Intermittent Fasting Tied to Increased Risk of Cardiovascular Death

New research from the American Heart Association suggests that practicing intermittent fasting, particularly restricting food consumption to less than eight hours per day, may increase the risk of dying from cardiovascular disease by 91 percent. While intermittent fasting for a short period may have benefits, practicing it for longer periods could lead to lower lean muscle mass and increased stress hormones, both of which are linked to a higher risk of heart problems.