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

Example Sentences

The findings highlight the importance of calorie balance in achieving health benefits from intermittent fasting.

From Science Daily

BBC Radio 1Xtra presenter Eddie Kadi said he's embarked on intermittent fasting in the weeks before heading to Australia, so he can get used to the strict diet.

From BBC

These people probably enjoy Ironman competitions, keto and intermittent fasting.

From The Wall Street Journal

Some studies suggest intermittent fasting can have some positive effects as an adult, but it can be harmful for teenagers because they still need fuel for growth.

From BBC

In an accompanying editorial in the same journal, Anoop Misra, a leading endocrinologist, weighs the promise and pitfalls of intermittent fasting.

From BBC