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This review explores the effects of intermittent fasting on metabolic health and hormonal responses during menopausal transition, focusing on sex differences.

April 26, 2026NutrientsOpen Access

Sexual Dimorphism and Menopausal Transition: A Narrative Review of the Metabolic and Physical Effects of Intermittent Fasting

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This review explores the effects of intermittent fasting on metabolic health and hormonal responses during menopausal transition, focusing on sex differences.
Narrative review assessing physiological effects of intermittent fasting in relation to metabolic improvement and hormonal balance.
Evaluation of clinical evidence regarding cardiovascular risk and safety in both genders.
Intermittent fasting improved insulin sensitivity and metabolic outcomes in both men and women.
In men, it may modestly reduce testosterone without affecting muscle mass or strength.
In women, particularly postmenopausal and those with hyperandrogenic conditions, intermittent fasting showed favorable effects on metabolic health.

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Narrative review highlights intermittent fasting's metabolic benefits and hormonal responses in men and women, suggesting effective dietary strategies for obesity management.

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Drinnon et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69edac9b4a46254e215b4563 https://doi.org/10.3390/nu18091344

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Narrative review highlights intermittent fasting's metabolic benefits and hormonal responses in men and women, suggesting effective dietary strategies for obesity management.

Sexual Dimorphism and Menopausal Transition: A Narrative Review of the Metabolic and Physical Effects of Intermittent Fasting

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Sexual Dimorphism and Menopausal Transition: A Narrative Review of the Metabolic and Physical Effects of Intermittent Fasting

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