In a mouse study, Australian researchers have mapped out what happens behind the scenes in fat tissue during intermittent fasting, showing that it triggers a cascade of dramatic changes, depending on ...

Alternate-day fasting involves switching between a day of fasting (not eating) and a day of normal eating. Research suggests this approach may support weight loss and improve heart health. However, it ...

16-hour intermittent fasting torches real fat while 12 and 14-hour windows don't, according to an 8-week study comparing four ...

Share on Pinterest A new study found that a 4-week alternate-day fasting protocol showed significant reductions in body fat, but also muscle mass. Lumina/Stocksy Researchers report that alternate-day ...

Intermittent fasting (IF) is a structured eating approach that focuses on the timing of when you eat. Research suggests that IF may support metabolic health, hormone balance, brain function, and ...

The diet has been linked to weight loss, longer life span and even a lower risk of cancer — in mice. What about humans?

Researchers report that alternate-day fasting can help reduce body mass and fat mass. However, they added that this type of eating plan can also lower a person’s muscle mass. Experts say alternate-day ...