What Happens When You Stop Eating
Ever wondered how fasting affects your metabolism? Discover the stages of your body's transformation and the science behind it. #Fasting #Metabolism #HealthTips #WeightLoss #Ketosis
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00:00When you stop eating for hours, your body first taps into glycogen reserves stored in the liver
00:04and muscles. This rapid energy release leads to quick weight loss, primarily from water weight.
00:11As you approach the 12-hour mark, your body enters ketosis, converting fat into ketone bodies,
00:17which become its main energy source. This shift improves insulin sensitivity,
00:22lowering the risk of type 2 diabetes. By the end of the first day, autophagy kicks in,
00:28your body's way of cleaning out damaged cells and regenerating new ones.
00:33Although hunger may arise due to increased ghrelin,
00:35it's often psychological. Ignoring it can lead to diminished appetite over time.