Obesity (Silver Spring) November 2010 PMID 20300080

Improvements in coronary heart disease risk indicators by alternate-day fasting involve adipose tissue modulations.

Surabhi Bhutani, Monica C Klempel, Reed A Berger, Krista A Varady

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The consensus appears to be largely supportive of the research, with phrases like 'reduce LDL cholesterol by 25%' and 'involve adipose tissue modulations' illustrating a focus on the study’s practical results and mechanisms. The tone varies from factual in quoting specific outcomes to encouraging in urging readers to consider fasting as a health strategy, reflecting an overall positive reception and perceived impact.

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Most discussions support the positive effects of alternate-day fasting on heart health indicators, emphasizing reductions in cholesterol and adipose tissue modulations.

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Several posts reference the study’s key points, like LDL reductions and adipose tissue roles, and some discuss practical implications, demonstrating moderate-depth engagement.

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Discussions suggest that the publication might influence views on dieting and heart health, with some posts highlighting potential health benefits and behavioral changes.

Abstract in brief

Alternated-day fasting (ADF) in obese adults can lead to significant improvements in body weight, fat mass, and waist circumference, alongside favorable changes in adipokine levels such as increased adiponectin and decreased leptin and resistin, which are linked to better heart health risk indicators.
The study showed that after 8 weeks of ADF, participants experienced substantial reductions in LDL cholesterol and triglycerides, which correlated with increases in adiponectin and decreases in waist size, suggesting ADF may help reduce the risk of coronary heart disease through adipose tissue modulation.
Overall, the research implies that changes in fat tissue parameters, particularly adipokines, might be key factors in how ADF exerts cardioprotective effects, making it a promising dietary approach for improving heart health in obese individuals.]

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Holo Frog

@holowolf6 · X

Improvements in Coronary Heart Disease Risk Indicators by ADF Involve Adipose Tissue Modulations ― Obesity Research Journal

Jul 15, 2023 · 3 likes · 814 followers View post →

Judd

@Judd05909343 · X

RT @DoctorJack16: A 70 day alternate fast can reduce LDL cholesterol by 25%! https://t.co/0p4WECfiO5

Nov 20, 2022 · 1 share · 300 followers View post →

Doctor Jack

@DoctorJack16 · X

A 70 day alternate fast can reduce LDL cholesterol by 25%! https://t.co/0p4WECfiO5

Nov 20, 2022 · 15 likes · 1 share · 58,855 followers View post →

hkozjp

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RT @kojija: 【断食で筋肉は減らない】 ADF = Alternate Day Fasting=隔日ファスティング今日断食したら明日食べる、の繰り返しで70日間介入 1日に2日分は食べれないから平均摂取カロリーは減るはず脂肪は5Kg減ったけど、筋肉量は減らな…

Sep 20, 2022 · 4 shares · 14 followers View post →

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KOJI@プライマルコーチ

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Johan Fors

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@mc926 @evilriver Fasting has been associated with a lower risk of coronary heart disease and may help lower blood pressure, triglycerides and cholesterol levels. https://t.co/LYeLkzvQQa https://t.co/soUpdBT1TZ https://t.co/k5xvrt26tX https://t.co/lhRbgo2H8n

May 25, 2022 · 3 followers View post →

Gabriel Z

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Improvements in Coronary Heart Disease Risk Indicators by Alternate‐Day Fasting Involve Adipose Tissue Modulations https://t.co/MlWWsHfu1s Important conclusion of the paper by Bhutani et al. is cited below. https://t.co/q1Yo3TMau0

Apr 23, 2022 · 11 followers View post →

Dr. Abasi Lema (MD)

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Kufunga (fasting) kunasaidia kupunguza hatari ya kupata magonjwa ya moyo, kurekebisha msukumo wa damu, kiwango cha sukari na lehemu (cholesterol) kwenye damu @TOTMedics2020 https://t.co/MY43lsynDa

Apr 29, 2021 · 71 followers View post →

Amanda ZZ - Atkins

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@SkyZer0_ @The_Nutrivore @ChristianTams @erandaw1 @StreetSmartRD @BritTexan @FastingMethod @drjasonfung https://t.co/cOqZUnupna And there we have no change in lean body mass.

Oct 3, 2020 · 1 like · 4,728 followers View post →

Austen Allred

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@mrvip_bg Don’t stop reading there. The tradeoffs are well worth it. https://t.co/U6pZ5N4L9b https://t.co/s6u1RkcTNy

Sep 23, 2020 · 5 likes · 431,588 followers View post →

Magnus af Silfverstjert

@Magnus31110521 · X

@JacobGudiol @BjorklundVictor @Lerkungen @rmpigeon1 Improvements in coronary heart disease risk indicators by alternate-day fasting involve adipose tissue modulations. https://t.co/EtP8CJmqdT

Dec 13, 2019 · 1,124 followers View post →

Timothy Ephesus

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@SteveSkojec @drjasonfung I found that your quote was from a book on obesity, and found the two studies (foot note 17 and 18 that follow) the quote. 17: https://t.co/xSqeeRuVv8 is specific to obese people, and I have no issues with these conclusions specific to people with high % of body fat.

May 15, 2019 · 43 followers View post →