Intermittent energy restriction for weight loss leads to coordinated changes across the brain, gut, and microbiome axis.

Staying hydrated is key during a fast—but not every drink keeps your body in fasting mode. Here’s what you should know.

The “rules” of intermittent fasting are pretty strict: “Classically, intermittent fasting means you consume only water during ...

Scientists are learning more about the molecular mechanisms that kick in when people stop eating and start fasting. They've observed how a 24-hour fast boosts intestinal stem cells in mice, and ...

While intermittent fasting has numerous benefits, it is not safe for everyone. We consulted leading dietitians to understand ...

There's no question that intermittent fasting is now firmly embedded in the cultural zeitgeist. Case in point: Last year, more than one in 10 Americans tried intermittent fasting, according to the ...

Intermittent fasting for weight loss has been one of the most popular health trends of the past decade. It involves only eating within a specific time window and fasting for the rest. However, it may ...

In a real-world registry study of adults with overweight or obesity, 5:2 intermittent fasting and daily calorie restriction both improved blood pressure over 12 weeks. Intermittent fasting produced ...

Fasting, a tradition in many cultures for thousands of years, now gets buzz about its potential health benefits. In particular, researchers are looking at intermittent fasting, where you switch ...

Intermittent fasting involves periods of entirely or partially abstaining from eating. There are many methods of intermittent fasting that vary in the number of fast days and calorie allowances. Some ...

Intermittent fasting is currently one of the most popular eating patterns. The same is true about veganism, which has risen in popularity by 350% in the last decade (1). Each provides their own set of ...

After 50 years, Courier Journal health columnist Bryant Stamford is retiring his Body Shop column. Here's his farewell letter ...