Is two days of intermittent energy restriction per week a feasible weight loss approach in obese males? A randomised pilot study

ConclusionsResults suggest that the 5:2 diet is a successful but not superior weight loss approach in male war veterans when compared to a SERD. Future research is needed to determine the long‐term effectiveness of the 5:2 diet and its effectiveness in other population groups.

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Source: Nutrition and Dietetics - August 9, 2017 Category: Nutrition Authors: Marguerite Conley, Lauren Le Fevre, Cilla Haywood, Joseph Proietto Tags: Original Research Source Type: research