Can Fasting Cause Long-Term Issues? Unpacking the Risks
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According to The Emily Program, the long-term safety of intermittent fasting is largely unconfirmed due to limited human studies, with restrictive eating potentially heightening the risk of disordered eating in susceptible individuals. This raises important questions about whether fasting can cause long-term issues, and for whom the risks might outweigh the benefits.