New Study Says IMF Might Not Be As Effective As Some Think It Is

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https://cdn.pixabay.com/photo/2018/06/15/01/18/fridge-3475996_960_720.jpg In a recent clinical trial studying the effects of intermittent fasting on the body and its connection with weight loss, researchers investigated the impacts of time restricted eating, or intermittent fasting, with a number of participants. ## What they found was that there wasn't much evidence suggesting IMF was all that effective for losing weight. They did see one type of IMF help with losing a few pounds in the first few weeks, but there wasn't much difference between the fasting group and the group that had been allowed to eat whatever they wanted. It might have shown some initial help with getting started, but not much changed overall by the end of it. Those who are trying to engage in intermittent fasting or IMF, will limit themselves to eating only during certain times of the day. ## That doesn't mean they will eat only healthy food items during their time eating window however. https://cdn.pixabay.com/photo/2020/07/24/10/06/man-5433472_960_720.png Even though they are fasting they could still be consuming unhealthy items that are contributing to their excess weight. ## Doing IMF without being concerned about what you're eating during the 'eating window', or engaging in exercise along with it etc, could greatly impact the weight loss results. Many people might have gotten the wrong idea about IMF and how effective it might be, as it's a topic which has become incredibly popular in the last few years. It has been talked about in numerous magazines and health media shows, on thousands of blogs online. Intermittent fasting, which is also known as 'interval eating' , is a subject that offers many books and videos to find on the topic. There is also ADF which is known as alternate-day fasting, where people will fast for more than one day (36 hours) and then engage in unlimited eating for a 12 hour period after that. In one study that looked at people following ADF they found that on average they lost about [7 lbs in four weeks](https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/08/190827111051.htm). But while it might work well for some, it certainly isn't for everyone. The results from this recent study have been published in the journal Internal Medicine and researchers say that [this isn't the final word](https://www.usnews.com/news/health-news/articles/2020-09-29/do-fasting-diets-really-work-new-study-finds-little-benefit) on any supposed benefits that might come from intermittent fasting. While this isn't the first time that it has been suggested [IMF might not be ideal for weight loss](https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/11/181126115842.htm), there is a great deal of research that has been conducted that has suggested there are benefits to be reaped here. # A Closer Look At IMF From using intermittent fasting to [help prevent disease](https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2020/03/200310164737.htm), to improving [personal health](https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2020/01/200123170721.htm), and [boosting metabolism](https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/01/190131113934.htm), various studies indicate that there is benefit to come with intermittent fasting for some. Researchers are increasingly coming around to the notion that IMF and similar approaches might be a healthy alternative to consider, aside from relying on [the traditional calorie restriction](https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/08/190827111051.htm) approach that millions take when trying to get healthier or shed some excess weight. Pics: pixabay
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