Over the last few decades, scientists have discovered that long-term calorie restriction provides a wealth of benefits in animals. Researchers have largely assumed that reduced food intake drove these benefits by reprogramming metabolism. But a new study finds that reduced calorie intake alone is not enough; fasting is essential for mice to derive full benefit.
Fasting is required to see the full benefit of calorie restriction in mice
- ScienceDaily
- 18. 10 2021 (17:25)