I highly recommend intermittent fasting, it’s worked amazingly for me. I’ve lost 130lbs doing clean intermittent fasting and in my eating window I eat clean, I have 2 vegetarian days and 1 vegan day a week and on other days I eat red meat. I don’t drink hot drinks, I love water I drink about 3/4 litres a day. I’ve still got weight to lose but so far in 13months I’ve lost 130lbs. I always work out twice a week.
Rubyfreckles consult with someone professional, it’s very important to have clean diet and also maybe some basic checkup is needed, blood test etc. it’s sometimes a little bit complicated than just “dieting” :)
Angela. I have been watching "the gathered nest" and I notice comments are disabled. I have wanted to comment on so many of them . I admire you and your husband so much for what you do - The love you give these children , the fact you have given these children a man and dad and a great family unit is amazing . You have a beautiful family , you must be so proud. How do you stay so youthful ,beautiful and fresh looking with all the work you do looking after a big family and also writing a book . Respect and hats off to you and your husband ... All the best from a UK fan.
I'm currently 6 months pregnant w/ our 7th baby & I was doing OMAD pre-pregnancy to lose the last baby weight. Switched back to IF after getting that positive & this has been my best pregnancy so far. No nausea or aversions of any kind, no first trimester naps needed, not 20lbs by 20 weeks (I've always gained 40) I've gained a very average 15 lb. I started exercising again 3 weeks ago & those days I do I notice hunger comes earlier, so I oblige. It truly is an intuitive way to eat.
This can be such a tricky topic to cover because it can be a trigger for so many people, and you spoke about it so eloquently, honestly and with love. You were beautiful in every shape you've had. If you feel you're showing up as your most authentic self at this new weight then that's incredible and I'm so proud of you!
I had to rewatch this video to convince myself to stop putting creamer in my coffee. I’ve been doing IF for 2 weeks. Creamer is the one thing that’s hard to give up. 😅
Yes to this🙌. When I married my hubby 23 years ago his family and my family thought I was unhealthy because I would not be hungry until around 2 each day and would be done eating by dinner. I was a size 4 even after having 5 kids (at that time, now 7). Then after years I gave in and ate my hubby’s way. I gained so much weight, I have been taking it off again with my 6/18 intermittent fasting. 23 years ago I did not have a name for it. Thankful now I have science to back me up. Also thankful my hubby came around and admitted he was wrong. Can’t really blame he though. It was just what everyone thought was healthy for me.
We have to fast in the month of Ramadan and I always lose weight and my gut issues get resolved. I couldn't fast during pregnancies and when i was nursing my kids so now i am making up those fasts. I feel more energetic when i fast.
Girllllllllll. I NEED the video about your GI tract! I promise we will not judge. Its a real thing that many of us struggle with! I would love to hear what you have to say.
amen, sister!! I've been doing intermittent fasting for just over a year now and the weight loss is only the tip of the "iceberg of benefits" it's brought! I would add that it's important to eat well during your eating window (don't try to "eat as little as barely possible" during that time), and it's such a sustainable lifestyle!
“A busted can of biscuits.” 😆 So true! It is a feeling and you aren’t pinned down by numbers and the scale. That’s what skinny really feels like. Thanks for sharing and your delicacy in your story. How inspiring and beautiful you are! Your before photo is me at the moment. Hoping to get to your after someday soon with IF.
I do fasting for a month altogether with other muslims. It's on Ramadhan. And it helps my health and also fun bcz I am not alone doing the fasting. One of the most fun is on breakfasting time. ♡
I have an 8 month old wee bubba and have been planning from the start to ignore my weight until she hit 8 months and then REALLY try to turn it round. I've always been bigger and had hyperemesis too. I'm now dangerously over weight and having a wee bubba who is such a good motivator. Ready to be healthy physically after making sure I looked after myself mentally! Thanks for the chats it makes this whole journey less daunting!
Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset 1 whole month each year. Also we fast every monday ANd thursday from sunrise to sunset, but this is not obligatory. Also fasting is not obligatory upon sick person , children under the age of 13, ANd ofc pregnant woman. If u have to take medications etc that is life important u can Also skip the fasting. But Then IT is a duty of that NON fasting person to ex: feed the poor, or do something Else that is charity. We fast both for the reminding of other people that are less fortunate, to have self control, ANd to be more spiritual ANd be concentrating on doing good to other, feed the poor etc. But ofc Also we do this AS a Benefit for our physical ANd mental health. After the month is over u feel like a total different person ANd u feel more energized than ever 😊
Good to hear that intermittent fasting works! For me loosing some weight and getting healthier, less bloating, better moods etc, was with beeing gluten free like you + beeing dairy free. + Stopping refined sugars for the most part. The first month is the hardest, but it keeps getting better afterwards! Btw i love watching your family videos :) You are such an inspiration
I tried everything to get healthy. IF was the first thing that worked for me. I have scoliosis. It has reduced so much of the inflammation that I deal with from that. Thank you so much for sharing your journey! Looking forward to the Q&A.
I thumbs upped your video seconds in because of your message about weight not being the end all be all and consideration for those with eating disorders in the beginning. Bravo. Great message.
Thank you for the encouragement to start this again. I begin IF (after watching Ashley's video!), but for whatever reason, I stopped after a week. I'm getting back on it. Even that first week, I noticed healing in my skin, and my acid reflux disappeared! Can't wait to see your q and a!
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. Before I got pregnant I’ve been doing clean 16/8 fasting as well for a couple months and it was working great for me! Can’t wait to go back to it after I have the baby.
Beautiful video, mama! Very relatable! 💜 Intermittent fasting is so great! I have been challenging myself to drink a gallon of water a day and really focus on REAL food and a good restful nights sleep...6.5+ hours a night and to stop eating after 6:30. Thank you for sharing this video with is all! 💜 🌸
I am an intermittent faster too! I started because I heard about it on your sister’s channel. It’s amazing and I love everything about it. Still a lot of weight to lose, but I have so much peace and freedom now around food! That’s been a huge gift.
It truly is all about the clean fast!! I am so thankful for intermittent fasting, I’ve been at my “goal weight” for months, and my body continues to change composition, my joints don’t ache in the morning, I don’t get that food baby bloat anymore. 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻
@@angela.braniff do you put any coconut oil in your coffee? Your post on IF earlier in the year, piqued my interest and since June I have been doing it fairly consistently and have seen such a huge change in my body composition and how I feel. Thank you!
Do you know if you can drink matcha during a 'clean ' fast? It means consuming about half to a teaspoon of powdered tea, but it doesn't taste sweet. Thanks!
Yes please share what you eat on a daily basis, maybe even weekly, if possible. I can use the inspiration! I’ve been trying to do clean fasting as well, but I never know what to make, especially for family meals!
Iv found that intermittent fasting has been life changing for me as well. I didn’t have any huge weight loss goals I was really only looking to get my body more toned and feel healthier. By losing about 12 pounds it did that for me. When you shed a layer of fat it really helps to show off the muscles and definition that is hidden beneath it. That little bit of difference made me feel so good and confident and it improved my mental health as well. I highly recommend trying it. I especially like that it’s not a crazy diet plan it’s just a lifestyle change that is easy to stick to because it becomes a habit. I Also allowed myself to have one non fasting day because I didn’t want my body to get to used to the routine and become stagnant and have it stop working. So I found that by giving my self a normal eating day it worked a lot better.
Okay I am starting this tomorrow 😂 my second baby is 8 months now and I have about 10 pounds left. With my first son I lost it by the time I left the hospital and this time around I just can’t get rid of these last pounds
Hi Angela I'm Andrea from the uk . I have started a new job 3 months ago ad it's a early start till 2pm . That's when I start to eat till 9pm when I go up to bed . I've lost 17 lbs without even trying and realized after watching your video that it's what you have been doing . I feel amazing and my body feels so much better 🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸
Thanks so much for posting this! I've been doing IF since January, to date I'm down 21lbs. I usually do 16 to 18 hour fast. My energy level is through the roof! I was always skeptical but now I know it works and it's just become a way of life.
I just love when you have those sit downs and talk about, well, everything and nothing 😊your voice is calming and feels genuine, like you are 😊thank you for you being you 👍🏻
Angela Braniff then you can Stop doing that 😉 I do understand what you are saying since I wouldn’t stand my own voice, I just think that’s how we ( typical females) are about our self’s. So... yo just have to take my word for it and continue to give us your lovely you ⭐️
I just started intermittent fasting this week and as I haven’t lost weight (which I would like but not doing it for this) - I want to heal my digestive system. And in just a week I am already feeling better and feel like I have more energy. Thank you for this video.
😍😍😍 loved this, Thanks Angie! I'm gunna research & hopefully get started. I have SO MANY of the same issues & praying it will help most with my sleep & GI.
I’ve been doing intermittent fasting for a few weeks now! I’ve also been doing creamer in my coffee. Definitely going to try the clean fast! Also, I love your videos. Always makes me feel like you’re talking to a close girl friend! Have blessed day!
Thanks, girl! I had a baby a few months ago and this video is very relevant! I just read an article about intermittent fasting and the ideal period is just 14 hours. Thanks for acknowledging that your weight number after having a baby is higher but you still feel better and look better. You look great!
I found your channel through Catherine from Do It On a Dime. This is the first video that popped up for me from you. I too suffered through two pregnancies with severe Hyperemesis. I have been struggling with my weight and the effects from all the medicines. So many people don’t understand what it is and it’s hard trying to find a program that will work for me. I will definitely do my research and give it a try. So happy to have finally found someone who understands 😭😭
I just had triplet boys in June 2019. Were in January now and I have never been this big (when not pregnant). I am hoping once I stop breastfeeding I’ll be able to lose. It’s so hard for me when I am breastfeeding. I feel like my body is like NO I AM SAVING THIS FAT FOR THE ZOMBIE APOCALYPSE!
Me toooooo!!! With my first, I felt so much better once I shed some pounds that I decided to do it sooner after my second. NO CIGAR. My body would not let go and my milk supply would drop immediately. It wasn't until six months after I stopped breastfeeding, that it was so much easier!!! I'm trying to keep this in mind for my third, to not put pressure on myself while I am breastfeeding.
Yes yes yes!!! I had twins Oct 2018. They were baby 5 and 6. Still have about 30 lbs to go! It’s very frustrating when your body won’t let go. I stopped nursing 4ish months ago. Hoping to see some loss soon!
Thank you for your share Ang. 👍🏻 I’ve had such a battle with weight and body image my whole life and eventually turned to weight loss surgery. Now, like most things, i don’t make small decisions and it was the same with my wls- I chose the Cadillac of wls called a duodenal switch & have had complications from month 8 on... Basically, I starve to death even when eating. Which sneaks up in what appears to be weight gain but actually is swelling from malnutrition and it took a couple bouts of this for me to realise what was going on. The intestinal rearranging which was extreme comparatively to GBS or other malabsorptive + stomach reducing surgeries- so the breakdown should’ve been basically this: stomach cut down to a sleeve and my intestines rearranged from the top of my duodenum to cause 50% protein malabsorption and about 80% fat malabsorption. My body simply wouldn’t and couldn’t keep up with basic nutrition and I’ve had this surgery- the intestines portion revises surgically two times in order to save my life. It appears the last time helped but I still battle to stay with my chin barely above water. But back to the swelling and sudden weight gain and dealing... Imagine, starving but feeling REALLY FAT. yea... I’d feel like that and have a PICC line pumping nutrition into my body 12 hours a day via TPN. There’s a whole heap of mental work that has to be done to force oneself to NOT think about anything but health when you feel this sudden ballooning of your own body. I can only imagine that trying to stay nourished for the sake of two babies in you plus the family is great motivation but also hard to share you feel so big, when most people will say... oh don’t worrry about THAT right now. Okay but you don’t t know what it feels like to know you’ve gained 40 lbs in 10 days! I said all that to say- I totally get your story and feelings from that timeline and understand the struggle. You’ve done amazing!!! Your body doesn’t even hint that you’ve struggled or had twins now. My last revision, my surgeon offered to give me a tummy tuck at the same time for little to nothing since this has to be a big open incision and it’s done great things for my confidence to have that extra skin and stretch marks removed off my small frame now. Truly, unless you told someone, they’d never know you’ve been even slightly heavier.
I am someone who suffers from HG as well - am currently 31 weeks and still struggle with nausea. I find that we tend to overeat when we can eat to compensate for the loss of nutrition which leads to lots of bloating and weight gain. Plus all the meds. A lot of people think I can’t be that sick if I keep gaining weight - but its much more complicated than that. Glad you found a way to be healthy and happy in your body after such a rough pregnancy. I’m hoping to be able to do that too, as my nr 1 worry right now is just staying healthy and having a healthy baby.
This is not to say that people shouldn't do IF, but to share another side. I did IF (16:8 and then 18:6) for a year and a half. I felt great and looked fantastic. I dropped 50 pounds. But eventually I started feeling sluggish and drained. I eventually decided to talk my doctor about what was going on. He decided to run a panel and it turns out that IF threw my hormones way out of whack. My testosterone and progesterone were super low. I have been on supplements for 3 months to try to get everything balanced. Now we are trying to get pregnant again and even after stopping IF 5 months ago, I am still struggling to get my progesterone up enough to maintain a pregnancy. Our bodies as women can be very sensitive to shifts in hormones and we rely on food to maintain a healthy balance. Some women are less sensitive and won't have a negative response to IF, but a lot of women are more sensitive and it can cause a lot of issues. So I would highly recommend meeting with your OB or gynecologist before starting and requesting a hormonal panel done initially and talk to them about possibly doing monitoring to make sure your hormones are not negatively responding to the diet. Trust me, it is heartwrenching to lose a baby and know it is because of something you did.
Thank you for sharing your experience! This is why I’m so adamant that people talk with their doctors and do what’s best for them. One size does fit all for sure!
I’m 5 months pregnant and really struggling with this pregnancy. Lots of sickness and meds to follow, lots of very uncomfortable bloating and swelling and the GI issues to follow. I’m wondering if a 16:8 would be a good option for a pregnancy “diet”. I honestly don’t eat outside that window to begin with, but something has got to change and so many other diets aren’t good for pregnancy. 🤔
very interested in this video, but i want to say that i appreciate the beginning of the video SO MUCH. The disclaimer of EDs. I suffered from disordered eating in the past and I did try IF and i loved it as well. It was also working, BUT i realized while doing so that a lot of the negative thoughts and feelings from my past were coming up. Being recovered for many years, i was able to recognize and stop myself from continuing for this reason. Thank you so much for the warning.
I am so glad that you have found something which works for you & makes your body feel good in more ways than you even expected! 💜 I have tried intermittent fasting, because the very early science in animals is so interesting & possible benefits so amazing, but my body just never feels good 😣 I get light-headed & hangry 🤯 So I have gone back to what normally feels good for me (regular eating, regular exercise) & feel so much better. Thanks for sharing your experience - hopefully it reminds everyone to try things until they figure out what feels good for them & their body & lifestyle!
Jordan Syatt and Six Miles To Supper are two channels that helped me learn about IF and they answered a lot of questions I had. I was excited to hear that you did IF too! I like this style and it helped curb my late night binge fests. Lol
Please make a video on your GI tract!! I have been struggling with heaps of issues lately and this is something that needs to be discussed out in the open! Will definitely try the intermittent fasting, thank you!!
I too do 16/8 intermittent fasting. I have 5 pounds to lose and then I will have a BMI of 25 which is what docs want you to have to avoid various health issues. But I only maintain not lose. I too put milk in my coffee in the morning. I will try drinking black coffee and see if that helps!
i've been doing 16:8 all week and am committed to it. Everyone says how great they feel, but i always feel STARVING in the last couple of hours. Does that go away in time? When should i start feeling great?
You make this sound so doable!!!! I have been looking for something to help me jump start again with my weight loss. I love my coffee protein shake in the morning but I think I could wait a couple hours to start it. So maybe a 10-7 eating window would work for me. I could probably even do 10-6 bc I eat dinner with my parents a lot and they eat early. I am really bad at thinking that since I ate dinner early I will for sure need a bowl of cereal before bed. If I could get out of that mindset then that would help. Also I think I should snack more in between meals so that I don't a) overeat at dinner or b) feel hungry before bed. Can't wait to see the q&a video! Thanks for sharing.
Yesssss “skinny is a feeling”- girl yes. I totally totally agree. I felt that way when I lossed my baby weight after Jude too. Your girl is still trying 2 years after Ingrid though... LOL!
I started Metformin and low carb IF for PCOS. I agree with those who say that any amount of sugar triggers your brain. Since starting metformin my sweet tooth has started to go away. The few times I eat little bits of candy, I get migraine like pain for ~5mins starting within a minute of eating the candy. I've lost a decent amount of weight though. My energy was nonexistent the first two weeks, but now I feel ready to conquer the world. I'm no longer swollen and my seasonal depression is basically gone. I've never felt so alive. I'm glad I finally decided to not stop until I could get into an endocrinologist for my PCOS.
Tomorrow I am starting this. No excuses. I can't seem to drop the weight. I am tired of feeling uncomfortable in my own body. Wish me luck! Maybe I will check in. This way of eating also seems to relieve the stress of what will I eat three times a day, now I just have to plan one meal.
I’m confused...you said IF worked but not for the last couple of pounds but then you did clean IF and it helped with the rest of the weight...what is the difference?
I have degenerative arthritis, and live in chronic pain. I choose not to medicate for that pain or for the joint deterioration. IF is the ONLY thing out of dozens of things that reduces inflammation, clears my brain fog (I also have chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia), gives me energy, and makes me feel good.
I’ve been doing IF for a few weeks now. I try to stick to the 16:9 but it’s usually more of a 15:10 or 14:11 because we may eat dinner later. I’ve been losing weight, but I’ve also been working out and counting calories. I do miss breakfast sometimes, but that’s when I eat breakfast for lunch!
I have had a similar body journey with pregnancy and I also love IF. Your sister's videos have also been super interesting on her and Peter's journey. I am definitely very convinced, although I have plateaued, I am still feeling really good.
Just curious, are you nursing with having new babies? I just ask because I am and I am doing research on how others are nursing and doing keto/intermittent fasting/life style changes. You are beautiful! Thanks for sharing your story.
I have been 20/4, 18/8 or 18/6 for four years. I clean fast. I eat low carb during my eating window because it makes fasting easier. I went from 215 to 135 in the first 7 months and have not regained any back. Before IF I tried everything. I counted every calorie and never lost a lb.
Forcing yourself to eat breakfast when you didn’t want it was just adding more calories you didn’t need! Smart plan ! I tend to not want food in the morning so I may try this! Is tea with nothing the same as coffee? I drink tea
I’ve never agreed more with skinny being a feeling and not a size. I’ve definitely been able to FEEL the difference even being at my highest or lowest weight.
I would enjoy a GI tract convo because I could probably relate with you!!! I am 7 mo post pardon and now will be looking into this process! Thanks for sharing!
I would actually love to hear about your GI issues. I have had issues with bloating and imbalanced for some time. Would love to know what works for you?
My understanding is that the coffee isn't necessary to IF, but that so many people need that caffeine to start their day even if they're fasting, so they go to black coffee. I'm no expert, but if you don't need it, then I'd skip it!
Wow thanks so much for your videos how honest you are you tell it like it is and I so enjoyed it...I have done my research on IF and started last Sat and lost 2lbs and that is ok....however I broke my fast last night and was feeling down in the dumps today and woke up and ate 4 cookies....but I saw your video today and felt wow no biggie just get back on ...Most of the research is very strict and when you fall off you feel guilty..You don't make me feel that way and the best thing you can still lose wt. Thanks so much and I will continue to watch your videos ......xo
I do the black coffee breakfast everyday because I’m never in the mood for breakfast and everyone told me the same thing “you need to eat breakfast”.. but if you don’t want to eat because your not hungry why should you force it!
As a person with an eating disorder, your disclaimer at the beginning really touched my heart. Thank you for including it.
I love how you described “skinny” as a feeing. I completely agree. It’s really just about making yourself feel good!
I highly recommend intermittent fasting, it’s worked amazingly for me. I’ve lost 130lbs doing clean intermittent fasting and in my eating window I eat clean, I have 2 vegetarian days and 1 vegan day a week and on other days I eat red meat. I don’t drink hot drinks, I love water I drink about 3/4 litres a day. I’ve still got weight to lose but so far in 13months I’ve lost 130lbs. I always work out twice a week.
Alex Tyler wow. That’s great! I did it but lost not one single pound :/
Great job!
How long is your eating window?
Wow awesome, I'm going to give it ago😀
Rubyfreckles consult with someone professional, it’s very important to have clean diet and also maybe some basic checkup is needed, blood test etc. it’s sometimes a little bit complicated than just “dieting” :)
I just started intermittent fasting. I honestly feel better than I have in years! I’ve lost about 8lbs in 2 weeks.
Thank you for the eating disorder disclaimer. You are such a conscientious and kind woman
It would be so awesome if you could do a video on your clean fasting what I eat in a day!!
K S , oh, I second this, Angie!
Angela. I have been watching "the gathered nest" and I notice comments are disabled. I have wanted to comment on so many of them . I admire you and your husband so much for what you do - The love you give these children , the fact you have given these children a man and dad and a great family unit is amazing . You have a beautiful family , you must be so proud. How do you stay so youthful ,beautiful and fresh looking with all the work you do looking after a big family and also writing a book . Respect and hats off to you and your husband ... All the best from a UK fan.
I haven’t lost the baby weight either...and that “baby” is 11 🤔😭
Kristin ♥️🥰🥰❤️
I have two first time lost all but second time not so much..
Mine are 14 and 9 lol xx started uk size 12 went up to 20 with first then down to 14 then up to 24 and cannot lose it at all xx
I'm currently 6 months pregnant w/ our 7th baby & I was doing OMAD pre-pregnancy to lose the last baby weight. Switched back to IF after getting that positive & this has been my best pregnancy so far. No nausea or aversions of any kind, no first trimester naps needed, not 20lbs by 20 weeks (I've always gained 40) I've gained a very average 15 lb. I started exercising again 3 weeks ago & those days I do I notice hunger comes earlier, so I oblige. It truly is an intuitive way to eat.
This can be such a tricky topic to cover because it can be a trigger for so many people, and you spoke about it so eloquently, honestly and with love. You were beautiful in every shape you've had. If you feel you're showing up as your most authentic self at this new weight then that's incredible and I'm so proud of you!
This was perfectly put.
Elle Lindquist so well said! I enjoyed the video too and agree the subject can be tricky. Sending good vibes out to you all 🥰🥰🥰
I so appreciate your disclaimer at the beginning.
I had to rewatch this video to convince myself to stop putting creamer in my coffee. I’ve been doing IF for 2 weeks. Creamer is the one thing that’s hard to give up. 😅
Yes to this🙌. When I married my hubby 23 years ago his family and my family thought I was unhealthy because I would not be hungry until around 2 each day and would be done eating by dinner. I was a size 4 even after having 5 kids (at that time, now 7). Then after years I gave in and ate my hubby’s way. I gained so much weight, I have been taking it off again with my 6/18 intermittent fasting. 23 years ago I did not have a name for it. Thankful now I have science to back me up. Also thankful my hubby came around and admitted he was wrong. Can’t really blame he though. It was just what everyone thought was healthy for me.
We have to fast in the month of Ramadan and I always lose weight and my gut issues get resolved.
I couldn't fast during pregnancies and when i was nursing my kids so now i am making up those fasts.
I feel more energetic when i fast.
I love this style of video !! It feels just like we're friends chit chatting! You look great! Definitely going to look into it!
Girllllllllll. I NEED the video about your GI tract! I promise we will not judge. Its a real thing that many of us struggle with! I would love to hear what you have to say.
Skinny is a feeling! Yesss! I love that! Good video! Congrats on your health accomplishments!
Thomas Delauer is a great UA-camr who has a lot of IF info as well as other approaches (keto.. paleo..) great video. Thanks for sharing!!
amen, sister!! I've been doing intermittent fasting for just over a year now and the weight loss is only the tip of the "iceberg of benefits" it's brought! I would add that it's important to eat well during your eating window (don't try to "eat as little as barely possible" during that time), and it's such a sustainable lifestyle!
also Dr, Eric Berg here on youtube is a great resource :)
Is sounds very interesting. Can you make an example of what you eat in a day? Lots of love from Switzerland.❤️
“A busted can of biscuits.” 😆 So true! It is a feeling and you aren’t pinned down by numbers and the scale. That’s what skinny really feels like. Thanks for sharing and your delicacy in your story. How inspiring and beautiful you are! Your before photo is me at the moment. Hoping to get to your after someday soon with IF.
I love you for having enough love to care for so many children. I can tell that you are a loving person and may God bless and keep you all in His care
I do fasting for a month altogether with other muslims. It's on Ramadhan. And it helps my health and also fun bcz I am not alone doing the fasting. One of the most fun is on breakfasting time. ♡
I have an 8 month old wee bubba and have been planning from the start to ignore my weight until she hit 8 months and then REALLY try to turn it round. I've always been bigger and had hyperemesis too. I'm now dangerously over weight and having a wee bubba who is such a good motivator. Ready to be healthy physically after making sure I looked after myself mentally! Thanks for the chats it makes this whole journey less daunting!
Would it be possible for you to do a video on what healthy meals you are eating with your intermittent fasting? Thanks.
You look great Angie, it's a wonderful feeling when you get to that point. I'm looking forward to the next video xx
Being Muslim, we fast the month of Ramadan and it really does change alot of stuff in your body! Fasting is amazing!!
Forgive my ignorance please, but you fast for an entire month?
Janine lua what do others do during fasting if they are just a home stayed wife?
@@GoingGreenMom yes
Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset 1 whole month each year.
Also we fast every monday ANd thursday from sunrise to sunset, but this is not obligatory. Also fasting is not obligatory upon sick person , children under the age of 13, ANd ofc pregnant woman. If u have to take medications etc that is life important u can Also skip the fasting. But Then IT is a duty of that NON fasting person to ex: feed the poor, or do something Else that is charity. We fast both for the reminding of other people that are less fortunate, to have self control, ANd to be more spiritual ANd be concentrating on doing good to other, feed the poor etc.
But ofc Also we do this AS a Benefit for our physical ANd mental health. After the month is over u feel like a total different person ANd u feel more energized than ever 😊
Going Green Mom : it’s from sunrise to the sunset. Basically no foods or drinks (nothing in the month) during the day until dark.
Good to hear that intermittent fasting works! For me loosing some weight and getting healthier, less bloating, better moods etc, was with beeing gluten free like you + beeing dairy free. + Stopping refined sugars for the most part. The first month is the hardest, but it keeps getting better afterwards! Btw i love watching your family videos :) You are such an inspiration
I tried everything to get healthy. IF was the first thing that worked for me. I have scoliosis. It has reduced so much of the inflammation that I deal with from that. Thank you so much for sharing your journey! Looking forward to the Q&A.
Love this video. Yes, cellulite goes away more too while fasting.
Also, my skin glows.
Me and my boyfriend watched this video and after lots more research into it we’ve decided to give it a shot! Just started our first fast!
I thumbs upped your video seconds in because of your message about weight not being the end all be all and consideration for those with eating disorders in the beginning. Bravo. Great message.
Greetings from Dali, China!!! Thanks for these words, and for sharing your journey! Here's to a new year and a healthier perspective!!!
Thank you for the encouragement to start this again. I begin IF (after watching Ashley's video!), but for whatever reason, I stopped after a week. I'm getting back on it. Even that first week, I noticed healing in my skin, and my acid reflux disappeared! Can't wait to see your q and a!
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. Before I got pregnant I’ve been doing clean 16/8 fasting as well for a couple months and it was working great for me! Can’t wait to go back to it after I have the baby.
Beautiful video, mama! Very relatable! 💜
Intermittent fasting is so great! I have been challenging myself to drink a gallon of water a day and really focus on REAL food and a good restful nights sleep...6.5+ hours a night and to stop eating after 6:30. Thank you for sharing this video with is all! 💜 🌸
I am an intermittent faster too! I started because I heard about it on your sister’s channel. It’s amazing and I love everything about it. Still a lot of weight to lose, but I have so much peace and freedom now around food! That’s been a huge gift.
Always Home Together this makes me so happy!!! 💕💕💕
I’ve had amazing results and benefits from intermittent fasting... such a blessing!
It truly is all about the clean fast!! I am so thankful for intermittent fasting, I’ve been at my “goal weight” for months, and my body continues to change composition, my joints don’t ache in the morning, I don’t get that food baby bloat anymore. 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻
Remember how mad I was at you for telling me I had to drink black coffee 😂😂😂
You are the reason I do IF!! It’s made you one of my favorite people! ❤️
Angela Braniff yes, yes I do 🤣
@@angela.braniff do you put any coconut oil in your coffee? Your post on IF earlier in the year, piqued my interest and since June I have been doing it fairly consistently and have seen such a huge change in my body composition and how I feel. Thank you!
Do you know if you can drink matcha during a 'clean ' fast? It means consuming about half to a teaspoon of powdered tea, but it doesn't taste sweet. Thanks!
Yes please share what you eat on a daily basis, maybe even weekly, if possible. I can use the inspiration! I’ve been trying to do clean fasting as well, but I never know what to make, especially for family meals!
You look great in all those weight phases. I started to do clean IF too. Thank you for bringing its importance.
Iv found that intermittent fasting has been life changing for me as well. I didn’t have any huge weight loss goals I was really only looking to get my body more toned and feel healthier. By losing about 12 pounds it did that for me. When you shed a layer of fat it really helps to show off the muscles and definition that is hidden beneath it. That little bit of difference made me feel so good and confident and it improved my mental health as well. I highly recommend trying it. I especially like that it’s not a crazy diet plan it’s just a lifestyle change that is easy to stick to because it becomes a habit. I Also allowed myself to have one non fasting day because I didn’t want my body to get to used to the routine and become stagnant and have it stop working. So I found that by giving my self a normal eating day it worked a lot better.
Thank you for sharing your story! That’s wonderful! 💗
Okay I am starting this tomorrow 😂 my second baby is 8 months now and I have about 10 pounds left. With my first son I lost it by the time I left the hospital and this time around I just can’t get rid of these last pounds
Hi Angela I'm Andrea from the uk . I have started a new job 3 months ago ad it's a early start till 2pm . That's when I start to eat till 9pm when I go up to bed . I've lost 17 lbs without even trying and realized after watching your video that it's what you have been doing . I feel amazing and my body feels so much better 🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸
“A buster can of biscuits.” 😆 So true! It is a feeling and you aren’t pinned down by numbers and the scale.
Thanks you are a inspiration. I told my husband how you give me ambition that if you can do it with 8 I should have no excuses. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks so much for posting this! I've been doing IF since January, to date I'm down 21lbs. I usually do 16 to 18 hour fast. My energy level is through the roof! I was always skeptical but now I know it works and it's just become a way of life.
I am on day 10 of intermittent fasting! I have lost 2 inches and I can tel my energy levels have increased!
I just love when you have those sit downs and talk about, well, everything and nothing 😊your voice is calming and feels genuine, like you are 😊thank you for you being you 👍🏻
How sweet of you to say- I find my own voice annoying 😂 when I have to edit 2-3 videos at a time I’m so sick of myself by the end 🤣
Angela Braniff then you can Stop doing that 😉 I do understand what you are saying since I wouldn’t stand my own voice, I just think that’s how we ( typical females) are about our self’s. So... yo just have to take my word for it and continue to give us your lovely you ⭐️
Good for you! It's crazy that not only did you lose weight, but you also look so much younger! Beautiful both ways ofcourse!
Love this thank you, you addressed weight loss so graciously.
I just started intermittent fasting this week and as I haven’t lost weight (which I would like but not doing it for this) - I want to heal my digestive system. And in just a week I am already feeling better and feel like I have more energy. Thank you for this video.
Are you doing the 16/8? My digestive system is a hot mess. I would so love to heal it.
Me and my hubby both intermittent fast. I went down a skirt size and lost quite a few inches and my hubby has lost 50 lbs so far. We also eat healthy
😍😍😍 loved this, Thanks Angie! I'm gunna research & hopefully get started. I have SO MANY of the same issues & praying it will help most with my sleep & GI.
Not to hate or anything... YOU. ARE. BEUTIFUL!!!!!! You are a legit queen and don’t let rude comments shoot you down😘❤️
I’ve been doing intermittent fasting for a few weeks now! I’ve also been doing creamer in my coffee. Definitely going to try the clean fast! Also, I love your videos. Always makes me feel like you’re talking to a close girl friend! Have blessed day!
Thanks, girl! I had a baby a few months ago and this video is very relevant! I just read an article about intermittent fasting and the ideal period is just 14 hours. Thanks for acknowledging that your weight number after having a baby is higher but you still feel better and look better. You look great!
When you don’t feel like a busted can of biscuits 😂 made me laugh so hard! So happy for your success! You are beautiful at every stage ❤️
I found your channel through Catherine from Do It On a Dime. This is the first video that popped up for me from you. I too suffered through two pregnancies with severe Hyperemesis. I have been struggling with my weight and the effects from all the medicines. So many people don’t understand what it is and it’s hard trying to find a program that will work for me. I will definitely do my research and give it a try. So happy to have finally found someone who understands 😭😭
I have lost 30 pounds in 7 months intermittent fasting! Hoping to lose about 20 more! It has been the easiest way I have ever tried to lose weight..
I just had triplet boys in June 2019. Were in January now and I have never been this big (when not pregnant). I am hoping once I stop breastfeeding I’ll be able to lose. It’s so hard for me when I am breastfeeding. I feel like my body is like NO I AM SAVING THIS FAT FOR THE ZOMBIE APOCALYPSE!
Haha my body is like this while breastfeeding too!😅🤣
And also...the hunger is REAL.
Me toooooo!!! With my first, I felt so much better once I shed some pounds that I decided to do it sooner after my second. NO CIGAR. My body would not let go and my milk supply would drop immediately. It wasn't until six months after I stopped breastfeeding, that it was so much easier!!! I'm trying to keep this in mind for my third, to not put pressure on myself while I am breastfeeding.
Yes yes yes!!! I had twins Oct 2018. They were baby 5 and 6. Still have about 30 lbs to go! It’s very frustrating when your body won’t let go. I stopped nursing 4ish months ago. Hoping to see some loss soon!
My body too!
Thank you for your share Ang.
👍🏻 I’ve had such a battle with weight and body image my whole life and eventually turned to weight loss surgery.
Now, like most things, i don’t make small decisions and it was the same with my wls- I chose the Cadillac of wls called a duodenal switch & have had complications from month 8 on...
Basically, I starve to death even when eating. Which sneaks up in what appears to be weight gain but actually is swelling from malnutrition and it took a couple bouts of this for me to realise what was going on.
The intestinal rearranging which was extreme comparatively to GBS or other malabsorptive + stomach reducing surgeries- so the breakdown should’ve been basically this: stomach cut down to a sleeve and my intestines rearranged from the top of my duodenum to cause 50% protein malabsorption and about 80% fat malabsorption.
My body simply wouldn’t and couldn’t keep up with basic nutrition and I’ve had this surgery- the intestines portion revises surgically two times in order to save my life.
It appears the last time helped but I still battle to stay with my chin barely above water.
But back to the swelling and sudden weight gain and dealing...
Imagine, starving but feeling REALLY FAT. yea...
I’d feel like that and have a PICC line pumping nutrition into my body 12 hours a day via TPN.
There’s a whole heap of mental work that has to be done to force oneself to NOT think about anything but health when you feel this sudden ballooning of your own body.
I can only imagine that trying to stay nourished for the sake of two babies in you plus the family is great motivation but also hard to share you feel so big, when most people will say... oh don’t worrry about THAT right now.
Okay but you don’t t know what it feels like to know you’ve gained 40 lbs in 10 days!
I said all that to say- I totally get your story and feelings from that timeline and understand the struggle.
You’ve done amazing!!!
Your body doesn’t even hint that you’ve struggled or had twins now.
My last revision, my surgeon offered to give me a tummy tuck at the same time for little to nothing since this has to be a big open incision and it’s done great things for my confidence to have that extra skin and stretch marks removed off my small frame now.
Truly, unless you told someone, they’d never know you’ve been even slightly heavier.
I am someone who suffers from HG as well - am currently 31 weeks and still struggle with nausea. I find that we tend to overeat when we can eat to compensate for the loss of nutrition which leads to lots of bloating and weight gain. Plus all the meds. A lot of people think I can’t be that sick if I keep gaining weight - but its much more complicated than that. Glad you found a way to be healthy and happy in your body after such a rough pregnancy. I’m hoping to be able to do that too, as my nr 1 worry right now is just staying healthy and having a healthy baby.
How many months did it take for your older picture to new picture 🙂
This is not to say that people shouldn't do IF, but to share another side. I did IF (16:8 and then 18:6) for a year and a half. I felt great and looked fantastic. I dropped 50 pounds. But eventually I started feeling sluggish and drained. I eventually decided to talk my doctor about what was going on. He decided to run a panel and it turns out that IF threw my hormones way out of whack. My testosterone and progesterone were super low. I have been on supplements for 3 months to try to get everything balanced. Now we are trying to get pregnant again and even after stopping IF 5 months ago, I am still struggling to get my progesterone up enough to maintain a pregnancy. Our bodies as women can be very sensitive to shifts in hormones and we rely on food to maintain a healthy balance. Some women are less sensitive and won't have a negative response to IF, but a lot of women are more sensitive and it can cause a lot of issues. So I would highly recommend meeting with your OB or gynecologist before starting and requesting a hormonal panel done initially and talk to them about possibly doing monitoring to make sure your hormones are not negatively responding to the diet. Trust me, it is heartwrenching to lose a baby and know it is because of something you did.
Thank you for sharing your experience! This is why I’m so adamant that people talk with their doctors and do what’s best for them. One size does fit all for sure!
I’m 5 months pregnant and really struggling with this pregnancy. Lots of sickness and meds to follow, lots of very uncomfortable bloating and swelling and the GI issues to follow.
I’m wondering if a 16:8 would be a good option for a pregnancy “diet”. I honestly don’t eat outside that window to begin with, but something has got to change and so many other diets aren’t good for pregnancy. 🤔
Fasting is not recommended in pregnancy!! GI issues are to be expected in pregnancy, best option is more fluids and fiber :)
“Busted can of biscuits”! 😂 Yes, yes I’ve been there. Thanks for being real. Love your short bob.
"A busted can of biscuits"
I love it
That's what I feel like
Thanks for the nudge to reconsider intermittent fasting! You inspire me
You look amazing your hair looks so great now,I love the color and cut! I have been watching your other channel and I am new to this one!!!
very interested in this video, but i want to say that i appreciate the beginning of the video SO MUCH. The disclaimer of EDs. I suffered from disordered eating in the past and I did try IF and i loved it as well. It was also working, BUT i realized while doing so that a lot of the negative thoughts and feelings from my past were coming up. Being recovered for many years, i was able to recognize and stop myself from continuing for this reason. Thank you so much for the warning.
team braniff office looks ahmazing!
Thanks for the update. Keep up the hard work Angie!!
Btw I'm calling it... 100k subs by 2021... Roaring 20s here comes Ange!
I am so glad that you have found something which works for you & makes your body feel good in more ways than you even expected! 💜 I have tried intermittent fasting, because the very early science in animals is so interesting & possible benefits so amazing, but my body just never feels good 😣 I get light-headed & hangry 🤯 So I have gone back to what normally feels good for me (regular eating, regular exercise) & feel so much better. Thanks for sharing your experience - hopefully it reminds everyone to try things until they figure out what feels good for them & their body & lifestyle!
Jordan Syatt and Six Miles To Supper are two channels that helped me learn about IF and they answered a lot of questions I had.
I was excited to hear that you did IF too! I like this style and it helped curb my late night binge fests. Lol
Good for you! That is definitely an awesome accomplishment to be able to know what works for your body at its best!
I love how you talked about this, being mindful of mental health . You are awesome !
Please make a video on your GI tract!! I have been struggling with heaps of issues lately and this is something that needs to be discussed out in the open! Will definitely try the intermittent fasting, thank you!!
I too do 16/8 intermittent fasting. I have 5 pounds to lose and then I will have a BMI of 25 which is what docs want you to have to avoid various health issues. But I only maintain not lose. I too put milk in my coffee in the morning. I will try drinking black coffee and see if that helps!
i've been doing 16:8 all week and am committed to it. Everyone says how great they feel, but i always feel STARVING in the last couple of hours. Does that go away in time? When should i start feeling great?
You make this sound so doable!!!! I have been looking for something to help me jump start again with my weight loss. I love my coffee protein shake in the morning but I think I could wait a couple hours to start it. So maybe a 10-7 eating window would work for me. I could probably even do 10-6 bc I eat dinner with my parents a lot and they eat early. I am really bad at thinking that since I ate dinner early I will for sure need a bowl of cereal before bed. If I could get out of that mindset then that would help. Also I think I should snack more in between meals so that I don't a) overeat at dinner or b) feel hungry before bed. Can't wait to see the q&a video! Thanks for sharing.
You look so good!! I’ve been doing IF for a month now. Clean fasting. I’m seeing the benefits!
Yesssss “skinny is a feeling”- girl yes. I totally totally agree. I felt that way when I lossed my baby weight after Jude too. Your girl is still trying 2 years after Ingrid though... LOL!
I swear- the older I get, the harder it gets too! 🤣
I started Metformin and low carb IF for PCOS. I agree with those who say that any amount of sugar triggers your brain. Since starting metformin my sweet tooth has started to go away. The few times I eat little bits of candy, I get migraine like pain for ~5mins starting within a minute of eating the candy. I've lost a decent amount of weight though.
My energy was nonexistent the first two weeks, but now I feel ready to conquer the world. I'm no longer swollen and my seasonal depression is basically gone. I've never felt so alive. I'm glad I finally decided to not stop until I could get into an endocrinologist for my PCOS.
Tomorrow I am starting this. No excuses. I can't seem to drop the weight. I am tired of feeling uncomfortable in my own body. Wish me luck! Maybe I will check in. This way of eating also seems to relieve the stress of what will I eat three times a day, now I just have to plan one meal.
Thank you! I've have been toying with IF for a while now and everything you said is correct. I'm 52 and IF is life-changing.
I’m confused...you said IF worked but not for the last couple of pounds but then you did clean IF and it helped with the rest of the weight...what is the difference?
I have degenerative arthritis, and live in chronic pain. I choose not to medicate for that pain or for the joint deterioration. IF is the ONLY thing out of dozens of things that reduces inflammation, clears my brain fog (I also have chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia), gives me energy, and makes me feel good.
I do IF too. I drink mostly water and every once in a while I’ll have a Zevia pop
I LUV that "Doctor Zevia" as tastes so much like "The Pepper"😋❣~:)
I’ve been doing IF for a few weeks now. I try to stick to the 16:9 but it’s usually more of a 15:10 or 14:11 because we may eat dinner later. I’ve been losing weight, but I’ve also been working out and counting calories. I do miss breakfast sometimes, but that’s when I eat breakfast for lunch!
I have had a similar body journey with pregnancy and I also love IF. Your sister's videos have also been super interesting on her and Peter's journey. I am definitely very convinced, although I have plateaued, I am still feeling really good.
Just curious, are you nursing with having new babies? I just ask because I am and I am doing research on how others are nursing and doing keto/intermittent fasting/life style changes. You are beautiful! Thanks for sharing your story.
I have been 20/4, 18/8 or 18/6 for four years. I clean fast. I eat low carb during my eating window because it makes fasting easier. I went from 215 to 135 in the first 7 months and have not regained any back. Before IF I tried everything. I counted every calorie and never lost a lb.
Forcing yourself to eat breakfast when you didn’t want it was just adding more calories you didn’t need! Smart plan ! I tend to not want food in the morning so I may try this! Is tea with nothing the same as coffee? I drink tea
I do green tea & straight black "Earl Grey" or "English Breakfast" and do believe it works the same as simply having the black coffee😋~:)
I noticed you were glowing in your recent IG posts! ❤️❤️❤️ you are simply beautiful ❤️
I’ve never agreed more with skinny being a feeling and not a size. I’ve definitely been able to FEEL the difference even being at my highest or lowest weight.
I would enjoy a GI tract convo because I could probably relate with you!!!
I am 7 mo post pardon and now will be looking into this process! Thanks for sharing!
“Busted can of biscuits” 😂😂😂
I would actually love to hear about your GI issues. I have had issues with bloating and imbalanced for some time. Would love to know what works for you?
I’m not a coffee drinker. Would a cup of black tea be comparable?
GERALDINE JONES, yes!
My understanding is that the coffee isn't necessary to IF, but that so many people need that caffeine to start their day even if they're fasting, so they go to black coffee. I'm no expert, but if you don't need it, then I'd skip it!
GERALDINE JONES yes. Black tea... even green tea ( with nothing added) is ok to drink during fasting window 😘
You can drink any tea that does not contain fruit
GERALDINE JONES I’m a tea drinker too! I drink black, green or oolong. Herbal teas are fine, for the most part, just steer clear of the sweet ones.
Wow thanks so much for your videos how honest you are you tell it like it is and I so enjoyed it...I have done my research on IF and started last Sat and lost 2lbs and that is ok....however I broke my fast last night and was feeling down in the dumps today and woke up and ate 4 cookies....but I saw your video today and felt wow no biggie just get back on ...Most of the research is very strict and when you fall off you feel guilty..You don't make me feel that way and the best thing you can still lose wt. Thanks so much and I will continue to watch your videos ......xo
I do the black coffee breakfast everyday because I’m never in the mood for breakfast and everyone told me the same thing “you need to eat breakfast”.. but if you don’t want to eat because your not hungry why should you force it!