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The term fasting is not a recent attraction. It includes an improvement in inflammatory markers, hormone balances, decision-making, immune regulation relationship with body-mass, and behavioural qualities. Recent researches have demonstrated that intermittent fasting (IF) exerts significant effect on stress hormone-cortisol-release on important metabolic pathways. Studies have shown that fasting induces the release of cortisol, in both humans and animals. It is a measure to create energy balance in times of food scarcity aiding in survival. Additionally, administration of intermittent fasting (IF) may help in managing microbiota-gut-brain axis and preventing neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, dementia. Intermittent these bodily and behavioural responses indicate the intricate balance maintained by intermittent fasting, reiterating its potential as a therapeutic for stress or immune-related disorders.
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