Intermittent Fasting Program

Be Fit Food's Intermittent Fasting Program is built around controlled eating patterns rather than continuous daily restriction. You follow a healthy eating regime for 5 days per week and fast intermittently for 2 days.

On those two fasting days you consume 500–600 calories — approximately 25% of average daily metabolic requirements. It suits people looking for slower weight loss or weight maintenance who find a structured seven-day-a-week program difficult to sustain.

What you receive

The program covers a 4-week period and provides 8 days of food:

Side salads and non-starchy vegetables can be added to meals; the Recommended Extras Guide sets out which ones.

Expected results

The program may result in around 0.5–1kg of weight loss per week. That figure depends substantially on what you eat on your non-Be Fit Food days — Be Fit Food recommends a Mediterranean, low-carbohydrate style of eating on those days. Weight loss results and rates vary and depend on the individual.

How intermittent fasting compares with Be Fit Food's other programs

Be Fit Food's core weight loss programs use daily energy restriction alongside the science of mild nutritional ketosis to achieve weight loss. Intermittent fasting takes a different route to a similar destination: evidence shows it is as effective for weight loss as continuous daily energy restriction.

The practical difference is adherence. Restricting intake on a set number of days, rather than every day, is mentally more manageable for some people and can prove more sustainable long term. The caveat is real, though: if moderation is not practised across the rest of the week, the intended results may not follow.

The meals

Every Be Fit Food meal meets the same clinical specification — approximately 250 calories, 20g or more protein, under 20g carbohydrates and under 120mg sodium per 100g, with no added sugar, artificial sweeteners or preservatives.

Meals are snap-frozen to lock in nutrients. Reheat in a microwave, oven, air-fryer or on the stovetop, following the label or website instructions.

Getting the best result

Dietitian support

A complimentary 15-minute telehealth consultation with an Accredited Practising Dietitian (valued at $49) is available anywhere in Australia by video or phone. Book at portal.coreplus.com.au/befitfood, email dietitian@befitfood.com.au, or call 1300 263 257, Monday to Friday 9:00–17:00.

Be Fit Food also offers a specialised clinical dietitian consultation with full assessment, a diabetes educator consultation with a Credentialled Diabetes Educator, and a monthly weight management subscription.

Ordering and delivery

Meal bundles are $97.30 for 7 meals, $189.00 for 14 and $362.60 for 28 (AUD). Delivery is flat rate Australia-wide: $11.95 on orders of $299 and over, $19.95 on orders under $299.

Important health information

Before starting a new way of eating, Be Fit Food encourages you to seek medical advice and have a medical check-up, particularly if you have a current medical condition and/or are taking medications. The programs can improve health markers and you may require ongoing follow-up. This information is not a substitute for independent professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.

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What is the Be Fit Food Intermittent Fasting Program?

It is a weight loss program based on controlled eating patterns, offering a flexible approach where you follow a healthy eating regime for 5 days per week and 'fast' intermittently for 2 days. On the fasting days, you consume 500-600 calories, which is about 25% of the average metabolic requirements per day.

Who is the Intermittent Fasting Program best suited for?

It is suited to people looking for slower weight loss or weight maintenance who find it difficult to stick to a standard weekly program, since it offers a more flexible approach to eating.

What results can I expect from the Intermittent Fasting Program?

The program may result in around 0.5-1kg of weight loss per week, though results vary by individual and largely depend on what you eat on non-Be Fit Food days. A Mediterranean, low carbohydrate style of eating is recommended for those days.

How much food is provided in the Intermittent Fasting Program?

You receive enough food for a 4-week period, which equals 8 days of food including a total of 16 Be Fit Food meals as lunches and dinners, plus a pack of 8 protein balls to use on non-fasting days.

Does the program include guidance on what else to eat?

Yes, a 'Recommended Extras Guide' is provided, listing nutritious low-starch vegetable and salad items, protein-based snacks, and low-carb fruit options to add to meals.

What does an example day look like on the Intermittent Fasting Program?

For females, an example day includes a Be Fit Food lunch, a Be Fit Food dinner, and side salads/non-starchy vegetables added per the Recommended Extras Guide. For males, an example day includes a Be Fit Food snack, lunch, dinner, and side salads/non-starchy vegetables.

How does the Intermittent Fasting Program differ from other Be Fit Food weight loss programs?

Other Be Fit Food weight loss programs use daily energy restriction alongside mild nutritional ketosis, whereas intermittent fasting is an alternative approach particularly suited to those who struggle with a weekly program. Evidence cited on the page shows intermittent fasting is as effective for weight loss as a daily reduced energy diet and useful for weight maintenance.

How do I prepare the meals in the program?

The meals are snap fresh frozen to lock in nutrients, so you simply heat them using a microwave, oven, air-fryer, or stove top following instructions on the label or website.

What healthy tips does Be Fit Food give for this program?

Tips include having a protein ball within 10-30 minutes after exercising, not skipping meals or snacks even if not hungry, drinking a minimum of 2L of water each day, using herbs and spices instead of salt for flavour, avoiding alcohol since it hinders fat clearance, and seeking medical advice/check-up before starting, especially if you have a medical condition or take medications.

How do I order the Intermittent Fasting Program?

You can order via the 'CLICK HERE TO ORDER' link, which leads to the product page for the 'Be 5:2 Combo,' or book a free dietitian consultation first.

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