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Research has shown potential connections between fasting and lower risks for obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and neurodegenerative disorders like Alzheimer’s.
Fasting, the voluntary abstinence from food and drink, has been practiced for centuries as part of religious rituals and cultural traditions.
In recent years it has seen a surge in popularity due to emerging research on its potential health benefits.
While fasting practices take many forms, from observing certain days of the week to abstaining from food altogether for 24-72 hours at a time, the basic premise involves cycling between periods of eating and periods of fasting.
One popular approach is intermittent fasting, alternating between fasting and normal eating each day or week.
Proponents claim fasting may provide benefits like weight loss, better brain function, and disease prevention.
Here are eight key benefits of fasting supported by scientific research: