The diet has been linked to weight loss, longer life span and even a lower risk of cancer — in mice. What about humans?

The 5:2 intermittent fasting diet includes five days of regular eating and two days of fasting. Calories are restricted to 500 for females or 600 for males on fasting days. But it may be tough to feel ...

Share on Pinterest A new study found that a 4-week alternate-day fasting protocol showed significant reductions in body fat, but also muscle mass. Lumina/Stocksy Researchers report that alternate-day ...

This article was reviewed by Lynn Marie Morski, MD, JD. Key Takeaways: Intermittent fasting might benefit women over 50 by ...