gain weight lol

[@sarahfrancescutti9873]

I've been fasting for a couple years now. Lost about 20lbs in the first year and have been maintaining. Been doing 16:8 with no fasting on weekends to increase my overall calories and take a break. Will have to try not fasting the week prior to my cycle as I tend to naturally need to eat more that week. Looking to continue to loose weight as I haven't reached my healthiest body yet. Love to hear your journey and I so appreciate you sharing your authentic journey. Thank you!

[@jaimezuniga4702]

I love IF! I started when I heard about your experience and I love it for weight loss b it also for so many other benefits. It’s so sustainable and feels so good. I love being in control of my body and appetite instead of the other way around.

[@littleroomillustrations]

Hi! Thanks for sharing Jennnifer. I’ve been doing ‘Grow with Jo’s workouts here on KZbin and they’re so much fun! I use a small 1kg weight most days (for bone strength.. I’m 42 as well), and do the scheduled video for that day Monday to Friday. I feel like I’m getting fitter and stronger! I actually look forward to these workouts. Just thought you might enjoy them too. ❤

[@normajeanshepherd8284]

I have not watched you for a long time. I did see your one year(I think it was)update. I turned 69 at the end of December and, I hit a stall several years back. I had lost 30lbs and I keep going up and down 10lbs. I do better to stay off carbs. They put weight on me immediately and boy is it hard to get off. Right now I’am shooting for a 20 hour fast. I feel so good though I may go 24. I want to try the PSMF way of eating and just see if it will get me off this hole I am in. I still have 30lbs to lose. I so much enjoyed your video and seeing you again. Your meals look so yummy. I need help with my wardrobe as well. I need to look at your 10 piece wardrobe you talked about. You have so inspired me 🌷Thank you Jennifer. PS… I went over to Instagram and I am now following you there. God Bless you and have a Beautiful day💕

[@SadieaRahman]

Lovely video. We as Muslims fast one month every year - dawn till dusk. I can't explain how much mental clarity and physical lightness we experience. It definitely resets the system if done properly!

[@ElyWill]

This is good timing! I really enjoy your IF videos and updates. My experience with it was following Mindy Pelz last summer. I lost nearly 10 lbs off my 5’6” frame from 140 to 130 in just a couple weeks. Now I am back at it. Like you, I am slender but skinny fat so it doesn’t look as “unhealthy” but I felt it. Just did my first 24H fast as soon as my period hit and will go hard at it all week due to cycle. I’m so glad you found Dr. Mindy because I’ve seen and heard so many women throwing their hormones out of wack since fasting was showing rapid results. You look wonderful and yes get that movement in! I’m attempting that too😅. At 36, I know I have a small window to instill strength and flexibility where it’ll really count later. Here’s to fasting like a girl! 😂

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

Thank you for sharing your experience!

[@RCGWho]

Charts I followed in the 80s said women should weigh about 100 lb at 5 ft and 5 lb per inch after that. Based on that, 130 lb is spot on.

[@ElyWill]

@@RCGWhoThanks, I will definitely take that into consideration. I’m just over that and simply need to tone up.

[@elizabethpace1591]

The meals you have cooked looked absolutely delicious. Once I have had my evening meal I don’t eat anything else until the following morning 🙂

[@j.r.7716]

Yes, IF/Time Restricted eating with earlier dinner is the way to go, when needing a few pounds the black coffee is so helpful. For your 24 hour fasts, when in your cycle do you normally try to do the longer fast? Does your family or children ask questions about why you are not having breakfast etc? How do you explain to children? Thank you for continued wonderful content ❤️

[@21972012145525]

If you watch her if what I eat in a day, she still eats breakfast. She doesn't skip any meals

[@kempfreehold9450]

I tell them that I am not hungry and you shouldn't eat it you aren't hungry. It's not difficult

[@teaafternoons3530]

Dear Jennifer, I so appreciate your caring update, it is really helpful! I coincidentally made a concerted weight journey in 2019/2020 and made a significant reduction through some slight adjustments and portion awareness, because I like all foods and that isn't changing... I'm also inspired by all the updates that you have shared, and after trying a shorter, more conscious window of eating per day--my system seems to love it so much! So I'm grateful for the information about your experience. Thank you for your mindful, warm style of sharing your experiences! Take care, Liz

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

Thank you so much, Liz!

[@asceticfeminine]

I lost 90lbs in 8 months doing the opposite of IF. My hormones balanced and my periods stopped being painful and emotional. I was ovulating every month. I ate a balanced snack with protein and carbs every three hours. I ate 30g protein within an hour of waking. I never drank coffee black or on an empty stomach. I had a bedtime snack every night. I ate ice cream every day. And I had so much energy, my digestion was top notch and I slept like a baby. IF has too many nuances and experimental phases to even justify it. If you are a woman, your body needs safety signals for your metabolism to work properly and hormones to operate. Fasting is stressful. Cold plunges are stressful. Get out of the stress mode and the weight will come off.

[@rebekahbarker7594]

I really wish we could connect:). I really feel truth to what you have said. I’m 41 and I’d like to louse about 15 pounds. Iv had six kids and I’m told all the time that I look great for my age and how many kids Iv had. I’d rather be a bit thinner and look better in a swimsuit😊. I always feel better when I wake up and eat protein right away as well! If I do not eat until 10:00am or so no matter how many weeks Iv tired, I just do not feel that great. I feel low, tired and stressed. Also eating an early dinner left me feeling sick by the time I went to bed. When I have eaten a good snake I sleep like a baby as well. I’m so happy IF works for so many but for me it does seem to stressful and I’m in coping mode.

[@manifestingmaren]

Hmm This is terrible advice

[@lsmith9490]

Thanks for sharing sweet One:) I fast probably 28/30 days but many only 12-16. This was great reminder & motivation to do 24 hour one every now and then AND to keep working on eating earlier:)

[@beckycanterbury4514]

You look wonderful in that green top. 🍀

[@asianangel5400]

So glad you have taken this journey. I'm glad you are healthy and have taken care of yourself through these years. ❤❤❤❤

[@Anne914]

Looking beautiful and as Inspirational 💖

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

♥Thank you!

[@susannovak8263]

consuming anything with calories breaks a fast. That’s what a fast is (not taking in any calories). It’s really quite simple.

[@324cmac]

Those photos look the same to me. Slim and slim.

[@juliabrown1495]

I appreciate your candid honesty

[@amyhood6562]

I have a love hate relationship with fasting but you’ve convinced me to buy the book. I think a little variation will do me good but we’ll see.

[@kristidollar6777]

Thank you so much for doing this type video, it's really inspiring for me! I began doing the ten item wardrobe a year ago and ABSOLUTELY LOVE it, and I'm planning to start intermittent fasting today as a lifestyle change! I'll let you know how it goes lol!

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

I'm so glad to hear this!

[@SweettoothMarie77]

Hey Jen! Sorry for the loss of your father. Do you mind doing a video on how you've been handling grief? Also grieving caused me to actually gain weight despite having followed thru with intermittent fasting for a while. How did you get back to it? Please share

[@shikhing7391]

Hi Jennifer- your blog is on my mind and inspiring. I don’t think you have not answered the question of How you handle weekends and family outings. So do you end dinner at 5 pm as most people don’t eat that early especially when you are meeting friends for dinner out? Can you pls explain? Thanks

[@jessicaperteet913]

I would love input on that as well!

[@ashleyslack5960]

She has in past videos. First, just because she stops eating around 5 PM each night doesn't mean that is what everyone should do. You can adjust your hours of fasting for what makes sense for your life. Maybe for you that means beginning your fast at 7 PM or 8 PM. I think she has said in the past that she might adjust for special occasions, as you mentioned.

[@Zina1989]

Wish I could do IF but nothing stresses my body more. Terrible for my thyroid. Terrible for my blood sugar. Just no. But clearly it works for many people as a way of getting into calorie deficit and lose weight and good for them. But not everyone.

[@liana2136]

I agree. Not for me either. I will eat on a normal schedule as I have for 50 years. I haven't the slightest inclination to change that.

[@sozod2000]

Not the creeeeaaaam! 😢 That’s what I have to do. That’s my problem 😵‍💫

[@christinahaftmann4065]

I really love intermittent fasting and here's why. I first did serious fasting in the late 1970s when mostly spiritual seekers and healers did it. There was a sacredness to it because you had to remove stimulants before, during and after. It was rather a slow and challenging process. Today - due primarily to our electronic internet world - instead of speaking of sacredness and the longer the better, it's all about quick spurts and weight loss. It's fascinating to study the historical differences. I admit that this is easier, faster and probably more efficient. I do rejoice in the knowledge that by limiting food intake my cells are given time to regenerate - that's almost the spiritual component for me. Also, I discovered that it's not carbs I'm addicted to but rather sugar! Again it's all about mindfulness.

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

I loved reading about your perspective and experience. Thank you!

[@christinahaftmann4065]

​@@TheDailyConnoisseur One more thing, the only time coffee was allowed was via the infamous coffee enema! 😢

[@tsm7078]

Hi Jennifer, first of all I want to say you look better with a little weight in your face. It’s still slim but you look healthier. I appreciate all of the info you have been providing on the different parts of fasting. I do find that since I have stopped eating earlier in the day I fell so much better when I go to bed. I am thinking of doing a 24hour fast but one quick question. I drink tea with 2% milk. Can I drink my tea during the 24hour fast? If not then I may try an herbal tea instead (even though it doesn’t quite hit the spot my English breakfast tea does) thanks again for everything you do

[@catherinedubin1585]

Excellent video. Why? It reminds each of us to reflect on what our body is trying to tell us. We need to listen. Also, you keep it real and you certainly do your homework. Thank you Jennifer!

[@HayleyatHome_]

Congratulations, Jennifer! I can’t believe it’s already been four years. This video was just the motivation I needed to get back to IF after letting my health/eating habits slip over the winter. In the past I’ve done the 16:8 from 7 pm to 11 am but like the idea of starting a bit earlier as you mention. I also do weight training and understand what you mean when you say it increases your weight. For that reason I think I might use inches as my baseline (as well as weight just to see). I’m also curious to try the 24 hour fast. Thanks for another great video. 😊

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

Thank you, Hayley! ♥

[@kathystclair9485]

Hi Jennifer. I have been intermittent fasting for 4 years also. Plus healthy keto. I only lost 5 LBS. in the beginning. Now I fluctuate at times back up to those 5 lbs no doubt due to lack of walking because of a torn meniscus surgery. When I was young like you ,I could weigh what you do and look okay. I once got to 110 lbs and I was only 5'2. A very close friend of mine was becoming concerned and said to me,your head is looking bigger than your body. As I got older my body is not happy being under 125. I lost from 130 to 125 and both my sisters thought I looked frail. I am 67 and as you get older it looks much healthier to the face to have a little more weight. 125 was also always my high-school weight. I believe everyone's body has a certain weight it wants to feel best at. Also we have to take bone structure into consideration. I am medium boned. I do like the intermittent fasting and it has kept my blood sugar stable. No more crashes. Great video Jennifer. Have a beautiful day.

[@anye76]

4 years already! Well done Jennifer and thank you for always sharing. I say your body is often smarter than we give it credit for. When it comes to wrigyt, it jjowsxwgere it wants yo be and will move around until it gets where it's balanced. No doubt that's why the scale is moving. Talk more about you lifting weights. Apparently we've been lied to as women and we do actually need to be lifting weights 😁

[@3DoodlesKitchen]

Love seeing your updates!! ❤

[@patricialobos1263]

I am going to try skipping the heavy whipping cream in my coffee to see if I have more success. I only use a TBSP but I’ll give it a go. Maybe use the chocolate LMNT in the morning with coffee. I have tried it and enjoy it. Thank you for sharing your journey!!

[@shantellperry1069]

Hi Jennifer! I have a question about coffee while doing IF. When you said you drank your coffee black for optimal weight loss results, did you mean before you broke your fast, or after? I thought that once you are within your eating window that the cream would be okay. I know it's different for everyone and I'm just trying to figure out what works for me. I add a bit of cream but only during my eating window. Would appreciate your insight! Thanks for all the helpful and transparent info you share about your journey!!!! ❤️

[@janetlynn3397]

I've started adding a little bit of cinnamon in my black morning coffee. I'm still working on the intermittent fasting.

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

I love the cinnamon tip. I learned that from Hilary at Old World Home. ♥

[@sandraspencer4766]

Great idea! I’ve been struggling with black coffee.

[@wendywertz8828]

16/8 is definitely easy and not extreme! If you’re menopausal you really don’t have to worry about it .

[@ReboundHealthCo]

This is so good, thank you. It resonates with me in every way!

[@dawnrogers8154]

Thank you for sharing your 4-year update with your personal intermittent fasting experience. I have been on a journey with IF for 16 months and see so many positive benefits besides weight loss. My top benefits have been improved sleep, more clarity, improved mood and energy. Would you please share your experience and journey with rebounding? This has been brought to mind to me over the past month and I'm very interested. I am careful about trying something new and always research and would love to know what type of rebounder you use. Additionally, I would love to hear more about your discipline and using rebounding in your exercise regime.

[@Shineonfriends]

Jennifer - are you able to track your calories for a few weeks and let us know your daily average? If you’ve done this already, kindly let me know the average. Thank you in advance

[@theprettypeony]

I love your videos Jennifer. You are such an inspiration! Do your children participate in activities? I long to live a life like yours, but my children are in activities which hinder us from having a set daily routine. Evening practices, weekends tournaments, etc. What advice do you have for someone who finds it hard to cook or maintain a set dinner schedule?

[@traci3466]

Thank you for your update! Very helpful !

[@Dreblueskies]

You look very healthy at your current weight. I am going to try 16/8 and get the book you referred to. I do not have any desire to do longer fasts so hopefully it all works out. Do you lift weights during your eating window? Thank you for the update!

[@Maranatha99]

I can't sleep when my stomach is completely empty! I have to get up & put something small in my stomach.

[@marleebenn]

Intermittent fasting did not work for me in terms of weight loss. Because I was just eating the same amount of calories but in 8 hours, so maybe if I dropped one meal or something it would work.

[@marebear09]

Yeah. It worked for me to lose while I was fasting, but when I wasn't fasting, I would just gain all the weight back. I still do 16/8, but now I am focusing on filling up on foods that are under 600 calories/lb. It is slowly working, and I know I can stick with it because what I am eating is satisfying.

[@mariondapsance7803]

Thank you Jennifer. I am French and as you know we have dinner at 8 or 8:30 pm. I like skipping this dinner to do fast, but then the family dinner is not a family dinner anymore. Have you experienced this tension between your fasting goals and family life?

[@MsBackstager]

I can generally tell my weight by how tight my waistband is even though I only go up and down about 4 lbs.

[@cynthiaarcher4051]

Thank you for sharing your journey. I like to use LMNT, does it matter when you drink it. How do you add it into your routine, can I drink it after dinner?

[@monicarose2135]

I do; it helps me sleep & stay hydrated at night

[@YOLONOW5280]

Do you portion control or weigh food? Thank you 🙏🏽 for the inspiration

[@JenniferVanMatreMissouriUSA]

I lost weight but I’ve gained some back..I need to reset. My downfall is evening..I’m a night owl and I have a nightcap to wind down. Which then leads to a little savory snack and desert.

[@AliciasPage]

I've done healthy keto for almost a year plus IF, and I'm stuck at 135 lbs for almost 4 months. I'm not sure how to break this plateau. Would be my dream to get to 116 lbs as I'm at the same height. Did you experience hair loss? I noticed quite a bit of hair loss in the last few months. Nothing changed in my diet or lifestyle. So weird...

[@lindadupuis1531]

Jennifer, do you think LMNT helped curb your cravings for sweets? I did IF 16/8 and lost 25 pounds and started to plateau. I started exercising and gained 5 pounds. I’m also a lot hungrier and craving carbs. Let us know how you feel with increasing your workouts. Great video.

[@jessicam8346]

How do you do meals with your family with fasting, as I think meals together are really important. Also, did you start fasting while breastfeeding, or did you wait until after? Any risks with IF and breastfeeding (my child is 2 so I'm not his sole source of nutrition, but he still nurses.)

[@ChannelKBT]

Do I understand this correctly? You kept the cream in your coffee for the first year and then in year two, eliminated it?

[@katherinehenry1480]

I wish I could do the early dinner! I get home from work around 6:30 and then cook dinner, so dinner is between 7&8.

[@tonyawalker8671]

I loved this video! Thank you! I learned a lot 💕

[@21972012145525]

Thank you Jennifer, was weight-ing for this video! 😅 For me, if was strictly about weight loss. To call it IF was a stretch, it was mostly me skipping meals and strictly portion control. I tried to eat every three hours, but limited myself to one item. The result was reduced appetite, reduced obsession with food. However, i lost nearly all my hair and became nutrient deficient (low iron, zinc, amd vit d). Interestingly, i lost the weight slowly and healthily, as it took me about 1.5 years to two years to go from 170ish to my lowest measured weight 124. I am about 5'6-7". Thats why i didnt tie it right away to the hair loss. At 124, i was not happy mentally, mostly because my hair loss was very extreme. Besides the hair loss, i was happy with how thin i had gotten. I actually enjoyed the feeling of hunger though, but i imagine my resting metabolic rate reduced. Due to concerns, i started eating/drinking again. In less than six months, im back at 150 (last measured). However, it is mostly tummy fat and i suspect due to increased sugary beverages (i got a drink subscription with unlimited drinks). Unfortunately my appetite and obsession with food is back. Again, im not happy at 150 and think 130 is a good weight to aim for. I am starting Ramadan next week and hope that will help me come back down. Also, im going to try to incorporate physical activity (something i did not do previously), and take a multivitamin to prevent hair loss and nutrient deficiency

[@21972012145525]

My drink 6 month subscription ends in April. I'm going to take a three month break and reevaluate then if the savings is worth it for me or not based on my health. I definitely will not do a six month membership but more conservative at three months

[@dorismawyer7288]

I started IF (16:8) 10 days ago. Had tried and failed a few times, but this time it's going smoothly. I want to eliminate visceral fat and slim down, but I have not lost an ounce yet. How long does it usually take to begin to see changes?

[@CarisaRae]

I think we are all different metabolically