By Jane E. Brody — 2020
I was skeptical, but it turns out there is something to be said for a daily fast, preferably one lasting at least 16 hours.
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CLEAR ALL
Lower cholesterol, clearer skin, and better focus are just some of the perks.
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No doubt that intermittent fasting is all the rage these days. The practice, which actually dates back to the biblical times, involves time-restricted eating, or eating within a specific window, and fasting within another window.
Despite its recent surge in popularity, fasting is a practice that dates back centuries and plays a central role in many cultures and religions.
Experts warn that it may have an outsize role in causing obesity and diabetes—thus increasing the risk of chronic illnesses such as heart disease.
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