Can the Warrior Diet Help You Lose Weight?
The warrior diet, a unique intermittent fasting approach, has gained popularity for its promise of rapid weight loss and improved metabolic health. This diet features a 20-hour fast followed by a 4-hour eating window. During the fasting period, only light snacks and water are permitted, with the eating time designated for a large, nutrient-dense meal. This intensive eating habit can boost energy levels, improve cognitive function, and optimise body composition. However, knowing the potential side effects is also equally important before including this diet in your daily regimen.
What is the warrior diet? This style of eating is based on the habits of ancient warriors, who ate little during the day and feasted at night. Ori Hofmekler, a former member of the Israeli Special Forces, developed the diet in 2001. “This type of diet is classified under intermittent fasting, which refers to eating habits that include periods of lower calorie consumption over a set duration of time,” says nutritionist Alisha Jeswani. According to its maker, it aims to improve the way we eat, feel, perform, and look by stressing the body through reduced food intake, prompting survival instincts.
Excerpted from Health Shots
