Comparing Intermittent Fasting and Calorie Counting for Weight Loss: What Science Reveals

A study conducted by the University of Illinois Chicago found that time-restricted eating (intermittent fasting) and traditional calorie counting led to similar weight loss outcomes among adults with obesity. Participants in the time-restricted eating group consumed fewer calories and lost more weight over a year compared to those who made no changes to their eating habits. Additionally, the study showed that time-restricted eating improved insulin sensitivity. Further research is needed to understand individual responses to each dietary intervention.