Intermittent Fasting is Easy: Why Are You Making It Hard?

[@SixMilesToSupper]

Kayla has published over 150 topical videos about intermittent fasting on this channel. If you have a question about Intermittent Fasting for weight loss that you can't find the answer to, you can submit your question here: sixmilestosupper.com/ask/ and Kayla will work on making a video in response to it. If you need step by step courses and group coaching, go here: sixmilestosupper.com/courses - J.R.

[@nancy4752]

I think stop researching is one of your best tips for me. I have been struggling with information overload, too many differing opinions on what is the right diet. This has me flip-flopping on my strategies and never really getting anywhere, actually gaining weight instead. So I will implement this and i feel pretty confident that it will make a difference to my progress. Thank you

[@johngiger1150]

I nearly started a similar site as yours but I felt the backlash from "mainliners" would intimidate me into quitting. I noticed the comments below and realized that more folks have supported your endeavor than I thought possible. My story is one year of intermittent fasting without keto or firm diet has resulted in the weight loss I needed. In fact, my 22/2 schedule is perfect for me and I will continue it for the rest of my life. I only change the calories per day to either maintain or lose during a given timeframe. By the way, I'm 80 years old and feel much younger and have never worried about longevity only being my best and being capable of change. Thank you for your efforts !

[@clbellue]

You're amazing John! Thanks!

[@SixMilesToSupper]

John, thank you so much for sharing that! I needed to wait until I had gotten the weight off and maintained that for almost a year before I felt comfortable posting about it on youtube. I know had I shared my journey as it was ongoing I'd have probably let people derail me. I've gotta say, I've been shocked by how much positivity and how little negativity I've found in the comments section. I try to remember to focus on the positive, and quickly forget the negative. (: If you'd ever like to be interviewed as a success story, I'd love that! You can email me at [e-mail] Also, I've started a podcast, so if you'd feel comfortable only with audio, I can do that too. (:

[@ninahajj4695]

John Giger hi John, what’s 22/2 schedule?

[@johngiger1150]

@@ninahajj4695 Nina, there are many such schedules from 16/8 to One Meal a Day (OMAD). I started having three meals a day with 18/6 and gradually cut it down to an eating window of two hours from 3 to 5 in the afternoon. It works for me and only occasionally do I not have time to eat my 1200 to 1500 calories during that period. By the way, remaining flexible is the key I believe. The goal is to start fasting in the evening, sleep 7-8 hours and fast during the day until the eating window. You have to keep hydrated and supplement with vitamins and minerals, but I found it easy after about three days or so. By the way, the calories are made up of 60% fat, 20% carbs and 20% protein on my diet but can be arranged in many ways. Personally, I try to watch the carbs on the nutritional labels and eat less than 125 grams per day. I've maintained my weight by understanding that carbs are the problem and for me avoiding "white colored foods" i.e. sugar, bread, rice, and potatoes is the key. You might Google "Autophagy" or "Dr. Jason Fung" for an analysis of the methodology. Lastly, I have avoided "Ketosis" due to its complexity and side effects. I hope this helps. Good Luck

[@ninahajj4695]

John Giger Yes, very informative. Thank you for taking the time to educate me 🙏🏾

[@pmicha04]

I’m watching this 3 years later and it is soooo helpful. Thank you 🙏🏾

[@sidstovell2177]

Maintenance: 5'7"; 130lbs; 87 years old. 15:9.

[@traviswampler7529]

We got this 👍🏻

[@ruthrouchard6315]

Thanks to this channel I am now practicing OMAD and walking 3 miles a day. Thank GOD for someone real on the internet for a change.

[@SixMilesToSupper]

That's so great to hear! Welcome! - J.R.

[@bonnieirvin5793]

We are addicted to making things hard because we were told from an early age that nothing of value ever comes easy. You make intermittent fasting sound totally doable. I'm going to try it since I hate diet plans and everything else has failed. Thanks!

[@TSTink]

I needed to hear this. I have been driving myself crazy trying to figure this out and you just gave me permission to do it my way. Thank you💜

[@amymueller184]

Beautifully said in such an honest way. I'm a researcher and no one says, "stop the KZbin watching, even my channel". Love that you said that! Thanks for sharing your wisdom from lessons learned to make weight loss, or anything in life, more sustainable, successful, and crazily.... EASIER! :)

[@SixMilesToSupper]

Thank you for those kind words!

[@yannrahm1962]

I like how genuine she is - have watched 30 or so of her videos and is always full of nuggets of useful info. Much against her advice , hers besides Dr.Fung was the channel I watch on IF while I am doing this. I feel inspired watching her interviews with people who have lost weight through IF and are happy!! The most critical part of IF is the journey and it should make you happy - not just with the result, but the fullness of life that one is able to get to once they get on this journey. She always calls this out.

[@kunjikorans]

BE PATIENT.... Even a loss of 1-2 pounds per week is awesome. In fact slow weight loss = very very less LOOSE SKIN

[@h3llnite]

I started on a low carb, high fat regime. Found myself feeling better each passing day. IF became easy to fall into with this. Cutting back sugar was my main goal. And I’ve done this. So over a month of an intense (for me) Keto regime, I realised that with the amount of travel I do and work lunches, I had to work out a way I could still lose weight slowly and eat healthy. Welcome to the world of IF. I usually stop eating at 8pm until 12pm the next day. And this works for me. I’m not watching the scales. I’ve had eating disorders in the past and I’m mindful of becoming fixated on numbers. So I just monitor what clothes start to fit better and my general feeling of wellness. It’s true that so many people talk about losing over 50kg etc with Keto and IF. But that is their unique journey. My Journey is mine alone, so I need to listen to my own body.

[@SixMilesToSupper]

Thank you for sharing what's working for you! Listening to your own body is absolutely key!

[@ds755]

@@SixMilesToSupper Thank you for sharing how we tend to make things hard to prove we are working hard. It hit home on this subject and the rest of my life, eye opening. Thank you.

[@weeni001]

I like that, own your own journey.

[@gpmiranda873]

Wow wow wow. You vocalized my exact issue. I'm in desperate need of a low -info diet. I overload on info and become too overwhelmed to implement anything long enough to get ANYWHERE. I need to practice my consistency. I really needed to hear this, and THIS will be my last IF video I watch for awhile.

[@michellesweightlossjourney6599]

People need to turn their gadgets and tv off and go to bed by 10pm so they won't eat so much. I can IF easier simply by not eating after 7PM, going to bed by 9:30PM & eating my "breakfast" at 11AM the next day. That's an easy 16 hours of fasting. Do what works for you & stick with it.

[@marilynking4003]

Michelle's Weight Loss Journey - I didn't realize that last snack at night was messing me up so bad! When I found out why by watching an intermittent fasting video, I was happy to give up my night snack. I also do the 16 hrs.

[@RSS5311]

That’s exactly what I do. I went from 187 pounds to 157 pounds.

[@sheley3236]

Marilyn King if I was to do IF above in comment and eat breakfast at 11am is that it? When do I eat again? Do I stop at 7pm again?

[@michellesweightlossjourney6599]

@@sheley3236 Yep! You got it! Basically eating twice a day. Eating your 'Brunch' at 11 and then dinner 4 hours later. Your last meal should be 3 hours before bedtime.

[@sheley3236]

Michelle's Weight Loss Journey thank you! I’m new to this. I tried once before and I gave in. I’ve learned a lot from your videos. I’m a stay at home mom and there’s really nothing to do. I live out in the country and there’s nothing but fields all around me and a hwy. I think I’m going to try and walk around the fields some how and just keep busy

[@tolagbaja]

I think this is the best video I've watched so far! Thank you! I'll be starting IF tomorrow, 12 hour window to get me started! Thanks for handing me back my own power to control my journey! X

[@tiffanyc4802]

I am so glad I found your video! I am just starting out with IF and am beyond frustrated with all of the books and blogs and videos. It makes me not want to do it 😡 but after seeing this I am just going to follow my own advice and pace and see what works for me! I am on the 16:8 plan. Start at 11:30am and end at 7:30pm. Kitchen is closed after that. Thank you!

[@blueribbon816]

Thanks for this video, Kayla. You pulled together a lot of the concerns I've had floating around in my head. I have been OMAD since August, and have slowly and steadily lost 30 pounds. But I still eat carbs and have been beating myself up about it, even though I feel great, not deprived. I'm going to try hard to change my mindset and maintain patience as I hopefully lose another 20 pounds. OMAD is working for me-- that is the important thing!!! Merry Christmas!

[@SixMilesToSupper]

Merry Christmas, Melanie! That is awesome that you've already lost 30 pounds! Way to go! I'm so glad you're feeling great, and not feeling deprived. Thank you so much for sharing that. Sometimes people who eat carbs don't want to share that they're eating carbs, because they're afraid of the backlash, so I appreciate you being open about it. Keep going and stay patient. You'll get right where you want to be if you stay consistent.

[@Nyaraizim]

@Jesus isLord I also follow Fledge Fitness. The journey is long but God will see us thru.

[@peggysullivan5396]

Melanie Bruce what is OMAD

[@tomelimania]

@@peggysullivan5396 omad= one meal a day

[@FaithB4Food]

I love this video, and I needed it more than you know. I constantly compare my results to others on keto and intermittent fasting and feel always like I’m doing something wrong. There are 1000 KZbin or’s out there stating that their way is the best way. It’s easy to second-guess yourself. I love your channel because of your positive attitude or you don’t tear anyone’s ideas down. Today I am documenting an attempt at 24 hour fast. I have been having a lot of issues past the 18 hour mark because my blood sugar dropped dangerously low. Once a month I tried 24 hour fast and each time my blood sugar gets better and better. I started out with 12 hours then went to 13 then went to 14 so on and so forth. Currently I am comfortably fasting at 18 hours a day. I have stalled for the last six weeks.

[@SixMilesToSupper]

That is great. That's how I did it too: I pushed my window out very very very gradually. Just listen to your body and have patience. You're doing great!

[@Rapturehead_Riley]

One of the BEST videos I’ve EVER watched about the right mindset to approach with this!!! This is exactly the trap I’ve been falling into with regard to IF!

[@michaellane4762]

Finally! Someone who thinks the same as me about intermittent fasting. I adapted my routine to fit MY LIFE. I am up each day at 5:00 a.m. my first food is at 9:00 a.m and I don't eat after 5:00 p.m. On weekends I may go as long as 20 hrs. of fast if I feel like it or just stick with 16. I have been doing it for only about a week or so, but so far it fits me just fine. This is something I feel I could do the rest of my life

[@joannedunkerson7075]

I'm with you. I have my first food at 9 A.M. and don't eat after 5:00 P.M. It is working out just fine after trial and error for the first few weeks. I did have some sleepless nights when I got SO hungry but I fought it and it is going to work out fine now. This plan has given me a mental boost and I hope it works out for you. Cheers!

[@BigMikesAMan]

I watched one episode on Fledge Fitness ' channel about autophagy and immediately went into a 20 hour fast on July 10 2018. I've been fasting every single day since. I love it.

[@SixMilesToSupper]

Awesome!

[@manalkhalique4086]

What do u eaaaaaaaaaaaat

[@sanakhan2438]

Hey buddy, can you tell me what your meal looks like?!

[@OnlyBelieve1987]

Watch this again should be Platinum really great points i think one of your best videos out there

[@SixMilesToSupper]

Thanks Franco! It seems to have resonated with people!

[@beshaansamihalsaid6589]

I am watching this 3 years after you have published it and just at the point where I had decided to started intermittent fasting and you make a lot of sense thank you.

[@Kim-kj7zc]

Have been doing this for just over two weeks & have lost 11 pounds & change. Surprised at how well this works for me. Information overload is a totally true statement. No 2 "experts" have the same information so it can be confusing. You're right- Just keep it simple and it will work. And I use a fitbit charge 3 to help encourage me to move more & track my weight & sleep.

[@nehamahajan794]

Kim Morrison are you doing 16:8 ?

[@Kim-kj7zc]

@@nehamahajan794 Mostly doing that. Sometimes I'm just not hungry until the 19-20hr, or even longer. I'm eating smaller amounts (getting full faster). I cut out the sugar and eating low carb. 0-10 grams a day.

[@Kim-kj7zc]

@@nehamahajan794 I should clarify the low carb & no sugar is because my dr recommended it due to bloodwork results.

[@SixMilesToSupper]

Way to go on dropping 11 pounds already! Continue on the simple path! (: I hope you'll keep me updated on how it goes for you!

[@Kim-kj7zc]

@@SixMilesToSupper will do!

[@map8126]

“Snake juice” 1/2tsp of potassium 1/4 tsp salt 1/2 tsp baking soda and 1/4 scoop of Calm magnesium unflavored. Really cuts cravings and handles the appetite. Plus keeps everything flowing😊

[@rebeccab4695]

Genius!!!! .. this is so amazing because you really mentioned about doing something that is sustainable. I totally agree that when you get desperate to go for the quick fast fix... Which is not sustainable!! I may be the last person on this train but I'm hopping on! 🤣😂🙏

[@user-px3cd3lf8k]

This is one of your best videos. It help me over years. Thanks a lot

[@sanjaydhanuka9287]

You are absolutely absolutely absolutely correct and I totally agree with you. Thank you so much Kayla as you have just saved me from getting more confused by watching yet another video on IF. Too much info and too much confusion. I'm goin to keep it real simple and easy from now. Thanks once again God bless...

[@SixMilesToSupper]

You are so welcome! God bless you too!

[@006tasha]

I have just started intermittent fasting here in the UK. I have been watching all your broadcasts, what a love about them the most is your honesty so please don't change that. I started the OMAD approach my husband thinks I am crazy but supports my choice, the man is a scheduled eater lol. I found the first few days pretty easy going, I loved the fact there was no calorie counting , no syncs, no Marcos, just your choice in the evenings as to what you wanted to eat. Thank god I watched your video today, I was struggling with no milk in my tea seemed to help me stay full during the day. But then another site said no milk , so I stopped big mistake I found myself hungry . So guess what taking your advice Whatever gets me through the day lol. Many thanks don't change your approach.

[@clbellue]

Thank you! Yours is a very simple but powerful message. I over research everything which causes conflict and time wasting. Your advice to concentrate on oneself is a much more peaceful, deliberate way to go.

[@SixMilesToSupper]

Glad you found it helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@Dana_Bellamy]

I just wanted to take the time to thank you for your channel. I have been following you for months and have implemented a lot of the things you talk about. And I love that you don't just tell everyone to do exactly as you do, but encourage us to find something that works for us, and something that we would be able to do long term. You are a breath of fresh air and a woman of wisdom. Thanks again for your diligence to this channel. I will join your group on facebook too!

[@SixMilesToSupper]

Thank you, Dana! I hope you and your family are doing well.

[@hopskotchsquirrel9504]

This is one of the best videos on IF I needed to hear. So used to making things hard...my goodness, who could have thought it could be this simple.

[@willowapple]

I think a light bulb went off in my head... You just made me realize what I am doing wrong. I am going to take your advice and focus on myself. Thank you so much and God bless... ❤️❤️❤️

[@veronicasalas2666]

This is such a good video! Thank you so much 😊👍 I subbed a couple of days ago but after this video my research has stopped. Your the one. You will always get a thumbs up from me.

[@ZetaTsatsani]

Really loved your video, made sense. The other thing that has worked for me is the less I think about food, the more successful I am with IF. Also, limiting sugar, alcohol, white carbs helps in general, whether IF or not. I am also vegan and I may not lose weight just because of that, but since I stopped eating copious amounts of cheese, losing weight is easier with IF. Personally I like late dinners (around 10pm), so I've adjusted eating habits to accommodate that. Having 1 day/week off IF is also extremely valuable. The less we have to change our lives, the more successful we shall be

[@dickgori2623]

I think you hit the nail on the head. When you've been overweight for a long time, you find something easy like IF and go "There is no way I can lose all this weight with just that." then you overcomplicate it, and then you fail. I remember feeling such guilt back in the day in previous attempts "Oh, I can't have all this sugar!!" then I threw it away and regretted every cent spent on the food I used to love... do really great for like 2 weeks, then one night out with friends eating pizza and the whole "plan" falls on it's face. If you can't live with your fitness/diet plan the rest of your life, it's not worth doing.

[@raenettwilliams5897]

Thank You Kayla! I LOVE and needed this video. I have self sabotaged FOREVER! I love Intermittent fasting and have a long way to go but with your common sense advice I am in it for the long haul!

[@lisasovik572]

Excellent video and advice! The battle truly is in our mind. Consistency is key. Thank you 😊

[@SixMilesToSupper]

Yes indeed! Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching.

[@louisesteyn8064]

AT LAST! Thank you thank you! I am so sick of everything going fanatical! You just gave me new hope! And the will!

[@addictedstamper52]

I know it’s been about a year since you posted this, but it’s my first time watching it (just subscribed within the last 6 months). This really hit home....looking too much, researching way too much when I already know what to do. Thank you....this has helped a lot!

[@shefalibali1088]

Dear Kayla,the one thing I ❤️ about you is you're so REAL...Thanks for the motivation.My BMI is 27.1,and the scale is not showing much of a difference but m trying to be in 18:6or 16:8 windows,m a beginner,but m never stopping now..I just wanna get over eating junk at any time of the day.IF is changing my lifestyle and m loving it.

[@SixMilesToSupper]

Just keep with a plan that works and be patient. If you need additional help with intermittent fasting, check out her course Intermittent Fasting for Weight Loss 101 sixmilestosupper.com/courses or catch up with her live on this channel every Wednesday at 8 PM EST - J.R.

[@suegz139]

First video I watch for you, the topic got my attention. I hardly had weight issues over the years till the last few years (58 years now) I put on few kgs and finding it very hard to lose. Two years ago I tried a version of keto with IF (following mostly Dr Berg), but my cholesterol got worse and my Dr suggested Mediterranean diet. Though I usually am healthy and exercised I turned to have high cholesterol, which the Dr said could be family related. So now I find myself lost and in middle of nowhere, not knowing what is right. I somehow still follow IF since I find it easy, I stop after my last meal and eat the next day between 2 - 4 pm. In between I try to watch my carbs though not totally cut. But still can't lose even 1 kg and keep off, though I'm mostly looking to lose mostly 4 kgs. Will watch some of your videos in the hope of finding some inspiring tricks.

[@SixMilesToSupper]

I hope my videos are helpful. If you only have a little weight to lose (say less than 20 pounds), and you're at a normal BMI, I've found the weight comes off very slowly! (I lost my last 17 pounds at a rate of one third of one pound per week).

[@suegz139]

@keto cycler Thanks for your comment.

[@melindamcmahon5506]

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[@justinwolf7490]

I’m on day 2 of doing intermittent fasting and I already feel better. I’m trying to do 16 and 8 but am at like about 14 and 9 which seems to be ok but will keep trying do the best I can and not overdue it. I’m 6’2 260 lbs already lost 5 lbs. I’ve always worked out and had good willpower but I’ve been addicted to food too the more I work out the more I eat. This program is the first that I can actually seem to follow so far because the rules are so simple and the community here on KZbin is great and has been so helpful. Thank you guys and wish me luck!

[@richardkrug6855]

What helps me with IF? I do my fast from 10am to 6pm. I want to go to bed on an empty stomach because it's harder to fall asleep on a full stomach. Remembering this makes it easier for me to stop eating no later than 6pm because I want to have a good sleep. Then in the morning, I put myself into a state of gratitude knowing that I no longer believe I have to eat first thing in the morning, but rather, that I am free to immediately start getting things done that I need to do that day. Life is so much easier this way. Preparing food first thing in the morning is a hassle and a waste of time. I am not a slave to three meals a day; I am a free man. I love your suggestion to do an information fast. At some point a person just has to stop trying to dig deeper and just do it. The basics are pretty easy to understand, and too much information can be a distraction.

[@Dupi_Cogan]

Kayla, your advice on going info/research free is very timely for me. I am totally overthinking this at Month 7. I am faithfully OMAD but struggling with meal choices. Keto/anything/Carnivore/Carnivish/and on and on. 🤪

[@alanazarin7761]

Since Six Miles to Supper asked, I love your video. My tip to make IF easier is to eat the same thing every day when you break your fast, or a series of things in same sequence. Eat low-carb, healthy foods that you want to be sure not to miss eating, and keep it very routine so you don't get too creative and eat more calories or carbs than you intend. For me, it's peanut butter on celery and baby carrots with hummus every day around 5 pm, with a mug of green tea. And then following that, a short break and then half cup frozen blueberries with about 1/4 cup plain greek yogurt and a tablespoon of chia seeds. I have these for appetizers while I start cooking dinner and then I go on to eat whatever dinner I want an hour or so later, no real restrictions. But by breaking the fast with a low-carb snack sequence and never varying what that is, it takes the guesswork out of it and prevents me from just munching on whatever is around and losing track of what I eat, which can be an issue for me if I've gone all day without eating and get in a mindset that I have to "be sure to get enough to eat."

[@mercedezlucke-benedict1122]

Hello and it is October 2022 I am seeing this I love it because I am totally researching nonstop ex actually for nine weeks now but I love your videos and I never want to stop watching them they helped me so much I appreciate you

[@normalopez2856]

Today is my second day of intermittent fasting and I love it. I also have been making healthier meals for me. Drinking unsweet tea during fast and coffee.

[@youtoo2233]

I've been binge-watching your videos for a few hours now and it definitely is the best KZbin channel I have found on all this. I couldn't agree more about getting stressed out by all the different opinions of everyone saying do this and do that and this worked for me and that didn't work for me and on and on and on. But looking back all of those things gave me a lot of knowledge of do's and don'ts of what I need to personally do for best results.

[@henryhenry2752]

Great video, you make a lot of sense in this video. Life is a process, everyone has to figure out what works best for them. This is the first video of yours I've watched, I think I'll be on the lookout for more. Thanks.

[@SixMilesToSupper]

Thanks for the kind words, Henry! I usually do a couple of videos a week, including a live with a Q&A portion.

[@acts217now]

Very well said. This is good advice for believers too. It's really easy to follow Jesus and accept the good news, but we often think we have to do something difficult to gain salvation. Sometimes we have to ask ourselves, "Why are you making this so hard?"

[@cathyplantlover2862]

Low carb made IF fasting easier for me because my insulin was so low i wasnt hangry.....lol therefore id forget to eat, I wasnt focused or thinking about what i was going to eat at my next meal.

[@elaineworsfold2863]

Yes this is me too fasting on keto is sooo much easier you have lost the sugar crave demon

[@SixMilesToSupper]

That's great that you've found what works for you!

[@thinkoutsidethecanvas5608]

LOVE!!! Wow thank you SO MUCH!! I just started IF and I've been on 16:8 for 3 weeks. Today was the first day that I came to the end of my fast not STARVING lol. Your video was so wonderful to hear, I've been listening to a few nutritionists who have had some good advice, but some of their advice has caused me issues... Like calorie restrictions that have just made me sick, hungry and shaky all day. One of the things that has helped both my Mom and I A LOT is a glass of lemon water first thing every morning. It helps me with the hunger and I can push back my coffee until 11 so I can have it how I like it (with milk and sugar lol keto coffee almost made me barf).

[@djscra89]

i love coming back and watching these videos again, it really help to motivate me to stay with my fasting plan. Thank Kayla!

[@ermac714]

I literally just found your video. At first i thought u were full of it, but then it clicked. It all made sense. And ur right

[@Flo.B.]

I needed this video!! I happily do OMAD everyday, I enjoy it and it suits me. But then I started watching KZbin videos on why OMAD isn't enough, that you should be doing Keto as well, no carbs, to drink apple cider vinegar etc, etc. I then tired to do all that and ended up just been really miserable and because I found it hard doing keto and did not enjoy it at all, so i ended up giving it all up, even doing OMAD! I watched this video and realised, me doing my own thing (OMAD and eating all the carbs I want in that hour) was enough and I enjoyed it. So thank you! Xxx

[@henriettahenson]

Hi Kayla...well I know this will be to o much information...but I'm listening to this in the bathtub...I swear it's the only place I'm going get any peace to my self tonight ...even the 🐈 has come in the bathroom with me to avoid the chaos that is Christmas Eve. ...So this is one of the best tutorials you have done ...down to earth...I come from the old generation that thought if it wasn't hard work you never achieved anything ..I can here my father saying " hard work maketh the...Man ,"so as you say if it's easy your brain cannot process it in the same way ... I'm all for the easy way out these days @ that said I'm not sticking to IF through Christmas @ I don" t give a dam who knows it ...have a good one girl @ I will see you on the other side 😋😘😂

[@SixMilesToSupper]

I've said it before, and I'll say it again, your comments always just make my day! You should write a book. I'm so glad you enjoyed the video. I hope you've had a very merry Christmas and you have a happy new year!

[@Crazydoglady.]

EXCELLENT!! 👏👏👏 Information overload is a HUGE problem. 😣 I LOVE THIS!

[@SixMilesToSupper]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@lindariddle2276]

I watched other videos that made IF sound hard. When I found yours It made sense. I lost weight doing 16/8 but never knew that I was doing IF or anything special. It was just the only way to get my meals in at a reasonable time and not eat too much. I am using your tips to keep the weight off. I am trying to get to two meals a day. Weight loss has always been slow for me. I wanted a way to keep it off. Always before by the time I lost I was so at the end of my rope because I was pushing myself. I gained it back. I could no longer do it. Eating foods I hated. I am following your example and enjoy the supporting FB group. Thank you. You are so right.

[@SixMilesToSupper]

Thank you so much for sharing your experience, Linda. I can so relate to the being at the end of your rope by the end of the diet thing. I hope you enjoy the FB group!

[@jessicachipps2159]

You're talking to me! I'm perimenopause, slow thyroid, mom of 6....tried "everything". Omad is very very slow for me, but it is a downward trend. Guilty of over researching and making it difficult because I do say, This is easy, and slow, maybe if I made it harder I could lose the weight faster. Its especially hard when men talk about OMAD, the weight melts off of them. But like my husband keeps encouraging me, This is your year to get to the weight you've always wanted to be! I'm in for the long haul!

[@SixMilesToSupper]

Yes, this year is your year! Just give yourself permission to go slow. Slow is smooth, and smooth is fast!

[@LadiesofPurposeTV]

Hi Mama of 6👋🏻. I’m a homeschool mama to 6 and on the journey to shed 100 pounds....it’s been a long journey bc my baby is now 6 years old....so glad I found this channel today. Can’t wait to learn more about IF. Yesterday I didn’t eat until 2pm & stopped at 10:30pm. Only ate 1300 calories bc I do low carb, no sugar, no gluten & no lectins and after a month I’m feeling fabulous!!!!! I’ve lost 12 inches in my tummy 🙌🏼. But the thing that’s been annoying is scale isn’t going down. I’m praying it will soon. I also have been going to gym 2 times a week. Baby stepping it but loving my new routines and the benefits of no bloat is the best! We need to give ourselves grace in this journey. I’ve learned so much from when I did Keto 5 months last year...but when I added in gluten over the summer it bloated me so bad I looked 9 months pregnant😭. So a month ago I hit reset and was sick of it. So thankful I did! I pray I never go back to gluten & my old habits again.

[@lizU-i4j]

Thank you so much for your videos. I started IF at the beginning of this month and I have been tweeking it. Since my kids get back from school between 3 and 4pm and I am a night eater, I put my eating window at 3-9pm. I start making food at 3pm, so I have my own meal at 3 and then cook for others. That way, while they are in school, there are no foods in sight and I am also full while I’m cooking. My plan is to stop eating at 9 but sometimes I go beyond 9 cos of schedule problems. I plan to push it to btwn 4 and 10pm. But so far I’m enjoying it.

[@Stormy_Dawn]

I think so many of us can relate to this video. When we set out to take on something that is new ground we research like crazy, I'm definitely guilty of it as well. I, much like you, have simplified my daily routine...no more countless podcasts in the morning. I literally only watch a handful of IF & keto channels anymore & it's perfect. I'm crazy selective about the information I intake now, great channel!

[@SixMilesToSupper]

Thanks for sharing that Christina. I had to do the same thing with podcasts. I've trimmed down the list quite a bit. I now try to balance consuming content with creating my own things (writing, art, videos, podcasts, etc)>

[@Stormy_Dawn]

@@SixMilesToSupper as it should be! When you have a certain talent or knowledge it's great to get out there & share it with those who can also benefit from what you have to offer. Sharing of ourselves does so much more than people realize.

[@SixMilesToSupper]

Completely agree!

[@jillianguilford5191]

Thanks. I tend to be nauseous in the morning. So mostly, I've eaten 2 meals just to manage that. Maybe it is actually natural for my body to do well on 2 meals a day with a longer time between. I stopped eating candy a few weeks ago. That was a binge food for me - I'd just keep on eating it. I like the idea that I can ease my way into this. I am taking ACV + honey in h2o and also coconut oil twice a day to help with problems. One factor for me is varying times and degrees of pain which really mess up my sleep schedule. I basicly have none. I'm thinking if I give myself an 8 hour window to eat and fast for 16 hours - whenever it happens this will allow me to do this. I just have to note how many hours of fast and the time of day the eating window happens. Just roll with it.

[@chrisporter2769]

This is a fantastic video. Kayla is giving very sage advice. And it doesn't just apply to IF - it could be applied to so many aspects of life. IF will help you lose weight and if you want to stick to a diet during the eating window, IF WILL unlock the power of that diet. But make it easy and simple on yourself. Find what works for you within the IF framework. That's the key to longevity, and ultimately, permanent success.

[@alexdenton1073]

This is such good information I completely understand what you’re saying I have found myself many times and I’ve been doing intermittent fasting for the last couple of years

[@SixMilesToSupper]

Thanks for the kind comment Alex!

[@tonabug1]

Thank you so much for this video I have been on Keto for two weeks and I am so confused by what everyone is saying. I have been doing intermittent fasting and one person says to do this and another says to do that. After your video I think I am going to do it my way. I don’t have a lot of weight to lose but due to menopause I suddenly have belly fat ( driving me crazy). Thank you again

[@generalschwarzkopf5436]

Hi Kayla your plan of Omad and cheat day on Sunday got the scale moving down for me! Thanks so much! I do a 2mad on occasion. 🙏😁

[@maryhelen3]

That's brilliant.... when you said stop watching videos..... I have literally been watching intermittent fasting videos for the last 3 weeks solid 😂 I think I realise what I need to do now.... STOP WATCHING AND START ACTING. thanks for the kick up the ass... you just woke me up 😊

[@mwazanjimwenda6452]

Wow..thank u so so much for this video..I have been killing myself trying to stick to a low carb diet, literally counting hours till when I will eat next.i think giving our selves time and not expecting fast results is major.

[@Awaken218]

I needed this video so bad! I have been researching for so many years that I feel like my head is going to explode. I’m just going to do intermittent fasting and this is the last video. I am watching for a long time. And I am obsessed with watching videos like this. Thank you for permission.

[@jammers8013]

I’m doing an 18 hour fast on MWF and this is week two. Going well so far and it’s nice knowing I don’t have to rush to get breakfast for myself as well as the children on these days. Also I am finding I am not as hungry toward the end of my fast this week. Looking forward to increasing the days and hours as time progresses.

[@firerose7936]

Thanks! I finished your video, but I'm on a 14 day media fast starting now! 🤗

[@judithallen4630]

What a God send your channel has been finding it tonight!! I’m not even what they consider obese but I’ve put on some stomach fat and I’m small and so really want to lose this and for the first time in my life I’ve felt like IF could work (been tying unsustainable diets last couple years). But watching all the videos made it confusing for me!! Do I have to do Keto? How long a window? Are carbs really bad now? How do I get my calories in? Is my metabolism going to slow down? You have give me such an ease to start doing this the EASIEST WAY POSSIBLE. I was praying to Jesus to help me do this and IF is the only consistent thing I feel he is showing me :) thank you so much for being an answer to my prayers ❤️

[@didihansel8516]

I do one meal every three days and on the day I eat I never call it my "cheat" day. I always call it my treat day and keep it positive. I was doing OMAD with keto but I wasn't losing weight. So I just added a couple of days to my fasting window..72 hours.. and added the Snake juice like Cole Robinson said and it made it so much easier...but I also have my one cup of coffee...sometimes two cups with heavy cream cause it gets me through the morning. Dr. Jason Fung said it was okay to have coffee with cream as it doesn't break your fast. I think it works since I've lost 20 pounds in the last 2 months and I could not lose weight to save my life before even on keto omad. I don't over think it. I just do it. I eat whatever I want and when I'm done, I'm done.

[@SixMilesToSupper]

Interesting. Thanks for sharing what's working for you!

[@h3llnite]

Halfamish Hansel thanks for clarifying the cream in coffee because when I drink coffee with cream, I can go fo a lot longer without actual meals 🙏🏻

[@nimmajose3047]

Is it OK coffee with cream in the morning

[@h3llnite]

Nimma Jose I drink either black coffee or coffee with cream. Depends on how rigid you wish to be at the time.

[@nimmajose3047]

@@h3llnite thanks

[@cindyhughes4599]

Gosh I needed this. Totally appreciate the information overload , that is what I do and haven't been consistent in a while because of it. Great information.

[@weeni001]

Just" let it happen "as a friend of mine said to me years ago. And learning how to take a quiet stand when it comes to your eating. For example, saying things like"I'm full, can't eat anymore." I'm not ready to eat yet, thanks. Truly it is your own addiction that you are trying to conquer plus the push back from those you care about that can make it difficult. You do have to be strong and even willing to risk hurt feelings if you want to succeed.

[@SixMilesToSupper]

I think it's important for everyone to find that right balance. For me, there are times when it's more important to me to eat lunch with family or friends, even if that conflicts with OMAD. This approach has helped make intermittent fasting a sustainable way of life for me, for years now. (:

[@jeanettejacobs958]

I love the simplicity of the way that this worked for you! I have tried so many diets and I am really liking this! Thankyou...Im in!! 💜

[@kathyhall3009]

Thanks ! I have been doing intermittent fasting since September 2019 and yes I have been listening to everyone on internet wow but you gave so closure and now I be listening to you only thanks for making this much easier

[@mika6516]

How's it going Kathy Hall? I'm about to wrap up second week of 16/8 intermittent fasting and so far, so good

[@kathyhall3009]

It's going good so far. I had a few issues but nothing to extremely difficult. I like OMAD. It works for me. But with diabetes I must eat something. My blood sugar has come down a lot. Yeah.

[@meow-oh5pb]

Hey Kayla, I really enjoy your videos. You are down to earth and help ppl understand that you can relax in this venture of wt. loss and being patient is the goal to achieving long lasting results. I noticed as i travel this one meal a day journey, I have consistently improved my eating in general, much healthier now than at the beginning. I always have wanted to eat healthier, but it seemed sooooo veerrrrry hard, until the intermittent fasting. It seems to give me so much more willpower over my food choices. And i love that you are practical and do not treat your eating choices as if it is a religion, I see so many ppl acting like the way they eat has become their religion. i just want ppl to understand they can be healthier and there are plenty of us out here wiling to help them and not judge them. Sorry such a long message, thank you so much for the inspiration !!! I will be buying your book !!!

[@SixMilesToSupper]

Thank you!

[@joannagraybill5295]

Just found your channel. Been intermittent fasting for 1 year 5 months. Really happy with this method of health and weight loss. I'm also a girl who walks. Nothing like 6 miles but it's a fairly regular habit and your 6 miles a day gives me the push to do more.

[@clockerbell9717]

Your advice is the best I’ve heard. Thank you ❤

[@LexieMichelle]

100% truth!!! Omg I keep telling myself trust the process. Im blown every which way and then I just give up. Im sticking to this and not be overwhelmed with information. Thank you!

[@mitsubas-swagger-soda]

I think part of why we fail when we overcomplicate things is because it becomes a stressor. Stress then activates cortisol, and causes weight gain. I'm so glad you are the voice of reason for us overcomplicating, impatient overachiever types. 😂

[@SixMilesToSupper]

I'm glad I can be of service! I'm still learning that lesson in other areas of my life. Baby steps!

[@ticketyboo6435]

This is so true. I decide on a plan then I read and watch so much info on the plan that I start to get very confused with it all and give up. I’m going to take your advice Kayla and no more google or you tube. I’ve bought your book and I’m giving myself permission to go slow.

[@MF-xs2hv]

Kayla, you are so awesome! We know everyone is different and each person takes in info differently than the next person. For me, I am the opposite. Watching and reading a lot of I.F., keeps me focused on I.F. so I can loose. I LOVE watching your videos which help motivate me.

[@ladydonna37]

Thanks for making all the videos. My husband & I have recently started doing 16:8. We stop eating at 8 pm & start again at 12 pm/noon. So far it's not hard at all and hoping this will lead to weightloss. Rright now I'm just focusing on doing 16:8 but listening to your videos about omad, I am keeping that on a back burner as a 'maybe' in the future and only by gradually working up to it. Could you tell me what you eat for your one meal? Do you think you eat as many calories as you would if eating 2 meals a day? And do you aim to eat x amount of fresh veg & fruits or do you just eat whatever you want with no goal of eating x amount of 'healthier foods '. At this point, losing weight is the healthiest thing I could do for my body but I do desire to eat leafy greens & fresh fruits along with the rest. Thanks for your help.

[@davidglass1141]

New to the practise but not new to research research research. This is probably the best video I've seen that applies common sense thought. Think of intermittent fasting as a lifestyle and don't go too micro (detailed) in your food choices is what I took from this. Less macho and more intelligent in technique. Fasting is meant to give any number of health benefits but it's a good way to do basic calorie restriction. Days off occasionally to spook any slowing of metabolism. I'!i be watching more of these. Thank you!

[@kelofarrar]

Great video! Information paralysis is a real thing. Make an informed decision and just be consistent!!

[@bowersmack5212]

Ear til you’re full and stop when you’re not. The time between meals will get longer and longer and will lead you till Omad.

[@SixMilesToSupper]

Yup!

[@brg2743]

IF has been so good for me. I have hypothyroid and have not been on medicine for about three years. I cannot lose weight. I just started eating later in the morning sometime around 10-12 noon. Ate what I wanted. Stopped after supper. Lost 16 lbs. in six months. If I want more food, I eat more. If I feel deprived, I eat. No judgments. No criticism. No rules. No wonder people hate diets.

[@megantillman2824]

Thank you so much for providing such inspiration! I have lost 50 pounds by doing OMAD with keto. Most days I have kale and cabbage salad with some type of protein, some cheese, other veggies, and homemade vinaigrette. It has actually been very easy and I feel very good after this type of salad. The fast until the next day is also easy…but I didn’t want to give up pasta, potatoes, chocolate, etc forever. Anyways, I decided to have a free day yesterday and had some macaroni and cheese and a TJ’s peanut butter cup in addition to a half of a ribeye and some veggies. I thought I had really blown it. I ended up still having a very easy fast with no hunger and no additional cravings for carbs or sugar. And I still lost 0.2 pounds. I am feeling so much more confident that I can have tastes of treats without ruining my progress. 😀

[@Kloboshtok27]

I went for IF 8 weeks back , haven't felt better all over my life, I was losing weight slowly but was happy about it as mentally I feel great, was thinking to make it harder and try applying 36 hr or more till I found your channel! Yoir advice is so valuable , I turned to think now why u should do this , make it easy and it will not harm to lose weight in few more months other than losing it now as simply I want to be on IF for all my life with exceptions for sure , I am in my 30th and I feel I took the right decision for my health till I get old and die, I want my life journey to be healthy. Thank you for this advice , with love to you and your family and kids..

[@cfauria9171]

Thank you Kayla. I love how you break down IF in easy language. I subscribed to an IF online course in 2022 for $197 US dollars. it was 4 week program. It was great. Have you considered giving an online course?

[@mrmilonamaste]

Thanks for this video. I’m currently in the bubbles of research and need to just start. I’m going to take your advice and start small. And work my way up. Makes a lot of sense to lose weight over a longer time to form a habit. It took a long time to gain and should take some time to lose. Thanks.

[@tressakenna8328]

Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. I just started IF and I made the mistake of watching videos on it. You made the most sense.

[@martinhansen5317]

Low information diet - love it concept! Thank you for sharing 🙋🏻‍♂️

[@100foldreturn1]

For me and why I tend to make things more complicated with a lot of things in my life is that I think I need to be always making something happening. If the scale isn't moving fast enough for me then I get a little more aggressive with my diet. It mostly backfires because it's unsustainable. I then get frustrated too easily and quit altogether. I need to relax and tell myself that for instance, Omad will work if I just give it some time. Thanks for the videos!

[@marthaduran6010]

Ron Dineff I am the exact same way!! You’re right....we’ve got to be patient with ourselves! Patience is virtue! ☺️☺️ have a great day!

[@stevea8713]

You are correct. Flexibility depending on my weekly plan is the key. Avoids guilt and I have achieved a steady weight loss over a year but can still enjoy a few beers and a social life.

[@slimbirdy]

I 100% agree with making it easy on yourself. That's what my exercise program is about. Only 10 minutes a day because any more than that and I would hate it and not do it at all, so a little is better than none and my muscles are still building, so it's working. Not many people realise also that too much exercise actually stresses your body, raises cortisol, lowers your metabolism and makes it harder for you to lose weight - so there is no benefit to doing the hard stuff anyway!

[@SixMilesToSupper]

Good point about the cortisol! I've read that too.

[@madabathulaumamaheswararao3803]

EXCELLENT MESSAGE... The Intermittent fasting should be a joy, not curse. Easy methods and slower approach makes the plan work better and long standing.

[@celliehwyn]

So many great points! I turned to the OMAD way of eating because it simplifies my life schedule wise, it makes it so much EASIER on my day to day life. I like the idea of a cheat day on the weekends too! Awesome videos, I'm really enjoying your content!