Is your fasting window helping your hormones — or making things worse?Intermittent fasting is everywhere — but is it always good for you? Many people fast without realising that stress hormones, especially cortisol, can make fasting backfire. Done right, it supports energy, weight management, and hormone balance. Done wrong, it can disrupt metabolism, fertility, and muscle building. In this episode, Yalda breaks down the science of fasting, revealing the optimal window for long-term health, why men and women respond differently, and how to avoid the hidden pitfalls of intermittent fasting.Follow Yalda on Instagram at @eatburnsleep and www.eatburnsleep.com.Share this episode with a friend who would find it helpful.Don’t miss future episodes — make sure to subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube.#eatburnsleeppodcast #intermittentfasting #hormones

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