Apr 11, 2024, 07:21 PM IST
Fasting promotes weight loss, inflammation reduction, waist size reduction, and body fat reduction without harming muscles, even with sporadic fasting.
Research shows that fasting once a week and consuming water daily can lower diabetes risk, reduce cholesterol levels, and lower blood pressure.
Prolonged fasting can rejuvenate the immune system by regenerating immune cells to conserve energy and fight against diseases.
Fasting helps the body eliminate energy-consuming substances, excreting toxins, and increasing endorphin levels, which contribute to feelings of happiness and well-being.
Fasting reduces triglycerides, causing heart diseases, while not harming good cholesterol.
Fatty tissue secretes hormones like Leptin, which affects post-meal feelings. Fasting promotes weight loss, making the body more receptive to hunger and satiety signals.
Fasting slows down aging in animals and reduces free radicals, contributing to aging in humans, with some suggesting it may increase life span.
Some research suggests that omega-3 fatty acids may help improve bone density and reduce the risk of osteoporosis, particularly in postmenopausal women.
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