A new study has conducted to show the benefits of intermittent fasting, that it can facilitate weight loss and enhance the regulation of vital body processes in obesity. The researchers behind the study were from different institutions in Spain. The aim of this study was to understand how the schedules of intermittent fasting, such as time-restricted eating (TRE), influence fat loss and health.
The study involves 197 participants aged 30 to 60 who were classified as either overweight or obese. During a 12-week period, participants received nutrition guidance while following the Mediterranean diet. The findings support the hypothesis of combining healthy eating with intermittent fasting for improved treatment outcomes for the obese. A study has enhanced previous works in promoting the concept that fasting techniques do help to establish better health status and weight.
Their work, published in the journal Nature Medicine, reveals that eating the last meal before 5 pm and then not eating dinner at night is a safe and effective strategy for reducing subcutaneous abdominal fat.
In Spain, a recent report highlights that 70% of men and 50% of women are either overweight or obese. This widespread issue is linked to numerous metabolic problems, such as type 2 diabetes, and significantly increases the chances of developing cardiovascular diseases, high blood pressure, and certain cancers. The growing obesity rates are not only affecting people’s quality of life but also placing a heavy burden on the public health system. Experts are working to develop practical and effective solutions to address this issue, which is now classified as a disease.
Calorie-restricted diets are known to aid in weight loss and improve heart health. However, they are difficult to stick to over the long term. As a result, many people abandon these diets, often regaining the weight they lost—or even ending up heavier than when they started.
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