Intermittent fasting three days a week outperforms traditional dieting in weight-loss study
- Researchers monitored 125 participants over 12 months, comparing intermittent fasting with daily caloric restriction diets, as reported in the Annals of Internal Medicine.
- Participants in the intermittent fasting group had a 7.6% weight loss compared to 5% in the caloric restriction group, indicating greater effectiveness.
- Nutritionist Carrie Glassman indicated that intermittent fasting's success may stem from how it simplifies calorie restrictions, though it isn't suitable for everyone.
- 58% of participants practicing intermittent fasting achieved at least 5% weight loss after 12 months compared to 47% in the calorie restriction group.
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Intermittent fast vs. caloric restriction: which method is most effective to control weight
In the constant search for effective weight loss methods, two approaches stand out: intermittent fasting and daily caloric restriction. Both are presented as viable options to improve both weight loss and metabolic health indicators. However, the question about which of these strategies is most effective in the long term is the subject of debate in the scientific field.Results of the study: intermittent fasting versus caloric restrictionA study …
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