There isn’t just one way that fasting helps you lose weight, but we’ll start with the most obvious: you’re not eating.

Studies show that calorie restriction is one of the most reliable ways to lose weight and keep it off, and that’s true whether you cut portions daily or fast weekly.

Fasting also primes your metabolism to burn fat for fuel, which gives you energy and focus without the daily carb cravings.

Last but not least, fasting improves insulin sensitivity – this helps you lose weight in several ways.