A rigorous three-month study published in JAMA Internal Medicine in 2020 found that participants lost only a small amount of ...

From wellness circles to religious observances, fasting is practiced by people from all walks of life and for a variety of reasons. In fact, a recent U.S. survey showed that 10% of Americans say they ...

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 ...

People have for many years been interested in the health benefits of fasting, and that interest has increasingly turned to prolonged fasting.

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.

During the month of Ramadan, the ninth month in the Islamic lunar calendar, many Muslims abstain from food and drink from sunrise to sunset. It is believed that fasting brings Muslims closer to Allah ...

Accredited nutritionist Faye James explains how the popular 16:8 intermittent fasting diet works. See details.

Besides the religious obligation upon Muslims to fast during Ramadan, countless health benefits come with the one-month fasting period. Studies have shown immediate health benefits and significantly ...