Feb 17, 2020 · Dr. Mattson and his colleague Rafael de Cabo at the aging institute recently reviewed the effects of intermittent fasting on health, aging and disease in The New England Journal of Medicine. Jun 17, 2020 · From article: Sumo Wrestlers, Gaining Weight & Intermittent Fasting How To Gain Weight Like A Sumo Wrestler They skip breakfast. This helps slow down your metabolism in the morning. Eating speeds it up. Exercise in a fasted state / empty stomach for 3-5 hours. This increases cortisol and...