Fasting after 60 changes more than waistlines, exposing a trade-off many dieters never see coming

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A new study reveals that intermittent fasting produces unexpected physiological changes in people over 60, beyond the weight loss that dieters expect. While the practice remains effective for shedding pounds, researchers found that older adults experience metabolic shifts that younger fasters do not, raising questions about whether the trade-offs are worth it. The findings suggest that age significantly alters how the body responds to calorie restriction, even when weight loss occurs normally. Scientists warn that the hidden dangers, still being fully characterized, complicate the one-size-fits-all advice often given about intermittent fasting.