People with metabolic syndrome who follow intermittent fasting see their body mass index drop by a small but measurable amount, meaning they’re losing fat relative to their height.

People with metabolic syndrome who try intermittent fasting lose about 4 pounds on average after a few months, even without counting calories.

After a few months of intermittent fasting, people with metabolic syndrome lose about an inch off their waist, which means they’re losing dangerous belly fat.

People with metabolic syndrome who follow intermittent fasting see a tiny but real drop in their triglyceride levels, which means their body is handling fat better.

Skipping meals at certain times of the day for a few months can slightly lower blood sugar levels in people with metabolic syndrome.

People with metabolic syndrome who follow intermittent fasting see their body’s insulin levels drop, meaning their body is better at using insulin to manage blood sugar.