Fasting-Mimicking Diet Shows Promising Health Benefits, Studies Find

A series of studies reveal that a diet mimicking the effects of fasting can slow biological aging and offer a range of health benefits without drastic lifestyle changes.

A five-day fasting-mimicking diet, created by Prof Valter Longo, has been shown to reverse biological age by 2.5 years and offer numerous health benefits.
The diet, consisting of low-calorie, nutrient-dense foods, aims to replicate the benefits of fasting while allowing food consumption.
Participants experienced reduced abdominal fat, lower blood pressure and cholesterol, and increased stem cell production.
Clinical trials indicate the diet could also aid cancer patients, with ongoing research into its potential to reduce disease risk factors.
Critics argue for the importance of long-term healthy eating habits over temporary diets, emphasizing the need for further research.