A 24-hour fast triggers a surprising repair response in the gut

Scientists found that a 24-hour fast increases a beneficial gut bacterium that helps the intestines regenerate after radiation damage. The preclinical findings could pave the way for treatments that protect healthy tissue during cancer therapy, potentially without requiring patients to fast.

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