July 30, 2024 by DeeDee Stiepan, Mayo Clinic News Network Credit: CC0 Public DomainSome say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Is it really? That’s up for debate. However, skipping the first meal is not the healthiest choice and can even put someone at risk for health issues. In this Mayo...
THE MOUNT SINAI HOSPITAL / MOUNT SINAI SCHOOL OF MEDICINE IMAGE: THE IMAGE SHOWS THAT DURING FASTING A SPECIFIC REGION IN THE BRAIN CONTROLS REDISTRIBUTION OF MONOCYTES IN THE BLOOD WITH CONSEQUENCES ON RESPONSE TO INFECTION UPON REFEEDING. CREDIT: MOUNT SINAI HEALTH SYSTEM Fasting may be detrimental to fighting off infection, and could lead to...
