Overview

• Martin Clunes, 63, achieved a three-stone weight loss in three months using the 5:2 diet and a modified 6:1 fasting schedule.
• The 5:2 diet involves eating normally for five days and restricting calorie intake to 600 calories for men (500 for women) on two non-consecutive days.
• Clunes noted improved cholesterol levels and other health benefits as a result of his fasting regimen.
• The actor's approach aligns with broader trends in fasting diets, which are also popular among celebrities like Benedict Cumberbatch and Jennifer Aniston.
• Similar calorie-reduction practices are observed in 'Blue Zones,' where residents follow the '80% trick' to promote longevity and reduce chronic disease risk.