I’ve been practicing intermittent fasting for the past seven years and it’s been one of the biggest game changers for me. I’m joined by nurse practitioner and intermittent fasting expert Cynthia Thurlow, and we get into how this method helps you maintain your energy, indulge in fewer cravings, and lower your blood glucose levels. Cynthia shares what inspired her to write her book, Intermittent Fasting Transformation, and how she found calmness in the chaos of her life in order to hit her deadline. We touch on intuitive eating, how the menstrual cycle comes into play with intermittent fasting, and where Cynthia recommends people start if they’re curious about trying this method out.   IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Letting go of perfectionism  What Cynthia learned in the book writing process  How intermittent fasting can boost your mental and physical health  Creating sustainable lifestyle changes  How I’ve become less rigid and more intuitive with my food choices  Acknowledging that certain foods no longer serve you  The first steps to take to determine if intermittent fasting is a good fit for you    RESOURCES Thanks to Better Help for supporting Earn Your Happy. For 10% off your first month, go to betterhelp.com/lori.  Thanks to Indeed. Go to indeed.com/happy to redeem a $75 sponsored job credit.  Sign up for The Spritz newsletter at litepink.com! Text PODCAST to 310-496-8363 for updates and a chance to be featured on the show!   CONNECT WITH CYNTHIA Follow her: @cynthia_thurlow  Visit her website: cynthiathurlow.com  Buy her book: Intermittent Fasting Transformation: The 45-Day Program for Women to Lose Stubborn Weight, Improve Hormonal Health, and Slow Aging  Listen to Everyday Wellness CONNECT WITH LORI Follow me: @loriharder Follow Lite Pink: @drinklitepink Follow Earn Your Happy: @earnyourhappy Follow Girlfriends & Business: @girlfriendsandbusiness Listen to Girlfriends & Business   ABOUT CYNTHIA Cynthia Thurlow is a nurse practitioner, intermittent fasting and nutrition expert, and a two-time TEDx speaker. She leads numerous specialty fasting programs, has been featured on many well-known podcasts and is launching her book, Intermittent Fasting Transformation: IF45, in March 2022!