A recent study presented at the American College of Physicians meeting and published in the Annals of Internal Medicine has found that cutting daily caloric intake can lead to weight loss, regardless of eating schedule. The study, which involved a head-to-head trial of obese, pre-diabetic individuals, showed no significant difference in weight loss between a fasting group and a group eating freely.
Participants in the fasting group lost an average of just over 5 pounds, while those in the regular eating group lost about 5.7 pounds. This suggests that cutting daily calories without adhering to a specific fasting diet can still result in weight loss.
Experts have emphasized the benefits of fasting diets for weight loss, highlighting their simplicity in not requiring calorie counting. While time-restricted eating may not be more effective than other diets for weight reduction, it offers a simplified approach to obesity treatment by eliminating the need for calorie tracking.
These findings provide valuable insight for individuals looking to lose weight and improve their overall health. By simply reducing daily caloric intake, individuals can achieve weight loss without the need for strict dietary restrictions.
For more information on the study and its implications for weight loss, be sure to read the full article published in the Annals of Internal Medicine.
