How does not eating enough fat affect my metabolism?

Dr. Mark Hyman, MD

Family Medicine

Eating good fat actually speeds up your metabolism; when you don't eat enough fat, your body switches into fat storage/hunger mode. Watch me explain this concept and share some good food sources of healthy fat.

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Metabolism and Weight Loss

One of the key elements in weight management is to understand your metabolism. Metabolism is the body's way of getting the energy it needs from food. Things like starvation dieting and sitting for extended amounts of time drastically slow down your metabolism, while exercise, clean eating and a good night's sleep are considered metabolism boosters. Finding out your unique metabolic type is also a great place to start burning fat and controlling your weight.

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