Latest research on intermittent fasting and time restricted eating

Latest research on intermittent fasting and time restricted eating

Author: QuickAndDirtyTips.com, Monica Reinagel October 23, 2024 Duration: 11:18

Learn about the potential benefits, risks, and practical considerations for implementing this popular eating pattern, especially for women. 

References:

Effects of 4- and 6-h Time-Restricted Feeding on Weight and Cardiometabolic Health: A Randomized Controlled Trial in Adults with Obesity - PubMed (nih.gov)

Effects of 8-hour time restricted feeding on body weight and metabolic disease risk factors in obese adults: A pilot study - PubMed (nih.gov)

Safety of 8-h time restricted feeding in adults with obesity - PubMed (nih.gov)

Effect of Intermittent Fasting on Reproductive Hormone Levels in Females and Males: A Review of Human Trials - PMC (nih.gov)

Time-restricted eating: Watching the clock to treat obesity - PubMed (nih.gov)

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