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The Fast 800

How to combine rapid weight loss and intermittent fasting for long-term health
By Dr Dr Michael Mosley
Series: The Fast 800
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The Fast 800 by Dr Michael Mosley offers a practical guide to weight loss and improved health through a combination of intermittent fasting, low-carb eating, and Mediterranean diet principles. It presents a scientifically-backed approach to achieving and maintaining a healthy weight.
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You might enjoy this book if you are looking for a science-based approach to weight loss that combines intermittent fasting with a Mediterranean diet. Dr Mosley's practical advice and meal plans could help you achieve your health and fitness goals efficiently.

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The Fast 800 by Dr Michael Mosley offers an innovative approach to weight loss and overall health, combining the latest groundbreaking science with practical advice. Building on the success of his earlier work, The 5:2 Fast Diet, Dr Mosley introduces a revolutionary programme tailored around an 800-calorie fast day. This plan is designed to be flexible and adaptable to suit individual goals, making it manageable for long-term health improvements.

In The Fast 800, Dr Mosley explains how recent studies have pinpointed 800 calories as the optimal amount for effective dieting. This calorie count is substantial enough to maintain energy levels while still promoting rapid weight loss and triggering beneficial metabolic changes. Whether you aim to lose weight quickly or maintain good health, this programme provides a customisable plan to fit your lifestyle.

One key aspect of Dr Mosley's method is Time Restricted Eating, a new approach that aligns eating schedules with natural body rhythms to enhance weight loss and health benefits. Readers are guided on how to incorporate 800-calorie days into their weekly routine and adjust these as needed. The programme demonstrates versatility, allowing users to determine how intensively they wish to follow it, depending on their personal health goals.

The Fast 800 also features an array of delicious, low-carb recipes and menu plans curated by Dr Clare Bailey. These meal suggestions not only make it easier to stick to the calorie limit but also ensure nutritional balance and variety. The culinary section helps users enjoy their diet while reaping the benefits of improved mood, reduced blood pressure, lower inflammation, and balanced blood sugar levels.

This book empowers readers to take control of their future health. Real-life testimonials, such as Denise, 51, who says, "I lost 16kg in the first 8 weeks and then another 6kg. I’ve never been healthier," illustrate the tremendous potential of Dr Mosley's programme to transform lives.

Australian and New Zealand edition
THE NO. 1 BESTSELLER IN AUSTRALIA AND THE UK
BASED ON THE LATEST GROUNDBREAKING SCIENCE
THE ULTIMATE GUIDE FROM THE CREATOR OF THE 5:2 – HOW TO COMBINE RAPID WEIGHT LOSS AND INTERMITTENT FASTING FOR LONG-TERM GOOD HEALTH
AN EXCITING NEW PROGRAMME BUILT AROUND A MORE MANAGEABLE 800-CALORIE FAST DAY

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  • The Fast 800
    The Fast 800 by Dr Michael Mosley offers an innovative approach to weight loss and overall health, combining the latest groundbreaking science with practical advice. Building on the success of his earlier work, The 5:2 Fast Diet, Dr Mosley introduces a revolutionary programme tailored around an 800-calorie fast day. This plan is designed to be flexible and adaptable to suit...
    By Dr Dr Michael Mosley
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  • The Fast 800 Recipe Book
    The Fast 800 Recipe Book by Justine Pattison and Dr Clare Bailey is a vital companion to the groundbreaking programme formulated by Dr Michael Mosley, which has revolutionised the way we approach weight loss and healthy living. This Australian and New Zealand edition is meticulously designed to complement the No.1 bestseller The Fast 800, offering an extensive collection of 150...
    By Justine Pattison and Dr Clare Bailey
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  • The Fast 800 Easy
    NEW COMPANION RECIPE BOOK TO THE INTERNATIONAL NUMBER ONE BESTSELLERS FAST 800 AND FAST 800 RECIPE BOOK Following their bestselling Fast 800 Recipe Book, Dr Clare Bailey Mosley and Justine Pattison return with a fabulous new cookbook, featuring super-simple recipes to enable you to eat well with minimum prep time on your fasting days. All of the dishes in this...
    By Dr Dr Clare Bailey and Justine Pattison and Dr Dr Clare Bailey Mosley
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  • The Ultimate Fast 800 Recipe Book
    The ultimate companion cookbook to The Fast 800, the #1 bestseller from Dr Michael Mosley. Over 300 delicious low carb, Mediterranean-style recipes to help you combine rapid weight loss and intermittent fasting for long-term good health. With over 300,000 copies sold, Dr Michael Mosley’s No. 1 bestselling The Fast 800 revolutionised Australia’s health through the benefits of an 800-calorie programme,...
    By Dr Dr Clare Bailey and Justine Pattison and Dr Dr Clare Bailey Mosley
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  • The Fast 800 Health Journal
    Australian and New Zealand edition CHANGE YOUR HABITS, CHANGE YOUR LIFE This 12-week journal is the essential companion to Dr Michael Mosley’s bestselling The Fast 800 – an ideal aid for those wanting to fit the programme into busy lives. Perfectly sized so you can keep it to hand but with plenty of space to write in, this planner enables...
    By Dr Clare Bailey and Dr Clare Bailey Mosley
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The Fast 800 by Dr Michael Mosley has received praise for its grounded scientific approach and clear explanations. Experts commend the book for translating complex research into understandable and practical advice, aiming to improve health and manage weight effectively. Reviewers highlight its potential for positive health impacts and its engaging, well-researched content.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781760850180

Publisher: Simon & Schuster Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 January 2019

Country: Australia

Imprint: Simon & Schuster Australia

Illustration: 8 page colour picture section

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 153.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 288

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Dr Dr Michael Mosley Health & Fitness Health & Wellness Non-Fiction Self-Help & Personal Development Series: The Fast 800

About the Author

Dr. Michael Mosley (1957—2024) was the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The FastDiet, FastExercise, FastLife, The 8-Week Blood Sugar Diet, The Clever Gut Diet, and The Fast800 Diet. Dr. Mosley trained to be a doctor at the Royal Free Hospital in London before joining the BBC, where he spent three decades as a science journalist and executive producer. He became a well-known television personality and won numerous television awards, including an RTS (Royal Television Award), and was named Medical Journalist of the Year by the British Medical Association. 

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