Intermittent fasting might not have the weight-loss benefits touted by many on social media, a new study finds. The trendy diet focuses on when people are eating, not what they consume or how much.

Recent research shows that intermittent fasting may have positive effects on testosterone levels, which could aid weight loss in women with PCOS.

Intermittent fasting is widely touted as an effective weight loss strategy, but new research suggests these benefits may be exaggerated. A new review of evidence found that intermittent fasting is not ...

A major new review suggests the internet’s favorite dieting strategy may not beat traditional healthy eating after all.

Mon, March 2, 2026 at 4:45 PM UTC But while there’s some research to support the benefits of intermittent fasting, scientific data haven’t really shown this eating plan to be an effective weight-loss ...

Experts say the real benefits may have little to do with the scale.

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 50-year-old overweight woman (5 feet, 6 inches tall at 240 pounds). So far, I am not diabetic, but my A1C has been creeping upward. In an effort to control my weight and reap ...

Intermittent fasting has become a popular way to diet. But before you try it, here's what doctors want you to know.

Review of 22 studies found intermittent fasting offers little to no weight loss benefit. Overall calorie intake, not eating window, is key for weight loss success. Experts highlight misalignment ...

If you’re not reaching the number on the scale you want, you cut back on what you eat. And intermittent fasting is a popular ...

Intermittent fasting is unlikely to lead to greater weight loss in overweight or obese adults than traditional dietary advice or doing nothing, a new Cochrane review finds. Obesity is a significant ...

Intermittent fasting (IF) has been practiced worldwide based mostly on traditional, cultural, or religious grounds, but recent experimental data suggest it’s not only safe but also effective for ...