Research
Metabolic adaptation
Short-term markers of caloric restriction seen in animal models appear to occur in humans subject to caloric restriction.
Markers of caloric restriction in humans may reflect those observed in animal studies, indicating potential metabolic adaptations.
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Short-term markers of CR seen in animal models appear to occur in humans subject to CR also.
Why this rating
The claim is based on a review of existing studies.
Source
Physiologic Effects of Lowering Caloric Intake in Nonhuman Primates and Nonobese Humans
Susan B. Roberts et al. · The Journals of Gerontology Series A · 2001
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