Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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10743419 | Maturitas | 2014 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
Beneficial effects on health of limiting food intake for certain periods of time have been recognized for a long time. While many diets can produce short-term weight loss, most fail to result in a long-lasting impact. Current data suggest that intermittent fasting may be beneficial for overall health and wellbeing. However, the lack of properly designed clinical studies makes it challenging to formulate evidence-based practice recommendations. Potential health risks of drastic changes in food intake are often ignored and might only be revealed after extensive follow-up. This review summarizes the popular intermittent dieting methods and their potential impact on fertility and reproduction.
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Authors
Malgorzata E. Skaznik-Wikiel, Alex J. Polotsky,