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Intermittent Fasting Tops Calorie Restriction for Gut Health

Jess Wilder

21 Jun 2024

Individuals on an intermittent fasting and protein-pacing (IF-P) diet had fewer gastrointestinal symptoms.

Researchers compared the effects on gastrointestinal symptoms, the gut microbiome, and circulating cytokines and metabolites of two low-calorie, 8-week dietary interventions: A Mediterranean-style continuous CR diet based on US dietary recommendations and an IF-P diet. The interventions were matched for energy intake. What are the key takeaways?

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