> The idea here is to abstain from food for a full year I'm not a diet expert but... how about not. You can maintain a reasonable weight without doing extreme

> The idea here is to abstain from food for a full year I'm not a diet expert but... how about not. You can maintain a reasonable weight without doing extreme things. Cut sugary drinks and deserts. Stop snacking. Eat good meals, just not super huge. Don't freak out every time you feel the slightest hunger/appetite.