Source-honest research brief
ChatGPT / Claude / Gemini prompt — paste into ChatGPT, Claude or Gemini
You are a research assistant. Write a tight, neutral brief on the topic below in under 200 words: 3-5 key findings as bullets, each tagged [well-established] or [contested], then end with 2 open questions. Do not invent citations; where the evidence is thin, say so plainly. Topic: **The health effects of intermittent fasting.**
📄 Example result:
## Intermittent Fasting: Health Effects Brief Intermittent fasting (IF) involves cycling between periods of voluntary fasting and eating. Research into its health impacts suggests several potential benefits, though outcomes vary. Key Findings: * Weight loss and improved body composition have been observed in some studies. [well-established] * Improved insulin sensitivity and blood sugar regulation are suggested mechanisms. [well-established] * Impacts on longevity and specific disease prevention are not consistently demonstrated across human trials. [contested] * Potential side effects, such as headaches or fatigue, are reported, particularly during initial adaptation. [well-established] The mechanisms by which IF induces cellular repair (e.g., autophagy) are supported by laboratory models but require more human validation. Furthermore, long-term safety profiles for different IF protocols (e.g., 5:2 vs. Alternate Day Fasting) remain unclear.
💡 Why it works: Force a [well-established] vs [contested] tag on every point so weak claims can't masquerade as facts.