As fasting-mimicking diets gain popularity, doctors say "fake fasting" may nudge metabolism, support gut repair, and even ...

Known as the fasting mimicking diet (FMD), the diet is designed, as the name implies, to mimic the effects of water fasting ...

A 36-hour fast can offer benefits like better insulin sensitivity, mild autophagy and improved focus, but Apollo neurologist ...

Fasting has long been part of many traditions and religions, but it is only in recent years that the health benefits of restricting food intake have been investigated. Most recently, many studies have ...

It is that time of the year when you are looking to shed some kilos before the partying begins. The ‘fake fasting’ diet, also ...

There is some data showing that there is an increased risk of eating disorders in some people who intermittently fast.

Dear J.H.: Intermittent fasting has become increasingly used as a strategy for weight loss and also has been shown to improve ...

The human body can survive without food for some time before starvation risks causing significant harm to the body. In fact, when done properly and under medical supervision, fasting is thought to ...

While more studies are necessary, some research suggests that intermittent fasting may increase the risk of dying from heart disease. However, intermittent fasting may also benefit heart health.

A popular diet trend may have its origins in the Bible. Intermittent fasting, a pattern of eating based on time limits, is intended to assist with weight loss and other health benefits, according to ...

Intermittent fasting is effective and safe for most adults seeking weight loss. Clinical trials and meta-analyses show that intermittent fasting can help people lose 3- to 8% of their starting weight ...

In recent years, water fasting has become a notable health trend in the U.S. This type of fast, that involves refraining from consuming any food or drinks, other than water, was once largely imbedded ...