Intermittent Energy Restriction is most often used for Fat Loss.

Intermittent Energy Restriction

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•Last Updated: October 13, 2024

Intermittent energy restriction (IER) is a general term for diets that involve alternating between periods of caloric restriction and nonrestricted eating. Anything that falls into the category of intermittent fasting or intermittent dieting can be a form of IER.

Intermittent Energy Restriction is most often used for Fat Loss.

Last Updated:October 13, 2024

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