Thank you for this video! I started intermittent fasting 3 years ago, I was 165lbs, now I'm 127. I have to say I started rough, going straight to 16/8 and some days I would not eat anything. A little piece of my mind for people who have behavior problems concerning food: be careful. It's easy to get super motivated by the weight loss and stop eating. But remember: food is your fuel. You NEED it to live. Absolutely listen to your body during your fasting journey, don't think you've failed because you couldn't last those 16 hours. It's ok. Try again next time. Life is different everyday and sometimes we just can't last the whole fasting window. And sometimes you'll feel great and have a longer fasting window. Dont make it a burden on yourself. It's about you and the love you give yourself. The results for me are good weight-wise, however I have learnt several things along the way. I have chronic vertigo and migraines because I slimmed down too fast (the euphoria of losing the weight got the better of me). I was also not eating healthy at first. Just fasting. This works for a bit, but very quicly you will naturally turn to healthy food, why? Because you'll be starving. Junk food doesn't feed you, it fills you up with trash. And when you fast, you eliminate the trash in your body. Get it? It won't be pleasant haha. Anyway it's a long journey and it will help you better know yourself too. Very well worth it.

I just started fasting. I’m doing 18/6 but will change it up periodically. I need to lose 50 pounds. 😢 Thank you for mentioning that the Bible talks about fasting many times. ❤

Just lucked onto your channel yesterday. I love your channel. I'm 53 and started gaining weight the last couple years. Exercising and cutting back on food has not worked for me. I am definitely going to give intermittent fasting a try. Thanks for all the great info. I also love that you are a sister in Christ! ❤️

I've been doing it for just over a week and lost 4 pounds already. Cutting sugar as well but not changing much else so far. Feeling less bloated and less tired. Gonna keep going!!

This is amazing information. My wife and I have been doing this for a couple of weeks now. As healthcare workers, do you understand how we tend to take care of others and not ourselves. Our kids one is finally in college and one is a senior in high school and we’re finally finding the time in our 50s to take care of our self we are doing the 16/8 and after a couple weeks it’s getting much easier as you said. I really appreciate how you present things and your videos as I have watched other people and they don’t simplify things like you have. Thank you for taking the time to make your videos and the share your knowledge I especially appreciate the Biblical point of view.

Hello! I started with 15:9, then to 16:8 and now to 17:7. Love not feeling hungry with all the high quality proteins, fats and healthy fruits and land veg. In 1 month I am down 20lbs!!! Still have another 20lbs to go and this feels truly like a lifestyle not a “fad” diet! Thank you for your channel, love seeing what you eat!

I love that bread! It's so good and hearty. Will be having it with my tuna salad when I break my fast today...along with my dill pickle. I fast at least 16 hours, but sometimes 18, sometimes 20...just depends on when I actually feel hungry. I've been doing this for 6 weeks now. I've lost 8 lbs which may not feel like much to some, but the biggest difference to me is the edema is gone, and my clothes are feeling better. I had a choice, either I could buy new clothes and continue feeling bad, or I could again wear the clothes in my closet that were just waiting on me to do better. For me, I need my health back. Thank you for explaining this so easily. I've prayed about my weight and health, I truly believe God led me to Fasting. I'm feeling so much better, and am So Thankful for my answer to prayer. Thanks Sandy.

great tips ,ty I need to keep watching and learning.

So many original ideas and I love your clear demonstrations.

Thank you so much for showing what you eat on the perfect plate. A visual helps so much.

This is so timely. I've been looking into fasting. You broke it down so nicely. Thank you!

I’m so glad I found you. I’ve been debating on doing this for a while. He made total sense of everything. I can’t wait to put more videos out.!!

I appreciate how you post before and current photos with same too on so we can see the difference easier.

Thank you so much for this video! Maybe plz add all the recipes to the description box. I can’t wait for the bread video😀

This is my second video that I watch from Sandy. She is very good. Thanks Sandy.

Thank you so much for doing this video, I am trying to start fasting and wanting to do it the right way, your visual plates are great examples, thank you again

I can’t wait to see the next video. Thanks. I am hoping to start fasting

This was sooo good! Yes, please more videos on this subject.

Hey Sandy! You are inspiring me to do this intermittent fasting! I love how your videos are to the point and how you show healthy ideas for meals! Please keep the info coming!❤

Love Dr. Anthony! Great info, Sandy! Love how you used visual aids in giving examples of your daily nutrition. Very doable!

Great examples and suggestions!

I am so glad I found your channel. My sister in law did intermittent fasting and lost lots of weight. I didn't ask her about it. Because I figured it was going to be a lot of trouble. You made this sound easy. I'm going to start this tomorrow. Thank you so much for sharing.

I just found your channel and I’m very excited to start intermittent fasting. I’m doing the 16:8. Thank you for all the advice and encouragement.

This was a great video! I like that it was short and I liked the visuals.

I've been doing 20:4 since taking Dyann Parham's course in July of '22. Your video on the foods to eat during your feasting time is VERY helpful. Thanks for putting yourself out there and sharing your info. You look great!

Sandy I love the way you look in your before and after thumbnail, the result is so evident from your face alone. Your video just popped up on my screen and I am glad it did. I have been an ardent follower of Dr. Mindy Pelz and started my 16:8 journey. Looking forward to being healthy and fit this year and watching more of your videos. 🙂

This was super helpful and I'm excited about the video, what to break your fast with.

Stumbled on your channel. Can’t wait to get started. God bless 🙏

Yes fasting is a way to worship and feel closer to God. Thank you for sharing that ❤

I would love the “good bread” information and also the homemade recipe you use. I am just getting started and Thank you for the information you are sharing!

Can you do a video on your sourdough flatbread? I just found your channel a few weeks ago and love it. You are so good at explaining without boring us to death with facts!!! Thanks so much for sprinkling in the bible. ❤️

Great advice again Sandy! I'm doing 12 and 12 only because work gets in the way and I'm not home soon enough to have dinner any earlier. I lost 40 pounds last year, gained a few through the holidays, but getting back on track. Such a great feeling to wear clothes more comfortably

Thank you so much for all this information!!

Sooooo glad I found your channel !!! Time to binge watch

Just starting fasting, you are an inspiration to me. I like that I can eat regular food. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us. Looking forward to see what o can break my fast with. I am doing 16/8. So I have been breaking my fast with a large salad with protein, nuts, seeds, spinach, and other vegetables. Ranch dressing.

Thank you for showing us what you eat in a day. This has been very helpful for me. I eat 16/8. It is easy for me, but I needed more ideas. So glad that I found your videos.

Oh I’m so glad I found your videos! Terrific easy to understand information! It would be so great if you could link some of the recipes 😊

I love watching your videos! You have a way of keeping it simple, non-threatening and very wholesome. In a way, it's comforting listening to your advice and your testimony of what worked for you. I'm definitely excited to start, for myself, but also for my family! God Bless!

Love this!! I've just started to do IF...I'm doing 16 and 8 eating...it's really, really working!! I was having liver and gallbladder issues, not to mention weight issues after menopause...oh my goodness...I am so grateful to have found this new way of living and loving my life! The weight is coming off and I feel better each and every day! Yahooo!! Staying blessed and so grateful for all of your wonderful tips, healthy food choices and encouragement! Have an amazing weekend! Mia :)

Just stumbled upon your channel by chance. You have inspired me to try this as I really need to lose weight for health reasons . The comments from others who have succeeded give me hope that I too will be successful. Thank you!!

I am 75 and have some serious health issues, so I am doing the 12/12 Fast. It is working well, and I have given up all sugar type desserts. This began as a religious Fast, but after seeing your video, I decided to continue as you have shown. I really appreciate all you are sharing.

Thank you Sandy for sharing.will be starting intermittent.

I’ve been intermittent fasting since May 2022 and have lost 18lbs. I still have 10 to go and feel at a stand still. Watching your videos has helped me to re-evaluate and I realize some areas where I can improve. Thanks!

Would love the greek green bean and potato dish. Looks wonderful 😊 Thanks for sharing your tips and experiences

Another great video. Hope you have a wonderful day!!

Thank you for this video Sandy. I’m doing 16/8 however I find myself doing 18/6 because I’m not hungry. I can’t wait to see your video on what to break your fast with what foods.

This video was super helpful and informative and I love how you explain everything so simply and clearly. I would love if you followed this up with the video you suggested about the best way to break your fast. I've just recently started the 18:6 method. Thank you for sharing all your knowledge

Love your perfect plate ideas- more please!

Thank you so much for this meal video. I was just at my doctor this morning and she gave me the all clear to do this. I will be doing 16/8. Her only advice was not to start eating a lot of fat, just like you said, Looking forward to more great meal ideas and can't wait for the bread video. Until then, I will just be cutting out bread until I know what kind I should be eating. Thank you so much.

I have learned so much from you since I started watching. I didn't realize cream in the coffee would really pull things apart! Now as I enter Day 5 of strict IF, I feel great, I don't sneeze in the mornings when I get up, and I feel great! I am doing the 16:8 and my coffee cup is at the coffee pot at 9AM sharp! lol! I love how this is in the Bible, and the scriptures say "When you fast"... great point! Thank you and God bless you! xxoo Love, Jeanie

I'm doing 16:8. I just eat whatever I feel like when I break my fast. It's all healthy. However my first week I had a bowl of ice cream every night after supper. I lost 6 pounds my first week. I'm in my 2nd week now. I will start trying to make 1/2 my plate veg/fruit, but I won't be eating like you. Yours made me feel like a diet, you also mentioned portion control. Please don't be offended, you're the reason I finally decided to give this a try. The only bread I eat is home made sour dough. Sometimes a store bought tortilla and Hamburger Buns. I want to start making sour dough Buns too. Thank you for the help!

It’s wonderful to hear how fasting is in the Bible and incorporating Gods’ ways for us today. I fast 16:8 as well. I’m thinking I may want to go a bit longer fasting to get past my plateau.

I love these videos. God bless you💞

Wow! Fantastic videos! Can't wait to try this. :)

Every plated meal looks delicious. Thanks for the examples😀

I really appreciate all of the meal ideas! They all look delicious. I have been doing the 16:8. My mornings used to be slow, and I would take my time to graze through breakfast. Now I find my mornings to be incredibly productive, because I have to keep myself busy to keep myself from thinking about food. I do suffer from horrific bloating. By the end of the day, often times I look 6 months pregnant, not joking. I don't eat fermented foods or take probiotics. After watching this, this is something I am going to have to start doing because the bloating is what bothers me the most.

Thank you, I thought I was doing IF and couldn’t figure out why not an ounce dropped and now I know, I was adding flavours to water and cram to my coffee, I thought once no food was going in outside my fast window, I was doing it right…..and you just appeared this morning when I was scrolling and now I have had such an aha moment…..I’m ready now in my 56th year and properly ready with a whole new energy to do IF properly now thanks to you…. You have reenergised me with this correct information. ❤

I really have to say thank you. I have struggled all my life with weight first with throwing up but I was the perfect size but not healthy, to eat everything in sight. To exercise 4 plus hours a day. To every diet under the sun. Then babies 80 lbs needing to lose, it's been 21 yrs this weight has been on. Discouragement set in. Thyroid problems and stress. But now you where you spoke about the Bible. I thought this was going to be so hard but as someone who has a hate love relationship with food. It's easy not to eat. My problem is knowing what and when to eat. This video was so extremely helpful. Thank you so very much.. please consider a recipe in a link so we can copy and make. Also thank you for being an encouragement. I am 52 on Tuesday and I finally feel I am doing what God wants for my health.

just started fasting. I'm starting with the 17:7. Thanks for the tips and tricks

Thank you so much for sharing your journey with us . This was my first day of 16 hour fast and I ate 10-to 6pm . The only thing that was harder for me was giving up the whipped oat milk in my morning coffee. I had it black and I know I will get used to it . I know I can enjoy it that way once I break my fast but I like early morning coffee. I am doing this to take some wt of like you did . I cannot wait to see the results in a month or two .🎉🎉

Thank you for your video. It was awesome

Also can you give your recipe for the chicken? I’m just starting and I’m very nervous, but I’m very helpful and I enjoy watching you. You’re so encouraging and specially with your biblical words and thoughts this has really help me. Thank you.

Going to sound strange, but I like that you shop at Aldi! Meandering my way back into IF and taking care of me (so I can take care of others..nothing says tired like trying to draw water out of a dry well). Thank you, Sandy!

Hi Sandy, I accidentally stumbled upon your channel and just love it. I have taken some of your ideas about getting prepared for what may come in the future, thank you for those videos. also, am a regular faster and have lost about 30 lbs and am loving my new life. I do a vary of fasting hours and that works for my body. Today I am doing a much longer fast for health :) can you pls. post your recipe for your chicken and and your sourdough wrap? thank you :)

Can't wait for the what to eat to break your fast!!!

Great videos! I wonder if you can do one about your opinion on the "Air Fryer" Machine for cooking.

Thank you so much! Just found your Chanel and so appreciate the info. I need to lose at least 20 pounds

Hi Sandy! New subscriber here 😊. I love Intermittent Fasting been doing it on and off for a couple years! Range from Fasting 16-18 hrs. But looking for a community to stay accountable and motivate me to stay consistent. Thank you for the great content!

Looking forward to the bread recipe and where to purchase the ingredients; sourdough especially 😊

Unfortunately diabetics like myself can't have carbs even from a lot of the vegetables and fruits. But I'm very happy for you and this journey you are on to get healthy.

I working towards 16/8. I am holding off on my first meal until 11 and then my last meal at 6-6:30. I like the perfect plate concept and will look into that along with the Fit Mother Project a little further. Thank you for the information and I look forward to your future videos.

Thanks for your very informative videos. 👍 I like that the are all mostly around the 10 min. mark. You get to the point and give us the facts. How long did it take for you to reach your goal weight and would you also be willing to share your height and or weight as a guide for us. I'm not new to IF, have even done a few 5 day prolonged fasts (water only fasting) however still have picked up a couple tips from you along the way. Being in my 50's it so incredibly hard to maintain weight due to menopause. Thanks for the great videos!

You should write a cookbook or make multiple videos about what you eat. I struggle to come up with ideas and you seem to have really good ones!

We need recipe videos!! You are looking great keep up the good work.

Thank you I’m motivated 🥰🙏🏾💯just beginning 16:8🙏🏾💪🏿

Thank you so much so helpful love your videos keep up the good work 🙏🤗😘☘️🇮🇪🌹

I'm starting my fasting today and going for 15 hours fasting. It's so doable for me and my lifestyle. I'm 65 years old, 5'4" tall and was 121 lbs. Since the summer I've gained and now up to 133 lbs. Thinking my hormones need some tweaking so I'm stopping my estriol cream for 3 months and doing my progesterone cream 3 x daily instead of the 2 x daily. My HRT is bio identical. I exercise at home and the Florida weather gives me good seasonal options. This is my 3rd video I have watched of you today since finding you and I subscribed to your channel. I eat healthy and had to laugh when you commented about the 2 avocados 🥑 per day lol I love them and do eat them most days. Thanks for sharing your experiences with us. God's Blessings to you 🙏

Great info! Thank you! I look forward to the Q and A video, and what NOT to break a fast with... I drink coffee with heavy whipping cream and stevia first thing in the AM... is that bad?

would love your recipe on sour dough starter and your ideas on the best breads. Thank you so much

Thank you for the information. I would love to have some healthy bread recipes to make and also healthy breads to buy.

I’m so glad I found your channel! I just turned 50 yr old, and am discouraged with how my weight keeps changing and clothes feeling tighter. I have tried IF before and didn’t stick with it, but you have encouraged me to try again after hearing your results and giving helpful tips. Also, your sweater is such a beautiful color, it you could please tell me where you got it.

I just found you today and I really like your tips. I try to eat healthy but the snacking and sweets is my problem. I exercise everyday but Im still not happy with my body . Im 60 years old 120 lbs and 5 '2 and yes being short shows when I gain weight . I only need to loose 10 to 15 lbs .But I think its not so much about weight its more about feeling good about my body. I will start this tomorrow and I excited to start something new. Thank you so much!

I need to learn as much as I can about this. I know it's what God wants me to do!! Is there any other channel you recommend??

Just found your channel and you give great advice. Recent diabetic here and I’ve been doing intermittent fasting for almost a year because I’ve learned that every time I eat, insulin is released and for me, insulin is a fat storing hormone! I didn’t need 3 meals and 2 snacks every day. The only thing I don’t eat are starches and I have cut my carbs way down. Starches and carbs are not essential nutrients…having said that, I do enjoy a slice of cake on my birthday and chic-fil-a on occasions with my grand babies! Btw I went from 181 to 137 and I am not on any diabetic medication. I wish doctors would advise newly diagnosed type 2 diabetics to change their way of eating before throwing medication at them! Looking forward to your videos!

Thank you so much.

Your food looks delicious! 😋 I'm doing 16/8 during the week but on the weekends I usually do 20/4. Love my veggies too. 🥦🥔🥕🌽🍅 I like your perfect plate example. 👌

I do OMAD 4x a week and 3 days fasting. Started January 1, 2023. Carnivore is new to me. So far I’m liking it.

Good demo with plate

I am happy to have found your channel Sandy. I have always wanted to start the intermitting fasting and you have motivated me to start. I am over 50 and i have put on a bit of weight recently. I totally agree with the idea of fasting. I have cut out sugary snacks altogether and i feel lighter already. I also reduced the size of food portions as well. I love a bit of sauerkraut and kefir, wholesome foods. Can we have any treats once a week?.Love from Ireland.xx

Just found your channel! I’ll be 50 soon and really need to lose weight and want to be healthy! Im going to try the fasting! My problem is, I need recipes! I would love to have your green bean recipe! Also, if you’d make videos of just showing how to make the recipes, that would be so helpful for people like me, who don’t have a clue! 😂

I'm so glad I clicked on your videos about IF. You explained it so well, and I loved the perfect plates. My question... what does a person eat if they are a pickier eater? I don't think I'm super picky, but I don't like avocado, berries, and yogurt. Those seem to be very trendy, healthy foods lately. I don't think I'd enjoy my coffee without cream and sweetener. So I will cut it out completely until my eating window. I just turned 50 in Dec and have gained too much weight over the last 5 years. I have started walking daily since the new year. I need to lose weight, but I'm just focusing on forming a walking habit right now. I will add in the IF 18/6 now, too. Looking forward to more of your videos.

Thanks!

Please share some of your recipes, like your pizza dough and bread. I enjoy your videos🌷

You’re taking this channel to the next level…

I am new to your channel. I am currently fasting 16/8 and love the visuals you are giving. I always am looking for food ideas. Can you tell me some other ideas to breaking your fast?

I’m on day 4 of intermittent fasting and doing fine as far as being able to do 16/8 but I can only eat 2 meals, which yesterday I ended being done eating for the day by 3:00pm. I just could not eat again by 6:00 because I was still full so I didn’t eat again until this morning at 10:00, 18 hours later. I am working on figuring out how to eat heathy with my schedule being odd right now. Bacon and eggs for breakfast then soup and sandwich for lunch is probably not that healthy. No vegetables other than tomato soup! I will try to get this figured out. Thank you your videos. Very helpful!

We need that recipe for the Greek Green Beans and Potatoes!!! Tia

Great information on all your IF videos. I’m going to try it. I need to lose about 25 bs. On another note, I love your nails. Are they acrylic or gel? Nail tips? I love a French manicure. It’s so classy looking

Fasting in the Bible was for lots of reasons, but I don’t think any were to lose weight, but I appreciate this video. Very helpful. ❤

I so agree that the Bible told us about fasting and when the Bible tells us something it is for a specific “healthy” reason. We are learning more about autophagy, but it has been around forever. Dr. Jason Fung and Gin Stevens both talk about it. I eat what I want, mainly good but if I want a treat and am in my eating window…I eat it. 80/20 good eating. I fast 18/6 but sometimes I extend it and change my hours around all the time my main thing is that I fast 18 hours until I eat again. It is a lifestyle not a fad. Also maybe talk more about the “ clean fast” . I think some who it is not working for do not follow the clean fast. Great job to you for getting the good information out there on IF!