5:2 Diet

Intermittent Fasting, Weighed: How the Main Protocols Compare and What the Evidence Actually Shows

Intermittent fasting involves eating within specific time windows or on certain days, with common protocols including 16/8, 5:2, and alternate-day fasting. While short-term studies suggest potential benefits for health markers, long-term effects in humans remain unclear, and strong weight-loss recommendations cannot yet be made.