Why Intermittent Fasting Matters for Seniors (70+)

• ✅ Weight & Waistline: Even gentle time-restricted eating (like 12–14 hours overnight) has been shown to lower body weight, reduce belly fat, and shrink waist size without muscle loss.
• ✅ Lipid Control: Studies show improvements in LDL cholesterol and triglycerides, which support heart health as we age.
• ✅ Glucose Balance: Fasting windows improve blood sugar control and insulin sensitivity, helping guard against type 2 diabetes.
• ✅ Inflammation: Reduced markers of inflammation mean less stress on joints and better resilience against age-related illness.
• ✅ Autophagy (Cellular Renewal): While human studies are still developing, early data suggest that autophagy markers begin rising after 24–36 hours of fasting and strengthen with repeated fasting cycles. For seniors, even shorter daily fasts may gently nudge the same pathways.
• ✅ Simplicity & Safety: You don’t need extreme fasting. Start small (e.g., finish dinner at 6–7pm, eat breakfast at 8–9am) and let the body adjust.

🧾 Gentle Takeaway

“Small changes add up. By giving your body more hours without food, you encourage repair, renewal, and healthier aging — without complicated diets.”