Myth 5: Fasting Makes You Irritable
Another myth about intermittent fasting is it produces increased irritability, moodiness, brain fog, and trouble focusing due to low energy levels. In reality, these side effects only tend to occur when transitioning to the regimen.
Once adapted to intermittent fasting, studies show mood, energy levels, and concentration remain stable. Markers of mood like depression, tension, anger, and fatigue do not get worse with fasting compared to normal eating patterns.
After keto-adaptation occurs, fasting is reported to provide mental clarity and productivity due to the shift to generating ketones for steady energy. People following intermittent fasting protocols over the long term report improved wellbeing.
Side effects like irritability and brain fog only manifest when adjusting to the regimen initially. Sticking with the fasting periods gets easier over time as your body learns to thrive in a fasted state with no ups and downs.
