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[Day 24] Switch On Diet : Choosing Flexibility – My Second 24-Hour Fast and a Renewed Commitment
Today marks Day 24 of my Switch On Diet journey—and it was another 24-hour fasting day. But unlike the first time I fasted on Day 22, this one came with a few twists. Originally, I had planned to fast on Day 25, but I have a social engagement that day—a dinner I didn’t want to…
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[Day 23] Switch on Diet : Celebrating 5 kg of Fat Loss & 1 kg of Muscle Gain, Healthy Aging
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Real Shape, Real Joy with Switch on Diet Today marks Day 23 of the Switch‑On Diet, and I am thrilled: I’ve lost 5 kg (11 lbs) of body fat and gained 1 kg (2.2 lbs) of muscle. Those numbers on the scale are meaningful—but what excites me more is how my body looks, fits, and feels each day.…
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[Day 22] Switch on Diet : Fasting Fatigue & The Deep Meaning of Week 4
Today marks Day 22, another fasting day in Week 4 of my Switch On Diet journey. It was tougher than before. After enjoying well-prepared meals over the weekend, returning to a strict fast stirred stronger food thoughts and irritation. I felt that familiar pang when realizing I’d skip lunch again. By mid-morning I was restless—last…
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[Day 21] Switch on Diet : 4kg of Body Fat Lost Without Losing Muscle – Here’s What Really Worked
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Three weeks into the Switch On Diet, I’ve officially lost 4 kilograms of body fat—without losing significant muscle mass. Honestly, this is the most satisfying part of the journey so far. Unlike past diets where I lost “weight” only to realize it was mostly water or muscle, this time the focus on metabolic health, not…
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[Day 20] Switch on Diet : Staying Balanced During Gatherings
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Today marks Day 20 of my Switch On Diet journey. Weekends can be tricky when you’re on a structured diet plan—especially when they involve family gatherings. Today was one of those days. I had a meal planned with my in-laws, and although I was a little anxious about staying on track, I’m proud to say…
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[Day 19] Switch on Diet : Fasting Frustration, Gentle Compromises & the Healing Power of Sunlight
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Today was another fasting day in my Switch On Diet plan, and I have to admit—I woke up feeling uneasy. Even though I had enjoyed my meals yesterday and went to bed with a full stomach and a light heart, the knowledge that I wouldn’t be having lunch today left me a little grumpy by…
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[Day 18] Switch On Diet : Preparing for My Second Fast of the Week – Embracing the Power of Fasting
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As I reach the 18th day of my Switch On Diet journey, I’m feeling more centered and mindful than ever before. Tomorrow marks my second 24-hour fast of the week, and although a part of me still feels a little nervous before each extended fast, I now see fasting not as something to fear—but as…
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[Day 17] Switch on Diet : The Role of Digestive Health in Weight Loss
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Today marks the 17th day of my Switch On Diet journey. While I’ve seen many positive changes—especially in body composition and energy levels—there’s one issue I’ve had to deal with lately: constipation. Since I’ve been eating less overall, especially during fasting days, I noticed that my digestion has slowed down. It wasn’t painful or severe,…
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[Day 16] Switch on Diet : Fasting During My Period, A Calm and Surprising Day
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Today marks the 16th day of my Switch On Diet journey, and it also happened to be one of my scheduled 24-hour fasting days. At first, I was concerned about whether fasting would be too difficult, especially since I’m currently on my period. But surprisingly, it wasn’t hard at all. In fact, I usually find…
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[Day 15] Switch on Diet : Listening to My Body During Difficult Days
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Today marks the 15th day of my journey with the Switch On Diet, and as I enter the third week, I find myself facing a few emotional and physical hurdles. This week includes two scheduled 24-hour fasting days, and honestly, I’m feeling a bit anxious. While I’ve built momentum from the past two weeks, my…