38 scientists from five continents presented an international consensus on fasting terminology and key definitions. The recent study reflects the increasing popularity of diets tied to fasting and a significant increase in scientific studies of fasting.
While the application of fasting is rapidly growing, there was previously no globally established terminology.
"Despite the fact that fasting is being studied extensively around the world, especially in relationship to healthy aging, there was no common definitions of the different approaches to fasting and caloric restriction." said Dr. Ravussin, who is a professor of diabetes and metabolism at Pennington Biomedical.
"Dr. Ravussin's contributions to this panel are not only important for the consensus that was reached, but for furthering Pennington Biomedical's reputation as a leading global voice in these industry-wide guidelines that will provide clarity and consistency to researchers around the world," said Pennington Biomedical Executive Director Dr. John Kirwan.
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