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Intermittent Fasting: Types, Evolution, and Considerations

Intermittent Fasting: Types, Evolution, and Considerations Intermittent fasting What is Intermittent fasting? Intermittent fasting is a type of dietary practice in which regular periods of eating and fasting are alternated to intentionally control the duration of fasting beyond a certain level. Depending on the ratio of fasting time to eating time, it is broadly categorized into the 23:1 fasting (eating once a day) and the 16:8 fasting (16 hours of fasting) methods , among which the latter is the most well-known. Many practitioners may also experiment with adjusting these ratios slightly to suit their preferences. The Evolution of Intermittent Fasting   In its early days, intermittent fasting was perceived as a kind of folk remedy or just a passing trend, with many medical professionals having a negative view of intentionally skipping meals without specific reasons. However, as research on the effects of fasting on the body continued, positive perspectives on it grad...