Rotarians John Kirby and President-Elect Ronald Kahn presented a talk on the risks and benefits of intermittent fasting at our Wednesday meeting.
Intermittent fasting is a dietary pattern that cycles between periods of eating and fasting. There are many ways to do intermittent fasting, but the most common methods involve fasting for 16 hours and eating during an 8-hour window.
There is some evidence that intermittent fasting can help with weight loss, improve blood sugar control, and reduce the risk of chronic diseases. However, some risks are associated with intermittent fasting, such as fatigue, hunger, and electrolyte imbalances.
John and Ron shared their experiences with intermittent fasting and answered questions. Several of the audience members expressed interest in learning more about intermittent fasting, and the speakers put them on an email mailing list to provide more information and possibly start a Zoom support group.
