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100 minNRdocumentary
5.8/ 10(8 ratings)• TMDB
NutritionPublic Health Emergencies
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Fifty-four experts, including scientists and medical professionals, discuss seven fasting methods as potential remedies for chronic illnesses.

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Why Watch

  • Meet 54 experts discussing fasting's health impacts.
  • Find out about seven fasting methods.
  • See personal accounts of health improvements.

Did You Know

  • The film examines seven different methods of fasting.
  • 54 experts, including scientists and medical professionals, are interviewed.
  • The documentary runs for 100 minutes.
  • Fasting is presented as a potential remedy for chronic illnesses.

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Health enthusiastsDietary researchersChronic illness advocates
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are some methods of fasting discussed in the documentary?

Seven fasting methods are examined, including Time-Restricted Feeding, Intermittent Fasting, and Long-Term Water Fasting.

Who directed the documentary on fasting?

The documentary was directed by Doug Orchard.

How many experts were interviewed in the documentary?

Fifty-four experts, including scientists and medical professionals, were interviewed.

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