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A 24-hour fast triggers a surprising repair response in the gut Scientists have discovered that fasting for just 24 hours increases a beneficial gut bacterium that helps the intestines regenerate after radiation damage.
Scientists have discovered that fasting for just 24 hours increases a beneficial gut bacterium that helps the intestines regenerate after radiation damage.
Dr. Kai NakamuraChief Science CorrespondentPublished Nov 8, 2026 at 12:10 PM EST · 1 min read
A 24-hour fast triggers a surprising repair response in the gut Scientists have discovered that fasting for just 24 hours increases a beneficial gut bacterium that helps the intestines regenerate after radiation damage. Scientists have discovered that fasting for just 24 hours increases a beneficial gut bacterium that helps the intestines regenerate after radiation damage.
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