Why Summer Is the Perfect Time to Try Intermittent Fasting

Summer is full of picnics, barbecues, vacations, and let’s be honest, a few indulgences. But it’s also the ideal season to reset with something simple and sustainable: intermittent fasting. Watch as Luisa shares tips about intermittent fasting with WFMZ’s Eve Russo and Sara Madonna.

 
 

Intermittent fasting is not about starving yourself, it’s about creating gentle rhythms between eating and fasting that give your body time to rest and repair. Roughly 8 hours after your last meal, insulin levels drop, and your body begins burning stored fat for clean energy.

Here are a few key benefits of fasting:

  • Boosts energy and mental clarity

  • Supports weight management by lowering insulin and promoting fat burning

  • Gives your digestive system a break, helping reduce bloating

Fasting is flexible. Choose a window that fits your schedule. Some prefer a 16:8 approach (eating from 10am to 6pm), while others go shorter with a 6-hour window (like 12pm to 6pm). You’re not locked in. If you skip a fast while traveling or at a social event, just pick it back up the next day.

Need a little something during your fast? Try:

  • Water or water with a lime wedge

  • Apple cider vinegar spritzer (ACV + sparkling water)

  • Black coffee or green tea (no sugar or milk)

  • Bulletproof coffee (coffee blended with coconut oil or butter)

  • Bone broth or even a small sip of pickle juice for electrolytes

These options help curb hunger and keep you hydrated—without spiking blood sugar or interrupting the fat-burning process.

The best part? Intermittent fasting works with your life, not against it. It’s not about perfection. It’s about building a daily rhythm that leaves you feeling lighter, more energized, and more in control—even during summer fun.

So go ahead—savor the BBQs, enjoy the picnics, and make memories. With intermittent fasting, you can enjoy it all—without the guilt.

Luisa Szakacs