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Intermittent Fasting May Harm Women's Hormonal Health

1/27/2026

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Caroline Lalier states that intermittent fasting may not suit all women, particularly during reproductive years.
She advises against intense fasting during this period and recommends regular meals rich in protein, healthy fats, and complex carbohydrates to maintain hormonal balance.
Lalier notes that much fasting research is male-focused, neglecting women's unique physiological responses to food intake and stress.
Unpredictable eating patterns disrupt hormonal signaling, which affects mood and menstrual cycles.

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Caroline Lalier states that intermittent fasting may not suit all women, particularly during reproductive years.
She advises against intense fasting during this period and recommends regular meals rich in protein, healthy fats, and complex carbohydrates to maintain hormonal balance.
Lalier notes that much fasting research is male-focused, neglecting women's unique physiological responses to food intake and stress.
Unpredictable eating patterns disrupt hormonal signaling, which affects mood and menstrual cycles.