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Based on info and comments I've seen on the forums here (and more I looked up myself) I've decided to give the Intermittent fasting, 16:8, a try. I also base this decision on the the fact that my mealtimes and eating habits need to be more consistent.
So I started it today with my 8hr window being Noon-8pm. Skipping breakfast is not a problem for me because I am usually a late riser and typically don't eat before noon anyway. The problem time lies in the evening, after 8pm. Since I am a night owl, I habitually snack or eat again between 10:-12:00 so I naturally find myself drawn toward the kitchen before bed. Drinking a lot more water as substitute. I'm actually hoping to change my sleep cycle as well and eventually be on an earlier schedule.
AND...For the veggie lover or just those that want/need to add more tasty veggies to their diet, I have discovered a fabulous book. It is called, The Essential Vegetarian Cookbook.
Now no groans from the avid meat eaters. I am not a vegetarian, I can't stomach raw-stick-veggie snacks for more than a day and I eat some meat in nearly every meal, but I do love vegetables and this book has some of the best looking recipes I've seen. (AND it's not all weird ingredients that most people can't name let alone identify). I loved it so much I had to share it with you guys.
BTW Most of these recipes you can add a bit of lean meat in if you like and it will still be great ;-) Great with AND without.
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