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The Fasting Doctor: “Fasting Cures Obesity!”, This Controversial New Drug Melts Fat, Fasting Fixes Hormones! Skip Breakfast!

The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett

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Fasting Enhances Metabolism, Not Hinders It

Despite common beliefs, fasting does not lead to a decrease in basal metabolic rate; rather, it can increase metabolism during fasting states. Many healthcare professionals have experienced fasting during intense work periods without negative consequences, which contrasts with the myth that fasting for weight loss causes increased hunger and metabolic slowdown. The evidence suggests that the body activates and burns more calories during fasting, debunking the idea that fasting leads to starvation mode and subsequent weight gain.

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