Fasting vs. keto vs. both: which diet boosts metabolic health best?
NCT ID NCT07659093
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares three dietary approaches—intermittent fasting (16:8 schedule), a clean ketogenic diet (20g carbs per day from whole foods), and a combination of both—in healthy adults. Researchers measure changes in body composition, cholesterol, triglycerides, and blood sugar control. The goal is to see which strategy most improves cardiometabolic markers.
What this could mean
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Active substance
dietary intervention (clean ketogenic diet and/or intermittent fasting)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help identify which dietary approach best improves cholesterol, blood sugar, and body composition for metabolic health.
What could go wrong
This is a small, non-randomized analysis of two sequential studies, so results may not apply broadly. Dietary adherence can vary, and long-term effects are not assessed.
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University of Tennessee at Martin
Martin, Tennessee, 38238, United States