The growing popularity of intermittent fasting is not associated with a lower likelihood of contracting coronavirus, but is associated with a less severe course of it. This conclusion was made by scientists from the Cardiology Institute in Salt Lake City.
Very popular among celebrities and a huge number of ordinary people, intermittent fasting does not reduce a person's risk of contracting a coronavirus. But when it is already infected, then intermittent fasting can reduce the severity of the disease. This study was conducted among men and women over 60 who contracted covid before the vaccines were released. The study was carried out in Utah, where every third adult resorts to intermittent fasting. This is due to the fact that the center of the American Mormon Church is located here, and it is customary for them to fast often.
Intermittent fasting helps lose weight and improve health
It turned out that people who fasted at least one day a month got sick with coronavirus at least as often, but did not end up in hospitals or die from COVID-19 as often, compared to those who did not intermittent fasting. Previously, this method of eating has been linked to reduced inflammation and improved cardiovascular health.
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The authors of the study emphasize that intermittent fasting is not a replacement for coronavirus vaccines or an alternative to existing drugs. It's just one type of healthy habit that also reduces the risk of diabetes. But you can resort to intermittent fasting only after consulting a doctor. (READ MORE)