A new study shows that a type of fasting diet similar to one popularised by Michael Mosley could help us live 12 percent longer.

So, back to the Fast 800 diet – we wanted to find out for ourselves whether or not Mosley’s signature diet is actually a viable one, and whether or not nutritionists recommend following it.

Dr Michael Mosley, the author and presenter who revolutionised the way Britain fights the obesity crisis, has been found dead after a five-day search on a Greek island, his wife has said.

Michael Mosley obituary: television doctor whose work changed thousands of lives TV doctor was known for his popularisation of the 5:2 diet and his cheerful willingness to use himself as a guinea pig ...