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Study Finds Intermittent Fasting Matches Calorie Counting for Weight Loss

6/26/2026

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A trial of >200 adults found intermittent fasting and 70 % calorie-counting diets produced similar weight loss.
The study published in Clinical Nutrition (July 16) found comparable weight loss between participants who followed a fasting schedule (8 a.m.–12 p.m., three days/week) and those on a calorie-counting plan.
Intermittent fasting participants said they did not need to count calories, felt less decision fatigue, and noted that dietitian Monique Richard believes such windows may improve adherence.

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A trial of >200 adults found intermittent fasting and 70 % calorie-counting diets produced similar weight loss.
The study published in Clinical Nutrition (July 16) found comparable weight loss between participants who followed a fasting schedule (8 a.m.–12 p.m., three days/week) and those on a calorie-counting plan.
Intermittent fasting participants said they did not need to count calories, felt less decision fatigue, and noted that dietitian Monique Richard believes such windows may improve adherence.