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However, a new study has found that this eating pattern can lead to dangerous side effects.
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Those behind the study discovered that intermittent fasting was significantly associated withdisordered eating behaviors.
However, restricting our intake can lead to other extreme eating behaviors.
Ignoring hunger can cause hunger to build, resulting in overeating and binge eating.
These behaviors can also trigger compensatory behaviors such as over-exercise or vomiting."
Curnutte also notes that “those with a history of an eating disordershould never intermittent fastunder any circumstance.”
Additionally, “those who feel they have a tricky relationship with food should avoid this as well.”
For others who are interested in intermittent fasting, Curnutte says, “Our bodies naturally fast overnight.
When giving yourself an overnight food break, our bodies will see these fasting benefits.
