Discussion
cancer, Cancer
CANCER, DISEASE, RECRUITMENT, CANCER
This study aimed to evaluate the feasibility of iFIRE-C, with the goal of incorporating patient feedback. Key patient perspectives were gathered in a multi-pronged approach, which included virtual FGs and an online survey. Overall, our analyses show that the patients were receptive to the concept of IF if it would help the disease outcome.A recent review notes that various short-term RCTs have shown that fasting may impact cancer risk factors, but long-term trials have not shown significant improvements, and further research is required [Cancer is associated with emotional distress [This study revealed that patients had tried diet modifications in the past, and all had some knowledge about IF and would be willing to try it. They perceived a clinical trial in that area as feasible and appeared interested in fasting for weight management. Patients deemed the proposed study design to be feasible as well. Notably, the gradual increase of the fasting window and the availability of support were viewed as especially positive. Feedback regarding the study assessments centered on the convenience of all aspects of clinic visits and sample collections. This is consistent with previous research suggesting that patient convenience can support intervention adherence [Regarding recruitment, both FG participants and survey respondents appreciated being approached by a medical professional. Previous research has emphasized the importance of the patient-provider relationship in recruitment [