Mol Cell Endocrinol December 2015 PMID 26384657

Do intermittent diets provide physiological benefits over continuous diets for weight loss? A systematic review of clinical trials.

Radhika V Seimon, Jessica A Roekenes, Jessica Zibellini, Benjamin Zhu, Alice A Gibson, Andrew P Hills, Rachel E Wood, Neil A King, Nuala M Byrne, Amanda Sainsbury

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Discussions frequently highlight that intermittent fasting is a valid approach, referencing the systematic review's conclusion that it is not superior to continuous diets, as seen in phrases like 'not significantly different in weight loss.' The tone is analytical, with mentions of models and trials providing a balanced view, reflecting moderate engagement and recognition of the research's importance.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge that intermittent fasting is a valid weight loss method, but they emphasize it is not necessarily superior to continuous dieting.

InterestHigh interest

The topic appears highly relevant to those interested in weight management, with many posts engaging with the core findings.

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Participants reference specific studies, mention models and trials, and discuss implications, indicating moderate but focused engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discourse recognizes the research's significance, especially in providing evidence-based guidance on dieting strategies, although the tone remains measured.

Abstract in brief

  • Intermittent fasting involves deliberate periods of energy restriction, which may help improve the efficiency of weight loss by potentially reducing the body's adaptive responses to dieting.
  • The systematic review of 40 studies found that intermittent fasting produces similar effects to continuous calorie restriction in terms of weight loss, fat reduction, and metabolic improvements, but it does not seem to offer additional physiological benefits.
  • Overall, intermittent fasting is a valid alternative to continuous dieting for weight loss, but current evidence does not support it being superior in terms of physiological benefits or efficiency.]

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Ana Bonassa
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https://t.co/0415h0LIle Recuperação do peso: https://t.co/jdPKjfhn9O Riscos: https://t.co/Zba47951Hj https://t.co/T9LOM2scrc https://t.co/8Pm0FAoQdR https://t.co/09n3qcKz5O Efeito do período de alimentação e jejum: https://t.co/VQDoupPvpl https://t.co/SLT2DDZm27

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Gil Carvalho MD PhD
@NutritionMadeS3 · X

2) In mouse models, benefits of IF not fully explained by calories/weight loss BUT 3) in human trials, benefits of >24h IF (Alternate day fasting, 5:2) generally track with calories and weight loss (benefits comparable to continuous calorie control) https://t.co/Ux4MRZHEEJ

Jun 1, 2020 · 3 likes · 28,177 followers View post →
Profe Claudio Nieto
@profeclaudioni1 · X

"El ayuno intermitente, por tanto, representa una opción válida, aunque aparentemente no superior, a la restricción energética continua para perder peso" https://t.co/oAkdYaxxUC

Nov 27, 2020 · 1 like · 14,132 followers View post →
Andrew Jagim, PhD
@AJagim · X

Do intermittent diets provide physiological benefits over continuous diets for weight loss? A systematic review of clinical trials. - PubMed - NCBI https://t.co/1km8wLFgx1

Jan 17, 2019 · 1 like · 2 shares · 2,091 followers View post →
Biomarker
@biomarker_io · X

Fasting is a great diet option for those not willing to give up their favorite foods. From a literature review, "Intermittent fasting thus represents a valid--albeit apparently not superior--option to continuous energy restriction for weight loss." https://t.co/DRKdHoozer https://t.co/W4ib5iGerP

Jan 22, 2019 · 1 like · 1 share · 891 followers View post →
SystematicReviewBot
@EvidenceRobot · X

RT @AJagim: Do intermittent diets provide physiological benefits over continuous diets for weight loss? A systematic review of clinical tri…

Jan 17, 2019 · 2 shares · 6,701 followers View post →

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@Anaknas https://t.co/WXxerj8hF8 https://t.co/m3ddFmaT8d https://t.co/m3ddFmaT8d Hay bastante mas evidencia pero son unos ejemplos

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Seimon RV, Roekenes JA, Zibellini J, et al. Do intermittent diets provide physiological benefits over continuous diets for weight loss? A systematic review of clinical trials. Mol Cell Endocrinol. 2015;418 Pt 2:153-172. doi:10.1016/j.mce.2015.09.014

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Ana Bonassa
@aAnaBonassa · X

https://t.co/0415h0LIle Recuperação do peso: https://t.co/jdPKjfhn9O Riscos: https://t.co/Zba47951Hj https://t.co/T9LOM2scrc https://t.co/8Pm0FAoQdR https://t.co/09n3qcKz5O Efeito do período de alimentação e jejum: https://t.co/VQDoupPvpl https://t.co/SLT2DDZm27

Jan 3, 2023 · 34 likes · 39,991 followers View post →
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@robrohan @langernutrition A systematic review of clinical trials: "Intermittent fasting thus represents a valid – albeit apparently not superior – option to continuous energy restriction for weight loss." https://t.co/8weEcrPA9z

Dec 20, 2020 · 1,590 followers View post →
Profe Claudio Nieto
@profeclaudioni1 · X

"El ayuno intermitente, por tanto, representa una opción válida, aunque aparentemente no superior, a la restricción energética continua para perder peso" https://t.co/oAkdYaxxUC

Nov 27, 2020 · 1 like · 14,132 followers View post →
Gil Carvalho MD PhD
@NutritionMadeS3 · X

2) In mouse models, benefits of IF not fully explained by calories/weight loss BUT 3) in human trials, benefits of >24h IF (Alternate day fasting, 5:2) generally track with calories and weight loss (benefits comparable to continuous calorie control) https://t.co/Ux4MRZHEEJ

Jun 1, 2020 · 3 likes · 28,177 followers View post →
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@doaeiji · X

Example: A review of 40 studies notes 12 clinical trials show those on fasting did not significantly differ in weight loss with those on continous energy restriction https://t.co/8br3YxfWhx

Dec 26, 2019 · 837 followers View post →
SystematicReviewBot
@EvidenceRobot · X

RT @biomarker_io: Fasting is a great diet option for those not willing to give up their favorite foods. From a literature review, "Intermit…

Jan 22, 2019 · 1 share · 6,701 followers View post →
Biomarker
@biomarker_io · X

Fasting is a great diet option for those not willing to give up their favorite foods. From a literature review, "Intermittent fasting thus represents a valid--albeit apparently not superior--option to continuous energy restriction for weight loss." https://t.co/DRKdHoozer https://t.co/W4ib5iGerP

Jan 22, 2019 · 1 like · 1 share · 891 followers View post →
Weldon
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RT @AJagim: Do intermittent diets provide physiological benefits over continuous diets for weight loss? A systematic review of clinical tri…

Jan 17, 2019 · 2 shares · 329 followers View post →
SystematicReviewBot
@EvidenceRobot · X

RT @AJagim: Do intermittent diets provide physiological benefits over continuous diets for weight loss? A systematic review of clinical tri…

Jan 17, 2019 · 2 shares · 6,701 followers View post →
Andrew Jagim, PhD
@AJagim · X

Do intermittent diets provide physiological benefits over continuous diets for weight loss? A systematic review of clinical trials. - PubMed - NCBI https://t.co/1km8wLFgx1

Jan 17, 2019 · 1 like · 2 shares · 2,091 followers View post →