Is this a bad way to break my fast?

47 male doing 16:8. I typically eat/ break my fast between noon and 1pm. I usually have a bowl of shredded wheat because it's high in fiber and 0 sugar. I also have a banana and some berries. Is the high carb count of the cereal and fruit bad when breaking my fast?

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Unless you’re diabetic or have issues with your insulin levels, I think your break fast meal is fine.

Not everyone has to go low carb to lose weight. I eat all the carbs I want and I’ve still lost over 45 lbs.

Relax, you’re doing great. Just keep going. Good luck.

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Shredded wheat should be fine. The fiber can help you feel full longer…. Definitely a better choice than something like honeycomb or more basic carb cereals. Try adding a small amount of some protein as well, if possible imo.

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The first month after re-starting IF, I dropped 16 pounds, breaking my fast with chicken. Followed up a few hours later with fruit. Misc. veggies/protein to round out the day.

I thought I was golden. Re-added carbs (same caloric daily intake) and haven’t lost a pound in two weeks.

Bodies are crazy different.