What is 12:12 Intermittent Fasting?
12:12 fasting is the perfect starting point for intermittent fasting beginners. You fast for 12 hours and have a 12-hour eating window. For most people, this means finishing dinner by 8 PM and having breakfast at 8 AM.
How It Works
This protocol leverages your natural overnight fast. By simply extending your after-dinner fast until breakfast, you can experience the benefits of fasting without major lifestyle changes. Your body enters a mild fasting state during sleep.
Benefits
Enhanced Fat Burning
Your body shifts to burning stored fat for energy during the fasting window.
Mental Clarity
Many people report improved focus and cognitive function while fasting.
Stable Energy
Avoid energy crashes by training your body to use fat for fuel.
Cellular Renewal
Extended fasting triggers autophagy, your body's natural cellular cleanup process.
Who Should Try This?
Perfect for fasting beginners, people with busy social schedules, those who can't skip breakfast, and anyone wanting to start slowly and build up to longer fasts.
⚠️ Important
Consult with a healthcare provider before starting any fasting protocol, especially if you have diabetes, are pregnant, or have a history of eating disorders.
Sample Schedule
8 PM: Finish dinner → Sleep → 8 AM: Break fast with breakfast. It's that simple! No meals skipped, just mindful timing.
Tips for Success
💡 Tips for Success
- Stay hydrated! Drink plenty of water, black coffee, or unsweetened tea during your fast.
- Start gradually. If 16:8 feels too hard, begin with 12:12 and work your way up.
- Break your fast with nutritious foods, not junk food. Your body deserves quality fuel.
- Listen to your body. If you feel unwell, it's okay to break your fast early.
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