Research
A 24-hour fast triggers a surprising repair response in the gut
The Brief
- Scientists report that a 24-hour fast increases a beneficial gut bacterium.
- The bacterium helps the intestines regenerate after radiation damage.
- The findings are preclinical, so they are not yet tested in human treatment.
Why it matters
The work points to a possible way to protect healthy intestinal tissue during cancer radiotherapy, though it remains at an early research stage.
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- #fasting
- #radiation injury
- #intestinal repair
- #cancer therapy
Scientists have discovered that fasting for just 24 hours increases a beneficial gut bacterium that helps the intestines regenerate after radiation damage. The preclinical findings could pave the way for new treatments that protect healthy tissue during cancer therapy…
Timeline
ScienceDaily reports the preclinical findings on fasting and gut bacteria
Health & Medicine News -- ScienceDaily
A 24-hour fast triggers a surprising repair response in the gut