Fasting triggers the body to use stored fat for energy from "summary" of The Diabetes Code by Dr. Jason Fung
When we fast, our body goes into a state of low insulin. Since insulin is the hormone that tells our body to store fat, low insulin means that we stop storing fat. Instead, our body starts burning stored fat for energy. This process is known as fat oxidation. When we eat, our body uses the food we consume for energy. However, when we fast, our body has to turn to its fat stores for fuel. This is a natural response to not having food readily available for energy. Fasting also increases the production of hormones that help with fat burning. For example, fasting can increase the levels of norepinephrine, a hormone that helps break down fat cells for energy. This process is crucia...
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