It’s noon, and the rest of the world is eating lunch.

Some research even suggests that intermittent fasting has anti-aging and immune health benefits (perForbes).

But what about if you’re hoping to get pregnant in the immediate future?

woman in early pregnancy

Can spending prolonged periods of the day without any food affect your fertility?

The positive effects are related specifically to weight loss.

“It is important to know that body metabolism and body weight affect fertility,” he said.

couple holding ovulation calendar

For these women,anysort of weight loss can help them conceive.

This could cause an indirect dysfunction of the ovaries."