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.

The Use of Total Starvation in the Management of Chronic Obesity

Schultz, A. L., Werner, L. A., Kerlow, A.
Minn Med 1965

The Glucagon Response of Fasting Obese Subjects

Haro, E. N., Blum, S. F., Faloon, W. W.
Metabolism 1965

Metabolic Studies in Prolonged Fasting. Ii. Organic Metabolism

Rapoport, A., From, G. L., Husdan, H.
Metabolism 1965

Metabolic Studies in Prolonged Fasting. I. Inorganic Metabolism and Kidney Function

Rapoport, A., From, G. L., Husdan, H.
Metabolism 1965

Lactic Acidosis and Death after the Treatment of Obesity by Fasting

Cubberley, P. T., Polster, S. A., Schulman, C. L.
N Engl J Med 1965