Nutrients June 2023 PMID 37375570

Therapeutic Fasting in Reducing Chemotherapy Side Effects in Cancer Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Yvelise Ferro, Samantha Maurotti, Maria Grazia Tarsitano, Oscar Lodari, Roberta Pujia, Elisa Mazza, Lidia Lascala, Raffaella Russo, Arturo Pujia, Tiziana Montalcini

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The discussions highlight the scientific consensus that existing evidence does not conclusively support fasting as a means to mitigate chemotherapy side effects, with references to systematic reviews and meta-analyses, such as 'Meta analysis this detailed examined' and mentions of the comprehensive research process. The tone remains cautious and analytical, emphasizing the current lack of strong evidence rather than enthusiastic endorsement.

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Most discussions acknowledge that the current evidence does not strongly support fasting for reducing chemotherapy side effects, reflecting cautious acceptance of the findings.

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Abstract in brief

The study reviewed multiple research articles to determine if fasting can help reduce side effects of chemotherapy in cancer patients and found that most fasting regimens do not significantly lessen adverse effects compared to a regular diet.
Only nine studies met the criteria for inclusion, with five being of strong scientific quality, but overall, fasting did not show a clear benefit in reducing chemotherapy-related side effects like neutropenia.
The conclusion is that there is currently no strong evidence supporting fasting as a way to prevent chemotherapy toxicity, highlighting the need for safer, less toxic cancer treatments.]

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@aydinozturk89 Bazı çalışmalar bunu iddia etse de genel olarak eldeki verilere göre bu kanıtlanamadı. Meta analiz bunu detaylı inceledi https://t.co/DUNyLgmSIh

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Therapeutic Fasting in Reducing Chemotherapy Side Effects in Cancer Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis https://t.co/tN9I73GCM9 @Nutrients_MDPI

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Therapeutic #Fasting in Reducing #Chemotherapy Side Effects in Cancer Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis https://t.co/1E8zSuQLw3 #mdpinutrients via @Nutrients_MDPI #IntermittentFasting

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