Fasting for Females on the Gold Coast — this guide from Ace Health Centre walks you through what matters most: when to seek help, what treatment looks like, and what to expect from your recovery. Call (07) 5572 6222 to book.
Fasting for Females on the Gold Coast — this guide from Ace Health Centre walks you through what matters most: when to seek help, what treatment looks like, and what to expect from your recovery. Call (07) 5572 6222 to book.
Fasting for Females – Friend of Foe?
Fasting is a diet and lifestyle protocol that has gained interest in recent years. It can help individuals with weight loss, stabilising blood sugar levels and improve digestive issues. But, is fasting for females a good lifestyle option?
What is fasting?
You may have heard of intermittent fasting, currently one of the world’s most popular health and fitness trends. Individuals will cycle through periods of eating or fasting, with the most common method being to fast for 16 hours and then eat within an 8 hour period.
Essentially, most of us are already fasting for a period of time when we are sleeping. Many people may extend this fast by skipping breakfast and eating for the first time around noon.
Furthermore, many people may also undertake fasting protocols for cultural or religious reasons.
How May it Help?
Firstly, studies have found fasting can aid weight loss and increase fat oxidation due to reducing overall energy intake. Other studies report that fasting may help to regulate blood sugar and insulin levels, which may help reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
Fasting for Females – What are the risks?
Hormones
For girls and women in particular, fasting may not be the best option, as female hormones can be highly affected by periods of restricted eating.
Reproductive hormones can be greatly affected by fasting. In turn, this can play havoc on the production of estrogen and progesterone – both are major players in the female reproductive system.
Women are also more likely than men to suffer from hypothyroidism (an underactive hormone). Consequently, they produce less of the hormones required for metabolic processes. Often this results in symptoms such as weight gain, tiredness and fatigue. Many women with this condition may highly restrict calories in the aim to lose weight. However, this is counterproductive the consumption of food and energy is what stimulates the production of the hormones are needed for our metabolism to run effectively. Therefore, it is recommended for women with any hormone related conditions to avoid fasting for long periods of time.
Other health risks involved include
- Nutrient deficiencies (vitamins, minerals, protein and fat) due to a reduced amount of meals of foods eaten each day.
- Higher risk for binge eating of overeating later in the day.
- Can also be dangerous for people with certain conditions, such as diabetes.
What Should I do?
Currently, strong research into the positive and negative impacts of fasting for women is still in its early days. Therefore, if you believe you may have a hormonal issue that is stopping you from smashing your goals. Dont be afraid to reach out to our dietitian for help developing a plan. This may involve developing a solid nutrition protocol that incorporates fasting while ticking all the nutritional boxes. Another option is finding another route better suited for you and your health and hormones.
What to Expect From Fasting for Females at Ace Health Centre
Patients who book Fasting for Females with our team get a clinic-grade assessment, a clear plain-language plan, and a structured progression rather than a one-off appointment. Furthermore, we coordinate care across podiatry, physiotherapy, dietetics and exercise physiology where relevant, so you are not bouncing between clinics. Authoritative information on this topic is also available from Healthdirect Australia if you would like to read further before booking. As a result, you walk in informed and walk out with a plan you understand.
For more on what we do, see our main service page.
Frequently Asked Questions About Fasting for Females
Do I need a referral to book? No referral is needed for our private services. Patients with a GP Chronic Disease Management plan can access bulk-billed sessions where eligible.
Is it covered by private health funds? Most private health extras with the relevant cover offer a rebate. We HICAPS-process on the spot so you walk out knowing your gap.
How soon can I be seen? We keep same-week and same-day slots open for urgent presentations. Online booking shows live availability across all clinicians.
Book Your Fasting for Females Appointment
Ready to get started? Call (07) 5572 6222 or book online. In addition, new patients can use our no-gap initial consult — straightforward, no surprises.
