Fasting Diets: Are They Safe, Healthy, and Effective?

Authors

Carrie Durward, Utah State UniversityFollow
Keshele Stevens

Document Type

Factsheet

Publisher

Utah State University Extension

Publication Date

7-28-2020

First Page

1

Last Page

3

Abstract

Diets are commonly prescribed to induce weight loss and reduce the risk of many diseases. Because a standard daily calorie restriction diet is often hard to maintain, other diet alternatives such as fasting diets were created. Fasting diets have been found to be effective, though they may not be any more effective than typical diets. Before beginning a fasting diet, it is best to seek professional medical advice to assess individual risks and circumstances. This fact sheet helps readers learn more about the safety, health, and effectiveness of fasting diets.

Recommended Citation

Durward, Carrie and Stevens, Keshele, "Fasting Diets: Are They Safe, Healthy, and Effective?" (2020). All Current Publications. Paper 2114.
https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/extension_curall/2114