Why you’re not losing weight in a ‘calorie deficit’ — and how extreme diets actually slow your metabolism

Are fasting, calorie counting, and deprivation slowing your metabolism and preventing you from meeting your weight loss goals? The basic theory behind a calorie deficit is simple: Burn more calories than you consume, and your body will dip into its fat reserves for energy, leading to weight loss. Jill Brown, a certified master health coach...