"5+2 fasting" is not for everyone

Spring is approaching, are you worrying about the weight you gain in winter? Deng Yuhong, chief physician of the Nutrition Department of the Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, said that people who are busy with work and have little time to exercise may wish to try a simple weight loss method under the guidance of a nutritionist - "5+2 light fasting"

Deng Yuhong introduced that light fasting is not fasting or dieting

So, what should you do if you choose to eat less food two days a week? Deng Yuhong believes that food should be diversified

On non-fasting days, do not overeat, and limit the intake of high-calorie, high-fat, and high-sugar foods

Deng Yuhong reminded that the light fasting mode is not suitable for some special groups, including pregnant women, lactating women, women preparing for pregnancy, women with a history of menstrual disorders, diabetic patients, people with a history of low blood pressure, minors, and the elderly over 65 years old , those who are underweight, those with eating disorders (such as binge eating disorder, anorexia) and patients with gastrointestinal diseases

First, pay attention to adding water, and supplement multivitamins, protein, etc.

Second, if there are symptoms of hypoglycemia such as dizziness, cold sweats, and limb tremors, it is necessary to immediately add sugar (sweetened beverages, candies, etc.

Third, don't over-diet

(Weng Shuxian)

"China Food News" (06 edition on March 03, 2022)

(Editor-in-charge: Qu Yuening)