Fasting and its effects on metabolism and immunity
Part of Hormones & metabolism, Immune system & allergy clinical trials.
This study looks at how fasting affects your body's metabolism and immune system. It may help researchers understand if planned periods of not eating can improve health.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is 18.5 or higher.
- You are able to handle some hunger without serious discomfort.
- You are not pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
- You do not have liver, kidney, heart, or blood vessel disease.
- You have not taken antibiotics in the last 3 months or probiotic or prebiotic supplements in the last month.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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