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This video, part of the "Slowly Spoken Finnish" series by Easy Finnish, is hosted by Jarno and is specifically designed for intermediate Finnish learners who have studied the language for one to two years or more. Jarno emphasizes that while beginners are welcome to listen, they might not grasp much without subtitles, which are largely absent from this particular series. For those just starting out, he recommends the "Pekka and Musti" series or other Easy Finnish videos that do include subtitles. He acknowledges that even for intermediate learners (B1/B2 level), understanding normal spoken Finnish and its various dialects – from Savo to Karelian, Ostrobothnian to Lapland, Helsinki to the east, west, north, and south – can be challenging. However, he assures viewers that this series aims to provide comprehensible input with simple vocabulary, avoiding complex terms, and speaking clearly and straightforwardly to aid understanding. The main topic of this particular video is intermittent fasting, or "paastoaminen." Jarno explains that fasting refers to the period between one meal and the next. He specifically discusses the 16-hour fast, a dietary approach he has adopted. His routine involves eating breakfast at 10 AM, focusing on protein-rich foods like eggs rather than carbohydrates. His last meal of the day is at 6 PM, after which he begins his 16-hour fast, not eating again until the following morning. He mentions that his diet has shifted to include more protein and fewer carbohydrates, especially in the morning, while allowing for a bit more carbohydrates in the evening, as he finds them beneficial before sleep. Essentially, his diet hasn't drastically changed, but he's increased protein, decreased carbohydrates, and incorporated the 16-hour fasting window. Jarno concludes the video by reiterating that this is a "slowly spoken" Finnish video, part of the Easy Finnish channel. He encourages viewers to support the channel by donating, joining, or subscribing, hoping that they learn something new from the content. He signs off as Jarno, looking forward to the next video.

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Slowly Spoken Finnish - Intermittent fasting

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Easy Finnish

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Slowly Spoken Finnish (Season 1)

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