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Intermittent fasting can have health benefits, but does being hungry affect our cognitive abilities? Here’s what all the evidence tells us.
Our study found that restricting carbs can elicit the same favourable metabolic effects as fasting.
A new study in mice shows that dietary restriction can increase lifespan, but genes matter more.
A new study in mice suggests fasting could increase the risk of cancer. Yet previous research has said the opposite. Here’s what to make of these conflicting findings.
Despite a few controversies, Mosley is recognised as making scientific information accessible in a way that has advanced public health.
Recent research found eating within an eight-hour window increased risk of death from heart disease. But it’s complicated.
Plenty has been said about the health benefits of fasting, but what about as a religious practice?
Many dieters vouch for the effect of intermittent fasting on their body – but what about their brain?
Like most weight-loss programs, the OMAD diet makes bold promises – and comes with risks.
Evidence suggests late-night eating can be bad for our health.
Alzheimer’s disease is the most prevalent form of dementia. This is a term used to describe a range of symptoms linked to the decline in brain function with age.
Does intermittent fasting have a negative or positive effect on athletic performance? At the moment, the scientific data about this is contradictory.
‘Omad’ is popular with many celebrities, including Bruce Springsteen.
Nutritionists pick out the most effective intermittent fasting diets based on the latest science.
The festive season provides great motivation to make lifestyle changes around eating habits.
A new diet by an American biochemist claims to help you live longer. It’s not too dissimilar to the Australian guide to healthy eating, which if followed, could also prolong your life.
Most research shows intermittent fasting to be no better for weight loss than counting calories.
Proponents of intermittent fasting say the clock can help you win the battle of the bulge. But the science behind it is a little more complicated.
A new study on intermittent fasting didn’t find much of an effect, but the participants usual diet patterns may have something to do with it.
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