What is 18:6 Intermittent Fasting?
18:6 fasting extends the fasting window to 18 hours with a compact 6-hour eating period. This provides more time in a fasted state for enhanced fat burning and autophagy benefits.
How It Works
With 18 hours of fasting, you spend more time in the fat-burning zone. Growth hormone levels increase, cellular repair accelerates, and your body becomes more metabolically flexible. Most people eat 2 meals during the eating window.
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?
Best suited for experienced 16:8 practitioners ready for more, those seeking accelerated results, people who naturally eat fewer meals, and individuals with fat loss goals.
⚠️ 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
Fast through morning → 1 PM: First meal → 4 PM: Second meal → 7 PM: Eating window closes → 18-hour fast begins.
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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