intermittent fasting

American  

[in-ter-mit-nt fas-ting] / ˈɪn tər mɪt nt ˈfæs tɪŋ /

noun

1. a pattern of eating that involves regular short periods of fasting, such as by limiting food intake to a certain period of the day or to fewer meals on certain days of the week.

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Etymology

Origin of intermittent fasting

First recorded in 1875–80, in the context of fasting for religious purposes; 2005–10, in a wellness context

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intermittent fasting

And a 2025 review of 99 randomized clinical trials found that intermittent fasting is associated with modest weight loss compared to a normal, unrestricted diet.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 16, 2026

A 2024 review found that intermittent fasting may be associated with small reductions in waist circumference and fat mass in people who are overweight or obese.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 16, 2026

There are many different approaches to intermittent fasting.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 16, 2026

The research was led by kinesiology and nutrition professor Krista Varady, a longtime researcher in the field of intermittent fasting.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 11, 2026

According to the research team, even a 12 week period of intermittent fasting could provide an effective medium term option for weight management among adults who are overweight or obese.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 18, 2026

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