Study of flies raises doubts about fasting leading to longer lives

Tuesday, July 14, 2009 - 05:42 in Paleontology & Archaeology

They're called "fruit flies" for a reason, and it sure isn't for lack of appetite. But like most animals, the pests typically lose their appetite when they get infected. We humans go them one better: Even when bug-free and hungry, some of us are tempted to do some serious fasting, in hopes of living longer, healthier lives.

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