Dietary Patterns
The secrets to intermittent fasting: psychological techniques and behavioral management
Successful intermittent fasting requires mastering several secrets: regularly measuring BMI and weight, seeking support from friends or partners, and preparing food in advance for fasting days. When cravings strike, try to distract yourself for 15 minutes. Treat food as a friend, not an enemy, drink plenty of water, and remain flexible with your plan.
2026-06-01
Intermittent fasting: A globally popular weight loss and detoxification therapy
Intermittent fasting, a globally popular weight loss and detoxification method, allows overworked internal organs to rest, eliminating toxins and achieving effects such as weight loss, enhanced immunity, and delayed aging. It can fundamentally change your life experience, bringing physical and mental freedom, and is a path to health and longevity.
2026-05-31
A list of green ingredients for the keto diet based on your biological clock: all-you-can-eat vegetables and oils.
This article lists the green list of foods for the "Biological Clock-Ketogenic Diet," including various leafy green vegetables, healthy oils, permitted beverages, and condiments. These foods can be eaten "all you can," without strict portion control, and form the basis of the ketogenic diet.
2026-05-30
Women's Intermittent Fasting Diet Plan: Week 5 Detailed Menu
This article provides the complete recipes for the fifth week of the women's intermittent fasting program. Day 1 of week 5 includes fried milk sticks, garden salad, and soybean and cilantro soup; Day 2 includes tomato and spinach, baby corn and pea salad, and boiled shrimp. Each dish includes calorie information (if applicable) and detailed instructions.
2026-05-22
Take this quiz to see if intermittent fasting is right for you, and make it a lifestyle choice.
This article uses a 15-question self-assessment questionnaire to help readers determine if they are suitable for and need intermittent fasting. It also explains how to integrate intermittent fasting into daily life, including making the plan public, finding partners, and understanding hunger properly, emphasizing that sticking to intermittent fasting is easier than you might imagine.
2026-05-21
Intermittent fasting for weight loss: Detailed explanation of alternate-day fasting and the 5:2 intermittent fasting method
Intermittent fasting includes four main types: alternate-day fasting (consuming 25%-50% of your normal energy intake one day), the 5:2 intermittent fasting method (consuming 500-600 kcal two days a week), the 2-5 day fruit and vegetable juice fasting method per month, and the 16:8 day fasting method (eating for 8 hours each day). Compared to traditional dieting, intermittent fasting is easier...
2026-05-20
Detailed Explanation of Low-GI Diets and Common Weight Control Meal Plans
This article explains the principles of low-GI diets for blood sugar control and weight loss, and details the suitable populations and precautions for various diet plans, including energy-restricted balanced diets, low-energy diets, very low-energy diets, intermittent fasting, high-protein diets, meal replacements, low-carb diets, Mediterranean diets, and DASH diets.
2026-05-08
5. Diet plans and specific treatments for moderate to severe obesity
This chapter provides more stringent dietary control plans for patients with moderate to severe obesity, including calculations of daily calorie intake, specific implementation methods for short-term and intermittent fasting therapy, and recipes. It also emphasizes precautions during the dieting process, such as planning three meals a day and changing unhealthy habits.
2026-05-01
Women's Intermittent Fasting Week 10 Meal Plan and Appendix: Common Food Calorie Chart (Part 1)
This article provides the recipes for Week 10 (almond milk, blanched lettuce, minced meat stewed tofu, steamed lotus root cakes, spring colors, and vegetable salad), followed by the appendix section, which lists the calorie tables of common foods, starting with partial data for grains, vegetables, and fruits.
2026-04-29
Seven principles of intermittent fasting for men and their top 10 essential nutrients
This article is specifically designed for men's intermittent fasting program: Pre-fasting one day in advance, two fixed days per week, calorie intake limited to 600 kcal, low salt and low oil, no more than 1500 kcal on non-fasting days, gradual reintroduction of food, and regular treats. It also lists the top 10 essential nutrients for men (protein, fat, vitamins A, C, B1, B2, D, calcium,...
2026-04-28
Week 7 Diet Porridge Recipe: Ginseng, Poria, Celery, and Shiitake Mushroom Porridge
Week seven is the final two weeks of the weight loss plan. Your diet should gradually return to normal, but you must maintain good habits. This article provides three weight loss porridge recipes for Monday through Wednesday: Ginseng and Poria Cocos Porridge to regulate qi deficiency and replenish qi; Celery and Mushroom Porridge to cleanse the intestines, remove fat, and accelerate bowel...
2026-04-27
Intermittent fasting combined with whole grains scientifically increases chewing and promotes satiety.
This article introduces a weight loss strategy that combines the 5:2 intermittent fasting method with whole grain porridge, which is both safe and easy to stick to. It also explains from a physiological perspective why whole grains can help with weight loss: increasing chewing stimulates the satiety center and promotes the secretion of digestive enzymes, thus naturally reducing food intake....
2026-04-26
Part 3: The Truth About Intermittent Snacking and Weight Loss During Breastfeeding
Skipping food after noon lacks nutritional basis and can easily lead to malnutrition. The breastfeeding period is actually a golden period for weight loss; a balanced diet and breastfeeding can effectively reduce fat, and there's no need to worry about the baby going hungry.
2026-04-25
The Dieting Dilemma: The Truth Behind the Low-Sugar vs. Low-Fat Debate
This chapter focuses on the prevalent phenomenon of dieting culture, analyzing the long-standing debate surrounding low-sugar and low-fat diets. By reviewing scientific research, the author argues that any restrictive diet is unlikely to produce lasting results. The real "secret" to dieting lies in limiting the variety of food choices, thereby reducing total intake.
2026-04-23
Obese people lose weight more slowly: the principle of honest weight loss
This chapter points out that the more obese a person is, the more difficult it is to lose weight because of abnormal fat cell function. Rapid weight loss primarily results in the loss of water and muscle. Honest weight loss books should state "no more than 0.5 kg per week." It emphasizes that gradual changes in metabolism are the key to long-term success.
2026-04-22
The side effects of dieting and the failure of Allison.
This chapter, through the case of Allison, details the side effects of dieting, such as guilt, frustration, and weight rebound. It also discusses common misconceptions about weight loss, including the risks and limitations of methods like diet pills and surgery. The article points out that both genes and environment determine weight, and that simple dieting cannot counteract the evolutionary...
2026-04-19
Why does the right diet help with weight loss? The importance of dinner.
This article explains why a proper diet is crucial for weight loss. Dieting leads to muscle loss and a decrease in basal metabolic rate. A diet high in protein, moderate in carbohydrates, and low in fat is recommended during weight loss. The article particularly emphasizes the importance of dinner, suggesting a varied and low-calorie diet, eating early and in small portions, chewing slowly,...
2026-04-17
Myth 7: You can lose weight just by dieting – Lessons from Somerville's citywide weight loss campaign
The "citywide weight loss campaign" in Somerville, Massachusetts, demonstrates that dieting alone is not a sustainable way to lose weight. The city successfully reduced children's weight through a combination of measures, including improving school lunches, encouraging walking and cycling, and offering smaller portions in restaurants. Diet and exercise must be combined: dieting leads to weight...
2026-04-10
Easy and efficient weight loss methods: slow eating, the habit of drinking soup at lunch, and classic beauty-conscious dieting strategies.
This article introduces several unique weight loss strategies proposed by the University of Pennsylvania and renowned beauty expert Helena Robbenstein. The core idea is that stable weight loss can be achieved by changing eating habits (such as drinking soup at lunch and chewing slowly) rather than completely altering the diet. The article details the principle behind the "aftereffect" of soup...
2026-04-07
Weight loss does not equal a shortened lifespan: Reflecting on why dieting is ineffective and the emotional roots of obesity.
This article points out that dieting often leads to nutritional deprivation and psychological distress, triggering a cycle of weight regain. By exploring the concept that "life is a feast," the article reveals that the real problem behind obesity is often an imbalance of inner emotions. Simply relying on calorie counting or magic pills cannot solve the weight problem at its root; only by...
2026-04-06