Does being hungry burn fat or muscle? The Surprising Truth About Extreme Dieting
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While many assume hunger means fat is burning, a 2024 review found that individuals on restrictive diets often regain lost weight within 4 to 6 months. The truth about whether being hungry burns fat or muscle is more complex, revealing that extreme dieting can trigger survival instincts that lead to metabolic slowdown and muscle loss, not sustainable fat reduction.
