What is 24-Hour Fast (Eat-Stop-Eat)?
The 24-hour fast, also known as Eat-Stop-Eat, involves fasting for a complete day, typically done once or twice per week. You eat dinner one day and don't eat again until dinner the next day.
How It Works
A full 24-hour fast allows your body to fully deplete glycogen stores and shift to fat metabolism. Autophagy is significantly activated, and insulin sensitivity improves substantially. Most people do this 1-2 times per week.
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?
Those seeking periodic deep fasting benefits, people who want flexibility in daily eating, experienced fasters looking to accelerate results, and individuals comfortable with occasional hunger.
⚠️ 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
Monday 7 PM: Finish dinner → Fast all Tuesday (water, coffee, tea only) → Tuesday 7 PM: Break fast with dinner.
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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