Can Alternate-Day Fasting Help You Lose Weight?
Alternate-day fasting involves switching between a day of fasting (not eating) and a day of normal eating. Research suggests this approach may support weight loss and improve heart health. However, it may not be suitable for everyone.
How Alternate Day Fasting Works: Alternate-day fasting (ADF) is a form of intermittent fasting designed to reduce total calorie intake over time, which can lead to weight loss. The diet may also help improve metabolism.
Normally, when you eat, your body stores energy from carbs and fat in your liver, muscles, and fat tissue. When you fast, your body first uses stored glucose (glycogen) for energy. Once glycogen stores are depleted, your body starts burning fat for fuel.
Excerpted from Health
