Fasting or mediterranean diet: which melts pounds faster?

NCT ID NCT07250659

First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated May 22, 2026 · Updated 16 times

Summary

This study tested two popular diets—intermittent fasting (16:8 schedule) and the Mediterranean diet—in 120 adults with obesity. Both groups cut 500 calories daily for 4 weeks. Researchers measured weight and BMI changes to see which approach worked better.

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Locations

  • European University of Lefke

    Lefka, 99770, Cyprus

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