J Clin Invest April 1988 PMID 3127426

Fasting enhances growth hormone secretion and amplifies the complex rhythms of growth hormone secretion in man.

K Y Ho, J D Veldhuis, M L Johnson, R Furlanetto, W S Evans, K G Alberti, M O Thorner

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The discussions generally agree with the article's findings, as seen in comments about fasting boosting growth hormone, weight loss, and muscle maintenance, supported by phrases like 'fasting enhances growth hormone secretion' and personal remarks about physiological effects. The tone varies from scientific interest to health optimization themes, underscoring the potential influence of such studies.

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Most discussions support the findings, with some posts highlighting the benefits of fasting for hormone levels and weight loss, indicating agreement with the study's conclusions.

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Posts show high curiosity about fasting’s effects, mentioning potential increases in height, muscle preservation, and metabolic benefits, reflecting strong interest.

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The widespread sharing of benefits like muscle preservation and hormonal boosts suggests these discussions could influence health and fasting practices, indicating moderate impact.

Abstract in brief

  • Fasting increases the frequency, amplitude, and overall levels of growth hormone (GH) pulses in humans, enhancing both circadian and ultradian rhythms.
  • During a 5-day fast, GH secretion becomes more rhythmic and organized, with greater low-amplitude cycles compared to a fed state.
  • Fasting also causes metabolic changes, such as decreased serum somatomedin C and glucose levels, along with increased free fatty acids and ketone bodies, highlighting the important influence of nutritional status on GH secretion.

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Based Medical
@BasedMedical · X

https://t.co/c3QghAQ6VH “Fasting enhances growth hormone secretion and amplifies the complex rhythms of growth hormone secretion in man.”

Oct 20, 2023 · 15 likes · 1 share · 115,411 followers View post →
INTENSO
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@JGonzlimon Klan Y. Ho titled Fasting Enhances Growth Hormone Secretion and Amplifies the Complex Rhythms of Growth Hormone Secretion in Man https://t.co/vtPLbV2Cl2

Nov 4, 2023 · 8 likes · 1 share · 3,355 followers View post →
Tropical Wizard
@tropicswizard · X

Ainda há muito oq se falar na questão do jejum. Cetose, desintoxicação, perca de peso etc etc... Mas ficaria muita coisa, vou deixar os estudos que usei pra esse post aqui https://t.co/6KoMf5Rm88 https://t.co/zHTJeFxkA0 https://t.co/eDYBX9skbt https://t.co/Z2YepRoxsC

Jan 9, 2024 · 7 likes · 21,511 followers View post →
Yamnaya Health
@yamnayahealth · X

Starving can make you taller? Fasting enhances growth hormone secretion and amplifies the complex rhythms of growth hormone secretion in men BUT you should still be eating enough macros and micronutrients throughout the day https://t.co/PNJcme1XWZ

Jun 26, 2024 · 4 likes · 2 shares · 72 followers View post →
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@SirOrange15SISC @uberboyo “Fasting enhances growth hormone secretion and amplifies the complex rhythms of growth hormone secretion in man.” https://t.co/KyA20VeVgQ

Oct 27, 2024 · 1 like · 17,668 followers View post →
Biblical Masculinity
@BibMasculinity · X

@softner_ @valentinruss089 @fastrlife Boosts androgen receptors/AR sensitivity: 1. https://t.co/7ynTQxA3O6 2. https://t.co/GOo3DP0wtQ Increases GH: 1. https://t.co/po5VGqMBol 2. https://t.co/NJInxxRbsg 3. https://t.co/8kZayU7nxO Insulin sensitivity: https://t.co/AJCiB3lE8n. Fat loss is obvious.

Apr 7, 2023 · 1 like · 7,145 followers View post →

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Imperator Philippus Arabus
@PhilippusArabus · X

@SirOrange15SISC @uberboyo “Fasting enhances growth hormone secretion and amplifies the complex rhythms of growth hormone secretion in man.” https://t.co/KyA20VeVgQ

Oct 27, 2024 · 1 like · 17,668 followers View post →
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RT @BasedMedical: https://t.co/c3QghAQ6VH “Fasting enhances growth hormone secretion and amplifies the complex rhythms of growth hormone s…

Aug 4, 2024 · 1 share · 36 followers View post →
SanshinePodcast
@SanshinePodcast · X

@marlettie94 Do you mean, when it comes down again? Because there are studies that show that fasting leads to a major increase in HGH levels. https://t.co/o2DDb6mouA

Jul 19, 2024 · 15,262 followers View post →
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RT @yamnayahealth: Starving can make you taller? Fasting enhances growth hormone secretion and amplifies the complex rhythms of growth hor…

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Yamnaya Health
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RT @yamnayahealth: Starving can make you taller? Fasting enhances growth hormone secretion and amplifies the complex rhythms of growth hor…

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Yamnaya Health
@yamnayahealth · X

Starving can make you taller? Fasting enhances growth hormone secretion and amplifies the complex rhythms of growth hormone secretion in men BUT you should still be eating enough macros and micronutrients throughout the day https://t.co/PNJcme1XWZ

Jun 26, 2024 · 4 likes · 2 shares · 72 followers View post →
Tropical Wizard
@tropicswizard · X

Ainda há muito oq se falar na questão do jejum. Cetose, desintoxicação, perca de peso etc etc... Mas ficaria muita coisa, vou deixar os estudos que usei pra esse post aqui https://t.co/6KoMf5Rm88 https://t.co/zHTJeFxkA0 https://t.co/eDYBX9skbt https://t.co/Z2YepRoxsC

Jan 9, 2024 · 7 likes · 21,511 followers View post →
INTENSO
@Intensrvida · X

@JGonzlimon Klan Y. Ho titled Fasting Enhances Growth Hormone Secretion and Amplifies the Complex Rhythms of Growth Hormone Secretion in Man https://t.co/vtPLbV2Cl2

Nov 4, 2023 · 8 likes · 1 share · 3,355 followers View post →
Fez☯️
@Zenfrog4 · X

"Fasting enhances growth hormone secretion and amplifies the complex rhythms of growth hormone secretion in man." https://t.co/SGRjLX9Rt9

Oct 27, 2023 · 3,101 followers View post →
Based Medical
@BasedMedical · X

https://t.co/c3QghAQ6VH “Fasting enhances growth hormone secretion and amplifies the complex rhythms of growth hormone secretion in man.”

Oct 20, 2023 · 15 likes · 1 share · 115,411 followers View post →
Javi Ciborro
@papayaykware · X

https://t.co/Vktdskxr2L Concluimos que el estado nutricional agudo es un determinante importante de la secreción pulsátil espontánea de GH en el hombre. El aumento de la liberación de GH inducido por la inanición se consigue mediante la modulación combinada de la frecuencia

Aug 26, 2023 · 8,042 followers View post →
Hassan
@Gotoxytop2 · X

Fasting enhances growth hormone secretion and amplifies the complex rhythms of growth hormone secretion in man. https://t.co/w3RBa8Uwae

Jun 21, 2023 · 1 like · 2,708 followers View post →
Steven M. Belknap, MD PGY43
@StevenMBelknap · X

@BowTiedLawyers @BowTiedUM @enhancedathlete With alternate day fasting, growth hormone rises. Lift a few hours before you eat, get adequate protein, fat & micronutrients & you will maintain or increase strength. https://t.co/b6uuQq2IYj

May 1, 2023 · 1 like · 2,111 followers View post →
Biblical Masculinity
@BibMasculinity · X

@valentinruss089 @fastrlife Boosts androgen receptors/AR sensitivity: 1. https://t.co/qdj2LbmH6C… 2. https://t.co/hGNEYUl9R1 Increases GH: 1. https://t.co/b24mjXwfJc 2. https://t.co/MOGt3PlKDj 3. https://t.co/ndt749dFXd Insulin sensitivity: https://t.co/gJJC8eTWKq…. Fat loss is obvious.

Apr 7, 2023 · 1 like · 7,145 followers View post →
Biblical Masculinity
@BibMasculinity · X

@softner_ @valentinruss089 @fastrlife Boosts androgen receptors/AR sensitivity: 1. https://t.co/7ynTQxA3O6 2. https://t.co/GOo3DP0wtQ Increases GH: 1. https://t.co/po5VGqMBol 2. https://t.co/NJInxxRbsg 3. https://t.co/8kZayU7nxO Insulin sensitivity: https://t.co/AJCiB3lE8n. Fat loss is obvious.

Apr 7, 2023 · 1 like · 7,145 followers View post →
Ankhelion
@Ankhelion · X

@Cskn058 @sabansahin35_ https://t.co/Pgugc7drlj

Feb 13, 2023 · 542 followers View post →
Random Nobody
@_Vulgum_Pecus · X

@AcsenseurSocial @Wopidou09 @septembriseur j'ai vite cherché sur google scholar... bdnf: https://t.co/kLgKra2ff9 hormone de croissance: https://t.co/lnpoT3DecG

Jul 1, 2022 · 165 followers View post →
Sure Tips Lord
@Sure_Tips_Lord · X

Other studies have found similar effects, with double or triple HGH levels after just 2–3 days of fasting (Source (https://t.co/JdQFnhFzed), Source (https://t.co/ibUsGqS5BH), Source (https://t.co/a9TOU2LBNd)).

Mar 16, 2021 · 166 followers View post →
ayhan
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Feb 8, 2021 · 202 followers View post →
Amir Zen
@AmirZenOfficial · X

Fasting enhances growth hormone secretion and amplifies the complex rhythms of growth hormone secretion in man: https://t.co/2x3B1KKWoV #fasting #intermittentfasting #hgh #health #optimalhealth #biohacking

Sep 28, 2019 · 1,829 followers View post →
Art and Interior Design
@ArtAsUnique · X

Fasting enhances growth hormone secretion and amplifies the complex rhythms of growth hormone secretion in man. https://t.co/bQdaIygchZ

Feb 21, 2019 · 511 followers View post →
Juan Microagencia
@microagencia · X

@chezzarola @Sissiw2310 @diegotajer Tampoco, sube la hormona de crecimiento que evita la perdida de masa muscular. https://t.co/oJXSptc51T

Jan 30, 2019 · 7,476 followers View post →
Devil
@Devil97613632 · X

@letsreviewit4u the flat belly fix tea recipe -fasting enhances growth hormone secretion and amplifies the complex rhythms of growth hormone secretion in man…https://t.co/skvfbsZKzj

Jan 29, 2019 · 109 followers View post →
Devil
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@KukkalaVineetha @I_pissVodka the flat belly fix tea recipe -fasting enhances growth hormone secretion and amplifies the complex rhythms of growth hormone secretion in man…https://t.co/skvfbsZKzj

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