Odds are youve heard about fasting.
But is there a way to reap the benefits of fasting without, well, fasting?
First, what is the fasting mimicking diet?
The FMD program waspatentedby Longo after years of basic and preliminary research in yeast and animal models.
The basics.
What are the benefits?
What is so special about the FMD?
The science behind its success.
Can help with weight management.
Can lower cancer markers.
Can support a healthy brain.
In preliminary studies with FMD, fairlyremarkable brain changes4were identified on this diet.
Researchers were able to demonstrateimproved cognitive performance4.
Overall, these preliminary data are encouraging.
It seems the best brains may result from the least calories, at least for five days a month.
Want to do a fasting mimicking diet?
Here’s what you should probably know.
All of the food is in the program is non-GMO, gluten-free, andplant-based.
So, to match the research, it’s a 3 month program.
For most, a few times a year to capture the benefits is reasonable.
While those patients did fine, it’s always best to follow the guidelines on the website and research.
Are there any risks?
The bottom line.
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