What Is Intermittent Fasting | Generative Publication

Intermittent fasting (IF) is a diet that involves cycling between periods of voluntary fasting or reduced calorie intake and non-fasting over a given period, with methods including alternate-day fasting, periodic fasting, and daily time-restricted eating. The United States National Institute on Aging notes that current research on intermittent fasting is limited and inconclusive. The American Heart Association and the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics have noted the potential benefits and risks of intermittent fasting.