Eating Like Our Ancestors - Can Intermittent Fasting Benefit Your Brain Health?
Intermittent fasting is not novel. Its roots date back to ancient times when our ancestors first experienced periods of feast and famine between hunting trips. In the early 20th century however, scientists began exploring the physiological effects of fasting. It is thought that the episodic food shortages not only help to develop a brain whose activities are sharpened when hungry or even starved, but that the benefits could improve overall health and even extend lifespan.
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