Hunger by prescription: Experimenting with intermittent fasting

Instead of heading to the gym, the author decided to try a different approach to physical well-being this year: intermittent fasting. Specifically, he experimented with time-restricted eating, a method that involves consuming food only within a limited window each day. This practice was undertaken during the recent Lenten period, which also involved spiritual preparation and a reduction in indulgences.

The transition was not without its difficulties. The author's body, accustomed to a long-standing tradition of eating breakfast every morning, protested loudly. His digestive system, suddenly finding itself without its usual morning fare, expressed its displeasure through audible rumblings, questioning the absence of its favorite whole-grain granola with nuts.

Overcoming these initial challenges required significant self-control. The author had to consciously ignore the growling of his stomach and resist the urge to give in to his body's ingrained habits. He found that adhering to the schedule was somewhat easier on workdays, as the routine of daily tasks provided a distraction from the hunger pangs.