Fasting days sound really crazy, I get that. But when prepared, they can be a great reset (see my original post on intermittent fasting here)- and with the right essentials, 500 calorie days don't have to be as painful! Here are my 6 "must haves" when planning for a fasting day: Fasting Day Essentials by newmansnest featuring OXO kate spade water bottle //wild sweet orange tea //pop-up vegetable steamer// blender // substantial salad cookbook // mug[...]
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Last week, I shared Intermittent Fasting with you. As my fasting day is usually on Wednesdays, I have decided to list each week what my menu will be. I am continually amazed at how different 500 calories can look- it's either 95% of a big mac, or a plethora of fruits and vegetables. I want to show how easy it is for the body to be satisfied on 500 calories for one day (or two, max) a week! Today's Menu Breakfast: Hard boiled egg (70 calories) Kiwi (42 calories) 2 cups French press ([...]
I want to share with you a weekly occurrence in our household- it's called a "500 (calorie) day". Fasting is an ancient tradition that has many health benefits, and with food available at every corner and in abundance (hello, supersize), it is good to at least consider giving your body a break from food. Don't start assuming we're all becoming anorexic- that is definitely not the case! Fasting doesn't have to mean giving up all food completely. On my fasting days, I still eat normal fo[...]