Guide

Yes, pure stevia while fasting is usually fine for most people, but stevia blends with sugar or creamers can break a fasting window.

Yes, you can lift weights while fasting when you manage workout intensity, hydration, and medical conditions with care.

Fast weight loss is possible, but safe progress usually means steady habits that drop about 0.5–1 kg (1–2 lb) a week.

Yes, you can lose weight by intermittent fasting if it helps you eat fewer calories overall and you pair it with sustainable food and movement habits.

Yes, intermittent fasting can contribute to temporary hair loss when it triggers rapid weight loss, stress, or poor nutrition.

Yes, you can take creatine while fasting for most health goals, as it has no calories, but strict religious or medical fasts may set different rules.

Yes, you can use mouthwash while fasting if you spit it out and follow your fasting plan or religious rules.

Yes, you can take ibuprofen while fasting for short periods, but empty stomach use raises stomach and kidney risk, especially with dehydration.

Yes, you can take some medication while fasting, but timing, food needs, and health risks must stay aligned with advice from your own clinician.

Yes, you can take some supplements while fasting, but others work better with food or may technically break your fast.