Fasting Calculator: Track Your Intermittent Fasting Window
Fasting Results
Fasting Start:
Target End Time:
Time Remaining:
Current Status:
About Intermittent Fasting and Fasting Benefits
Fasting is the practice of abstaining from food for specific periods. This fasting calculator helps you track your intermittent fasting window based on when you last ate, making it easier to follow popular fasting methods like 16:8 or 18:6 fasting.
Common Fasting Methods:
- 12:12 Fasting - 12 hours fasting, 12 hours eating window (good for beginners)
- 16:8 Intermittent Fasting - 16 hours fasting, 8 hours eating window (most popular method for weight loss)
- 18:6 Fasting - 18 hours fasting, 6 hours eating window (more advanced intermittent fasting)
- 24-hour Fast - Full day fasting (dinner to dinner or lunch to lunch)
- 36-hour Fast - Extended fasting with potential autophagy benefits
- 48-72 Hour Fasts - Prolonged fasting for deeper autophagy and cellular repair
Scientific Benefits of Fasting:
- Weight Loss: Promotes fat burning and may boost metabolism
- Insulin Sensitivity: Can improve blood sugar control and reduce diabetes risk
- Cellular Repair: Triggers autophagy - the body's cellular cleanup process
- Heart Health: May improve blood pressure, cholesterol, and inflammation markers
- Brain Function: Could enhance brain health and protect against neurodegenerative diseases
- Longevity: Some studies suggest fasting may extend lifespan
Important Fasting Safety Information:
While fasting has many potential benefits, it may not be suitable for everyone. Consult with a healthcare professional before beginning any fasting regimen, especially if you have medical conditions (like diabetes), are pregnant, take medications, or have a history of eating disorders. Always listen to your body and stay hydrated during fasting periods.