Randomized Trialhigh evidence
A novel fasting mimetic (Mimio) creates fasting-like benefits to hunger control, oxidative stress, and cardiometabolic health in humans.
Scientific reports·February 20, 2026·PMID 41720867
Why it mattersThis is the first human trial to show that a daily supplement can mimic fasting-like metabolic benefits without actual caloric restriction, offering a potential adjunct for patients struggling with traditional fasting or lifestyle changes.
The papers that matter, first.
MedLit ranks the medical literature into a specialty feed with concise summaries, evidence-aware triage, and visual takeaways.
§
MedLit · Evidence, Distilled