Boosting Metabolism and Calorie Burn with the Reverse Diet
One of the benefits of the reverse diet is its potential to aid in weight loss. After a period of calorie restriction, increasing caloric intake can actually boost the metabolic rate. This means that the body will burn more calories, even during non-active activities.
Non-exercise thermogenesis (NEAT) is the term used to describe the calorie burn that occurs from daily activities such as walking. By implementing the reverse diet, the aim is to increase the number of calories burned through NEAT.
The Impact of Reverse Dieting on Hormones
Reverse dieting has been found to have a significant effect on hormones, particularly in terms of increasing the metabolic rate. Research has shown that when calorie intake is increased, it can lead to higher levels of leptin, a hormone responsible for regulating energy balance.
During a calorie-restricted diet, the body’s fat cells reduce their production of leptin as a means of regulating body weight and temperature. However, by gradually increasing the metabolic rate through reverse dieting, it is possible to restore leptin levels to their normal state.