Because Mormons have a few distinct habits that could have health ramifications, studies of them in relation to other USAmericans who otherwise share pretty much the same lifestyle, is proving to be pretty helpful research-wise. And here's a further result looking at heart health: "only fasting made a significant difference in heart risks: 59 percent of periodic meal skippers were diagnosed with heart disease versus 67 percent of the others."
The Mormon discipline is to fast one day in a month.
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