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Intermittent fasting, which involves not eating any food during scheduled periods that could range from hours to a full day, is growing in popularity. It can have positive effects on blood pressure, cognitive function, cholesterol levels, inflammation, and weight, but it may pose problems for people with type 2 diabetes. Read more