Pancreatitis, or inflammation of the pancreas, is a painful condition. It can happen suddenly, repeatedly or cause chronic inflammation. This data shows that pancreatic enzyme therapy is associated with fewer acute episodes, but the researchers emphasize the need for a clinical trial to show the true impact.

People practice fasting for various reasons, including spiritual, personal or health reasons. The length of time for fasting can vary based on a person’s individual goals, or the fast may be an established timeline for a religious observation.