Nutr J May 2015 PMID 25943396

Safety of alternate day fasting and effect on disordered eating behaviors.

Kristin K Hoddy, Cynthia M Kroeger, John F Trepanowski, Adrienne R Barnosky, Surabhi Bhutani, Krista A Varady

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What people are saying

Most comments support the positive aspects of the study, emphasizing its findings that ADF does not worsen disordered behaviors, with posts like '@CaloriesProper' noting benefits on body image, and others sharing personal motivation, demonstrating a thoughtful and curious tone that suggests genuine interest and moderate influence.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions align with the study's findings, highlighting that alternate day fasting may be beneficial and safe, though some posts are cautious or skeptical.

InterestHigh interest

Users actively engage with the topic, showing curiosity about the research and its implications, as seen in comments about personal experiences and study summaries.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants reference specific research outcomes, such as reductions in binge eating and improvements in body image, and share personal thoughts, indicating thoughtful engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions reflect a moderate impact, as users consider the potential influence of the research on health behaviors and perceptions, with some expressing motivation to try fasting.

Abstract in brief

  • This study evaluated the safety and effects of Alternate Day Fasting (ADF) on people with obesity over 8 weeks, finding that it effectively promoted weight loss with minimal adverse events like constipation, dizziness, and weakness.
  • Participants experienced some improvements in eating disorder symptoms, including reductions in depression and binge eating, and reported better body image perception, while behaviors like purgative use and fear of fatness stayed the same.
  • Overall, ADF was shown to be safe, causing few negative side effects and potentially offering benefits for eating behaviors and self-image.]

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Kristin Hoddy PhD RD
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@langernutrition @TODAYshow Love sharing!

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Materialista Místico
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@fleableh @pfvrsams @keuriguerra Bom, sobre o tema em questão consegui encontrar esse estudo aqui: https://t.co/4okslXmcSa

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Nish
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@UnnamedPerson16 @pastryarm @bathrobequeen It sounds like an eating disorders because it's atypical to your personal experiences. Heres one of many study's concluding alternate day fasting improved health outcomes without any statistically increased negatives. Looking forward to your response. https://t.co/mXcWfT4BTn

Aug 28, 2024 · 202 followers View post →

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Nish
@nishnishnishh · X

@UnnamedPerson16 @pastryarm @bathrobequeen It sounds like an eating disorders because it's atypical to your personal experiences. Heres one of many study's concluding alternate day fasting improved health outcomes without any statistically increased negatives. Looking forward to your response. https://t.co/mXcWfT4BTn

Aug 28, 2024 · 202 followers View post →
DoctorTro
@DoctorTro · X

@CoachLamby https://t.co/9NFMeyNNQn

Apr 7, 2024 · 162,680 followers View post →
healt_walaa
@healt_walaa · X

https://t.co/2JJbh7LETT

Dec 19, 2022 · 876 followers View post →
Materialista Místico
@ShangShizuo · X

@itslaly @pfvrsams https://t.co/4okslXmcSa

Apr 29, 2021 · 469 followers View post →
Materialista Místico
@ShangShizuo · X

@fleableh @pfvrsams @keuriguerra Bom, sobre o tema em questão consegui encontrar esse estudo aqui: https://t.co/4okslXmcSa

Apr 29, 2021 · 469 followers View post →
Ross Dempsey
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@CaloriesProper https://t.co/OvMKvEN5ah "ADF does not increase the rate depression, binge eating, purgative behaviour, fear of fatness, or avoidance of forbidden foods,and may have small beneficial effects on body image perception." thoughts?

Nov 9, 2020 · 159 followers View post →
Alice
@ichbinalice · X

@accioamora https://t.co/pRiCez26cF é uma especulação com base nos resultados que tiveram, mas assim, me animou a continuar tentando jejum intermitente pq eu percebi q meus episódios de compulsão diminuíram muito

Sep 25, 2020 · 142 followers View post →
Kristin Hoddy PhD RD
@KristinHoddyPhD · X

@langernutrition @TODAYshow Love sharing!

Aug 28, 2019 · 3 likes · 1,335 followers View post →
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doi.org/10.1186/s12937-015-0029-9 22 Stockman, M. C., Thomas, D., Burke, J., & Apovian, C. M. (2018). Intermittent fasting: is the wait worth the weight ...

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