{"id":72566,"date":"2025-05-06T14:41:00","date_gmt":"2025-05-06T14:41:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=72566"},"modified":"2025-05-13T19:50:02","modified_gmt":"2025-05-13T19:50:02","slug":"intermittent-fasting-vegan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-vegan\/","title":{"rendered":"Intermittent Fasting Vegan Diet: What It Entails, Rules To Follow &#038; More"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-vegan\/#What_Is_An_Intermittent_Fasting_Vegan_Meal_Plan\" >What Is An Intermittent Fasting Vegan Meal Plan?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-vegan\/#Time-Restricted_Eating\" >Time-Restricted Eating\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-vegan\/#The_5_2_Diet\" >The 5:2 Diet\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-vegan\/#Is_Intermittent_Fasting_Good_For_Vegans\" >Is Intermittent Fasting Good For Vegans?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-vegan\/#Weight_Loss\" >Weight Loss<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-vegan\/#Improved_Gut_Health\" >Improved Gut Health<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-vegan\/#Improved_Blood_Sugar_Control\" >Improved Blood Sugar Control<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-vegan\/#What_Should_A_Vegan_Eat_On_Intermittent_Fasting\" >What Should A Vegan Eat On Intermittent Fasting?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-vegan\/#What_Is_A_Balanced_Intermittent_Fasting_Vegan_Meal_Plan_Like\" >What Is A Balanced Intermittent Fasting Vegan Meal Plan Like?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-vegan\/#What_Are_The_Foods_To_Avoid_On_Intermittent_Fasting_As_A_Vegan\" >What Are The Foods To Avoid On Intermittent Fasting As A Vegan?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-vegan\/#Do_Vegans_Go_Into_Ketosis\" >Do Vegans Go Into Ketosis?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-vegan\/#What_Is_The_Hardest_Intermittent_Fasting\" >What Is The Hardest Intermittent Fasting?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-vegan\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-vegan\/#What_is_a_dirty_vegan_diet\" >What is a dirty vegan diet?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-vegan\/#How_do_vegans_get_protein_without_carbs\" >How do vegans get protein without carbs?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-vegan\/#What_is_the_lowest_carb_fruit\" >What is the lowest carb fruit?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-vegan\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Veganism and intermittent fasting are in the top 10 of today&#8217;s most popular healthy eating and weight loss plans. However, it\u2019s not very common to combine the two.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1443&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Intermittent_Fasting_Vegan\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Fasting-women1.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, can a vegan practice intermittent fasting?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What would such a schedule and meal plan look like?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here is all you need to know about the intermittent fasting vegan meal plan.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_An_Intermittent_Fasting_Vegan_Meal_Plan\"><\/span><strong>What Is An Intermittent Fasting Vegan Meal Plan?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An<a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-intermittent-fasting-meal-plan\/\"> intermittent fasting vegan<\/a> plan is a dietary program that follows the principles of both the vegan diet and intermittent fasting.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A vegan diet is a branch of vegetarianism that prohibits the consumption of all animal products like meats, poultry, seafood, eggs, honey, and more.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most consider veganism the strictest of all vegetarian diets because it excludes the intake of all animal products. The diet also encourages vegans to extend this rule to their lifestyle and not use any products made from the exploitation of or cruelty to animals (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/topics\/medicine-and-dentistry\/vegan-diet\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC10665534\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Intermittent fasting (IF), on the other hand, is less of a diet and more of an eating pattern that cycles between periods of voluntary abstinence from food and drink (known as the fasting window) and hours of eating (aka the feeding window (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC4516560\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.npjournal.org\/article\/S1555-4155(23)00395-1\/fulltext\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1443&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Intermittent_Fasting_Vegan\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-66619\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/4679-Vegan-Keto-Diet-1024x640.png\" alt=\"Intermittent Fasting Vegan\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/4679-Vegan-Keto-Diet.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/4679-Vegan-Keto-Diet-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/4679-Vegan-Keto-Diet.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/4679-Vegan-Keto-Diet-1472x920.png 1472w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/4679-Vegan-Keto-Diet.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are many ways to do intermittent fasting. However, the two most common types are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Time-Restricted_Eating\"><\/span><b>Time-Restricted Eating\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The type of daily intermittent fasting where you restrict your eating windows to a set number of hours each day. The most common variations are the 16:8, 14:10, and 12:12 &#8211; where the feeding windows can be 8, 10, and 12 hours.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_5_2_Diet\"><\/span><b>The 5:2 Diet\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unlike time-restricted eating, where you fast daily, the 5:2 diet only requires you to fast twice a week &#8211; but with a caveat. This IF plan does not stipulate what you choose to eat on 5 days of the week, however, on the 2 fasting days, followers restrict their daily caloric intake to about 500-600 daily calories. For safety purposes, while following this diet, experts recommend refraining from fasting two days in a row.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You should skip a day or two between these fasting days.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A person following the intermittent fasting vegan diet will choose one of the above-mentioned IF plans and follow that while on a solely plant-based diet.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Intermittent_Fasting_Good_For_Vegans\"><\/span><strong>Is Intermittent Fasting Good For Vegans?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can be safe and potentially beneficial for otherwise healthy adults, but it requires some care and planning to ensure you meet all your nutritional needs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>The possible benefits of combining IF with a vegan diet:<\/b><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Weight_Loss\"><\/span><b>Weight Loss<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019ve been hoping to shed those extra stubborn pounds but nothing is working for you then this diet plan could be what you are missing.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to research, intermittent fasting seems to have beneficial effects that are equivalent to caloric restriction in terms of body weight control (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC9946909\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maintaining a <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/why-am-i-not-losing-weight-in-a-calorie-deficit\/\">calorie deficit<\/a> is one of the main pillars of weight loss.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consuming fewer calories than your body burns in a day will eventually lead to fat and weight loss.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While you may not necessarily need to count calories while doing intermittent fasting, restricting your food intake to just a few hours a day can inadvertently lead to calorie restriction.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some consider plant-based diets to be effective for treating and preventing both becoming overweight and obesity (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC5466943\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Plant-based foods tend to be lower in calories than animal-based foods. These eating plans are also naturally high in fiber (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC8210981\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">), which helps to boost satiety thus helping with calorie restriction.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>How Much Weight Can You Lose On An Intermittent Fasting Vegan Meal Plan?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Intermittent fasting vegan weight loss results will differ from person to person. No results are identical because weight loss depends on multiple factors, such as:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Age<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sleep<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Genetics<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Starting weight<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Workout intensity<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not just diet and calorie intake alone (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK221834\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to the CDC, a healthy and sustainable rate of weight loss is approximately 1-2 pounds per week (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/healthy-weight-growth\/losing-weight\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Therefore, if you stick to a healthy calorie deficit plan, exercise, and sleep 7-9 hours a night, you may experience intermittent fasting vegan results of 4-8 pounds lost in a month.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Reasons why BetterMe is a safe bet: a wide range of calorie-blasting workouts, finger-licking recipes, 24\/7 support, challenges that\u2019ll keep you on your best game, and that just scratches the surface! <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1443&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Intermittent_Fasting_Vegan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Start using our app <\/a>and watch the magic happen.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improved_Gut_Health\"><\/span><b>Improved Gut Health<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While we still need more research on the matter, studies on both plant-based diets and intermittent fasting had two factors that positively affect gut microbiota (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC10057430\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC10180719\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plant-based diets tend to be high in fiber, which is beneficial for gut health, and intermittent fasting may affect the microbiome.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Studies and experts suggest that improved gut health supports immune function and can help reduce the risks of:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Obesity<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cancer<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heart disease<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cardiometabolic diseases<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other inflammatory diseases (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uchealth.org\/today\/improving-gut-health-improves-all-aspects-of-your-health\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC10773664\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improved_Blood_Sugar_Control\"><\/span><b>Improved Blood Sugar Control<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research on the vegan diet and intermittent fasting has shown that both options can help improve insulin sensitivity and reduce insulin resistance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In both cases, these effects can relate to weight loss. The insulin improvements could benefit overweight\/obese individuals since they are at higher risk for type 2 diabetes, but also those who are prediabetic or already suffering from type 2 diabetes (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/jamanetwork.com\/journals\/jamanetworkopen\/fullarticle\/2773291\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC5990470\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If you are pre-diabetic or suffering from type 2 diabetes, be sure to first consult your doctor before switching your meal plan to an intermittent fasting vegan diet.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><em><strong>Read more:<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-food-list\/\"> Intermittent Fasting Food List: What You Should Eat And What You Should Avoid<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Should_A_Vegan_Eat_On_Intermittent_Fasting\"><\/span><strong>What Should A Vegan Eat On Intermittent Fasting?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While on an intermittent fasting plan, vegans should try to keep their diet as nutrient-dense as possible, meaning:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eating primarily whole and minimally processed foods (about 80%).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoiding or minimizing overly processed foods (about 20%).\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>Examples of what a vegan should eat while intermittent fasting, include:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Plant-based proteins: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They help with satiety and increased metabolism, as well as maintaining muscle mass.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1443&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Intermittent_Fasting_Vegan\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-68364\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/491-3000-calorie-vegan-meal-plan-1024x640.png\" alt=\"Intermittent Fasting Vegan\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/491-3000-calorie-vegan-meal-plan.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/491-3000-calorie-vegan-meal-plan-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/491-3000-calorie-vegan-meal-plan.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/491-3000-calorie-vegan-meal-plan-1472x920.png 1472w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/491-3000-calorie-vegan-meal-plan.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Accessible examples include: Beans, tofu, tempeh, lentils, and chickpeas.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Whole grains:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Such as quinoa, brown rice, and whole-wheat bread help boost satiety as they are high in fiber.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Nuts and seeds:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Almonds, chia seeds, and flaxseeds provide healthy fats and omega-3s.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Starchy and non-starchy vegetables: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rich in antioxidants and fiber.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Fruits: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also antioxidant-rich, great for your immunity and fiber.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Berries, apples, bananas, watermelons, peaches, citrus fruits, etc. are all fantastic examples.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Plant-based milk alternatives<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Dairy is an animal product, so vegans cannot consume it. Instead, they can opt for other options such as almond, coconut, oat, and soy milk, which can be fortified with calcium and vitamins.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Healthy fats:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Avocado and olive oil and other plant-based oils offer essential fatty acids.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Water, unsweetened tea, and coffee<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: They do not have any calories in them and are the only things you can consume during the fasting window.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not only do they keep you hydrated, but they can also help mitigate hunger till the feeding window opens.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_A_Balanced_Intermittent_Fasting_Vegan_Meal_Plan_Like\"><\/span><strong>What Is A Balanced Intermittent Fasting Vegan Meal Plan Like?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A generally balanced diet involves consuming the following (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/live-well\/eat-well\/how-to-eat-a-balanced-diet\/eating-a-balanced-diet\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At least 5 portions of a variety of fruits and vegetables every day<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High-fiber starchy foods like potatoes, bread, rice, or pasta &#8211; preferably from whole grains and starchy vegetables<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dairy or dairy alternatives<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protein from animal or plant-based sources<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unsaturated oils and spreads eaten in small amounts.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At least 6-8 glasses of water a day<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a vegan practicing intermittent fasting and aiming to maintain a balanced diet, you must follow the above rules.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, you should also:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stick to dairy alternatives, as dairy is not allowed, and look for dairy-free options fortified with calcium, vitamin D, and vitamin B12<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose oils and spreads that are not made from or mixed with animal-based products<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Only consume plant-based proteins<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>When it comes to weight loss, progress is made by inches, not miles, so it&#8217;s much harder to track and a lot easier to give up. The BetterMe: Health Coaching app is your personal trainer, nutritionist, and support system all in one. Start using our app to <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1443&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Intermittent_Fasting_Vegan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">stay on track <\/a>and hold yourself accountable!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_The_Foods_To_Avoid_On_Intermittent_Fasting_As_A_Vegan\"><\/span><strong>What Are The Foods To Avoid On Intermittent Fasting As A Vegan?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The main food groups to avoid while on such a diet are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>All animal products: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meat, poultry, fish, dairy products (milk, cheese, yogurt), eggs, and honey.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These foods go against the rules of veganism, so avoid them as a vegan whether intermittent fasting or not.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Overly processed foods: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This includes many popular vegan foods and refined carbohydrates. They are often high in added sugars or sodium and very high in calories, which can contribute to weight gain if they make up a large portion of your diet.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>High-sugar drinks:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This includes sodas, energy or sports drinks, pre-packaged fruit juices, etc.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Alcohol<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Vegans_Go_Into_Ketosis\"><\/span><strong>Do Vegans Go Into Ketosis?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, vegans can go into <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ideal-ketosis-level-for-weight-loss\/\">ketosis<\/a> if they follow a vegan keto diet. Because the vegan diet is generally high in carbs, they need to closely monitor their carb intake by limiting their intake of high-carb foods and increasing their intake of healthy plant-based fats.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/fasting-20-hours-benefits\/\">Fasting 20 Hours Benefits: Impact on Health and Well-Being<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_The_Hardest_Intermittent_Fasting\"><\/span><strong>What Is The Hardest Intermittent Fasting?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hard is subjective; thus, the answer may change depending on the person asked.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, many have rated the following fasting patterns as the most extreme and hardest intermittent fasting variations:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Alternate day fasting<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Only consuming 500 calories every other day<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>The warrior diet<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Aka the 20:4 intermittent fasting<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>OMAD<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Aka \u2018one meal a day\u2019 where you fast 23 hours a day and only have one hour to consume all your calories<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1443&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Intermittent_Fasting_Vegan\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-68149\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/441-carb-cycling-meal-plan-1024x640.png\" alt=\"Intermittent Fasting Vegan\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/441-carb-cycling-meal-plan.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/441-carb-cycling-meal-plan-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/441-carb-cycling-meal-plan.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/441-carb-cycling-meal-plan-1472x920.png 1472w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/441-carb-cycling-meal-plan.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><b>Frequently Asked Questions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_dirty_vegan_diet\"><\/span><strong>What is a dirty vegan diet?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The dirty vegan diet relies on highly processed foods rather than healthy whole foods.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common foods found in a dirty vegan diet include deep-fried \u2018cauliflower chicken,\u2019 vegan ice creams, processed vegan burgers, etc.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_vegans_get_protein_without_carbs\"><\/span><strong>How do vegans get protein without carbs?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is hard to eliminate carbohydrates as a vegan fully.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, you can reduce your intake by relying more on <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/low-carb-high-protein-meal-plan\/\">high-protein, low-carb<\/a> foods like nuts and seeds, soy products like soybeans, tofu, soy milk, tempeh, seitan, and plant-based protein powders.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_lowest_carb_fruit\"><\/span><strong>What is the lowest carb fruit?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some of the most low-carb fruits include<a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-eating-watermelon-at-night\/\"> watermelon<\/a>, berries, cantaloupe, avocados, peaches and pineapples. These are great options if you intend to follow a low-carb vegan diet plan.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1443&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Intermittent_Fasting_Vegan\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Fasting-women.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><strong>The Bottom Line<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An intermittent fasting vegan plan can be an excellent idea for someone who is health-focused or wishes to lose weight on a plant-based diet.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As mentioned above, studies show that veganism and IF may have multiple health and weight loss benefits that can improve your general well-being.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you choose to try such an eating plan, please speak to your doctor, especially if you have an underlying health condition, such as, diabetes. Also, try your best not to follow a dirty keto plan and keep the meal plan as nutritious as possible for the best results.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Veganism and intermittent fasting are in the top 10 of today&#8217;s most popular healthy eating and weight loss plans. However, it\u2019s not very common to combine the two. 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