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Intermittent Fasting: Risks for Vulnerable Populations Revealed

4/23/2025

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Dietitian Dani Mattis warns that intermittent fasting may not be safe for those with weakened immune systems, eating disorders, type 1 diabetes, or for pregnant and breastfeeding women. Although it can promote weight loss and enhance insulin sensitivity, the potential dangers, such as low blood sugar and hormonal fluctuations, make it a risky choice for these vulnerable populations.

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Dietitian Dani Mattis warns that intermittent fasting may not be safe for those with weakened immune systems, eating disorders, type 1 diabetes, or for pregnant and breastfeeding women. Although it can promote weight loss and enhance insulin sensitivity, the potential dangers, such as low blood sugar and hormonal fluctuations, make it a risky choice for these vulnerable populations.