Are there any adverse effects of intermittent fasting?

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Time-restricted eating (TRE) is a form of intermittent fasting that offers a simplified approach to treating obesity in T1DM (type 1 diabetes mellitus). TRE typically involves restricting eating for six to ten hours per day, with water and medications allowed outside the eating window.

Intermittent fasting helps to control the release of glucose into the bloodstream, which can lead to reduced fasting blood sugar levels by limiting meal intake to specified times. In persons with type 2 diabetes, intermittent fasting has been proven to lower fasting glucose levels by 5.6 percent.

Although clinical trial findings are still very limited, evidence suggests that individuals with T1DM may safely undertake intermittent fasting with a limited risk of diabetic ketoacidosis or severe glycemic disturbances.

Like most restrictive diets, side effects include; but are not limited to hunger, headaches, fatigue, and mood disturbances. Here are our top tips for losing weight safely with T1D (type 1 diabetes).

1. Take a look at your insulin settings.

2. Eat a balanced diet that considers your needs, preferences, and intolerances.

3. Reduce your portion sizes.

4. Choose protein-rich foods. Lean meats such as chicken, fish, turkey, or eggs.

5. Low-fat dairy products such as milk, yogurt, and cheese or dairy substitutes.

6. Eat nuts and nut butter.

7. Beans and soy foods.

8. Avoid sugar, simple carbs, and processed foods.

9. Increase incidental activity and include resistance training.

10. Avoid behaviors that put your health at risk.

11. Take a professional healthcare team to help.

Kindly follow up if you have more concerns.

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