Skipping breakfast does not cause specific fat storage in women; fat loss depends primarily on caloric and protein balance rather than meal timing.

noli's read

Layne Norton’s assertion aligns with the current scientific consensus. Studies, including the meta-analyses and randomized controlled trials cited (such as PMIDs 32304359 and 31268131), show that intermittent fasting or skipping meals does not lead to a significant difference in fat loss between the sexes when total caloric intake is identical. The idea of a 'fat storage' mode activated by the absence of breakfast in women lacks physiological foundation. Research confirms that the success of a dietary pattern relies primarily on adherence and appetite regulation, which may vary individually. It is accurate, however, that some individuals, regardless of sex, may experience a drop in energy or increased hunger when skipping breakfast, which can indirectly affect their food choices. Thus, the approach is valid: the biology of metabolism does not punish women who choose not to eat in the morning.

the sources

1. 1Sievert K et al. 2019
2. 2Hall KD, Heymsfield SB, Kemnitz JW, et al. 2012
3. 3Rolls BJ 2009