For Zeynep Kariparduc, the Ramadan fasting period which concluded on March 30 “is a deeply personal and transformative time.” And she values the lessons she learns and relearns during this ...

A toxicology report says Hackman tested negative for alcohol and intoxicating drugs, but that he had a low concentration of acetone in his system that indicates prolonged fasting. Hackman appeared ...

Fasting for a day or 24 hours can have various effects on the body, such as affecting the way the body uses energy. Fasting is a longstanding part of many religious traditions, including the ...

Why Trust Us? Alternate-day fasting appears to be the best of both worlds. In theory, you can eat your favorite dessert and lose weight at the same time. It’s almost too good to be true—so is it?

Fasting has shown its potential to reduce colorectal cancer risk by triggering cellular changes that may slow tumor growth, with a study demonstrating a 20% improvement in overall survival.

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My friend swears by intermittent fasting since her recent weight loss. I know it works for some people, but is it actually healthy? ANSWER: Although it may appear to be a new ...