Getting through the day without feeling sluggish or tired is something that many people struggle with, and it can have negative impacts when it comes to your work, diet and mental health.
The expert, who is famed for popularising the 5:2 diet, frequently posts helpful health tips on the Fast 800 Instagram page which people can take note of in order to live a healthier life. Recently, a post was made focusing on energy levels, and how you can combat feeling tired during the day. If you're on a diet or weight loss journey, you may be keen to avoid any sugary snacks or excess caffeine, which is why he recommends different tactics for increasing your energy levels.
The Instagram post reads: "You might expect to feel tired and lethargic if you haven't eaten for 12 hours, or you only ate 800 calories the day before, but intermittent fasting trips your body over into fat burning mode and fat is a highly efficient fuel for your body and brain.As well as intermittent fasting, Michael also recommends eating a Mediterranean-style diet if you want to see improved energy levels.