Is a 13 hour fast effective? Benefits, Metabolic Effects, and Tips
                                
                                
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                                Extending your overnight fast by just one hour, from a typical 12-hour window, can serve as a gentle introduction to time-restricted eating. But is a 13 hour fast effective for improving metabolic health, promoting weight management, and triggering cellular repair, or are longer fasts necessary for meaningful results?