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Intermittent fasting triggers surprising changes in the brain

By Science Daily · Summarized & edited by · 2026-05-31
Intermittent fasting triggers surprising changes in the brain

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Losing weight may involve rewiring the gut and the brain at the same time. In a study of obese adults, an intermittent fasting-style diet led to significant weight loss, healthier metabolic markers, and notable shifts in gut bacteria. Brain scans also revealed changes in regions tied to appetite, cr

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