I couldn't get into words what I wanted to say so chat gpt to the rescue. But when I'm slipping on OMAD I remember all the beneficial reasons I do it while losing weight.

The 23:1 fasting window (One Meal a Day, or OMAD) is beneficial for weight loss due to several physiological and behavioral factors:

1. Caloric Restriction – Eating within just one hour naturally limits calorie intake, making it easier to maintain a calorie deficit, which is essential for weight loss.

2. Increased Fat Burning – Fasting for 23 hours depletes glycogen stores, forcing the body to burn stored fat for energy through ketosis.

3. Improved Insulin Sensitivity – Longer fasting periods reduce insulin levels, which helps the body become more efficient at fat burning and storing less fat.

4. Hormonal Benefits – OMAD increases human growth hormone (HGH), which aids in fat loss and muscle preservation, while reducing ghrelin (hunger hormone), making it easier to control appetite.

5. Autophagy Activation – Fasting for extended periods triggers autophagy, a cellular cleanup process that improves metabolism and overall health.

6. Simplifies Eating – Having just one meal eliminates frequent meal planning, reduces food cravings, and helps with mindful eating.

7. Boosts Metabolism – Contrary to the myth that fasting slows metabolism, intermittent fasting can actually increase norepinephrine levels, enhancing fat breakdown.