Share on Pinterest Dieticians debunk seven widespread myths about the effectiveness and health risks associated with intermittent fasting. Photography by Aya Brackett Intermittent fasting is an eating ...

Karen Ramey-Torres, a retiree from Colorado, was overweight and concerned about her health after setbacks including a small stroke. Then she heard about a type of intermittent fasting called ...

Fasting before blood tests helps ensure accurate results by reflecting your true health status. Schedule blood tests in the morning to minimize waking hours spent fasting. Drink water to stay hydrated ...

Fad diets come and go, but one appears to have staying power: intermittent fasting. Roughly one in 10 Americans were estimated to have practiced it in 2023. Interest in the eating strategy, as ...

Intermittent fasting may cause temporary gastrointestinal issues like bloating, gas, and constipation due to changes in digestion and the gut microbiome. Breaking a fast with smaller portions of ...

Share on Pinterest Scientists have found both benefits and risks to intermittent fasting. japatino/Getty Images Fasting, or restricting your intake of solid foods, is often promoted as a means of ...

Is fasting the best thing for your brain, or should it be avoided at all costs? Recent years have witnessed a tremendous uptick in people talking about the life-changing value of fasting for weight ...