Fasting Literature Database

Biomedical publications about prolonged water-only fasting from 1881-1999

TrueNorth Health Foundation has meticulously curated an extensive database of historical literature on prolonged water-only fasting dating back to the late 19th century.

This collection serves as a valuable resource for researchers, healthcare professionals, and individuals interested in exploring early perspectives and research on the effects of water-only fasting in humans.

These publications span a range of topics, including physiological effects, clinical applications, and historical reviews, that offer insights into the rich history and evolving understanding of fasting as a therapeutic intervention.

Electrolyte excretion in subjects fasting in tropical environment

Schloeder, F. X., Stinebaugh, B. J.
Arch Intern Med 1965

Uric acid excretion and ketosis in fasting

Cheifetz, P. N.
Metabolism 1965

Contraindications and therapeutic results of fasting in obese patients

Duncan, G. G., Duncan, T. G., Schless, G. L., Cristofori, F. C.
Ann N Y Acad Sci 1965

Intermittent total fasts and obesity; indications, results and preventable hazards

Duncan, G. G., Hunscher, M. A., Cristofori, F. C., Duncan, T. G., Schless, G. L.
Postgrad Med 1965

Vitamin excretion studies in starving obese subjects. Some possible interpretations for vitamin nutriture

Swendseid, M. E., Schick, G., Vinyard, E., Drenick, E. J.
Am J Clin Nutr 1965

Alterations in adrenal cortical function in fasting obese subjects

Schachner, S. H., Wieland, R. G., Maynard, D. E., Kruger, F. A., Hamwi, G. J.
Metabolism 1965