What is 16:8 Intermittent Fasting?
16:8 intermittent fasting is the most widely practiced fasting method. You fast for 16 hours and eat all your meals within an 8-hour window. This usually means skipping breakfast or dinner.
How It Works
During the 16-hour fast, insulin levels drop significantly, allowing your body to access stored fat for energy. After 12+ hours, your body enters a deeper fasting state where fat burning accelerates and autophagy begins.
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?
Ideal for those who've tried 12:12 and want more benefits, people comfortable skipping breakfast, busy professionals who prefer fewer meals, and anyone looking for sustainable weight management.
⚠️ 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
Skip breakfast → 12 PM: First meal (lunch) → 3 PM: Snack → 7 PM: Dinner → 8 PM: Eating window closes → Fast until noon.
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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