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AI Summary
- Intermittent fasting increases gut bacterial diversity and T-regulatory immune cells; 5 days of water fasting reduces IGF-1 levels by 50%
- Fasting mimetic compounds like resveratrol and spermidine activate similar cellular pathways to caloric restriction through sirtuin and protein acetylation mechanisms
- Fasting triggers autophagy and has applications for managing autoimmune diseases and supporting longevity and healthspan