Apr 11, 2024, 07:21 PM IST

8 health benefits of fasting

Varnika Srivastava

Fasting promotes weight loss, inflammation reduction, waist size reduction, and body fat reduction without harming muscles, even with sporadic fasting.

Weight loss

Research shows that fasting once a week and consuming water daily can lower diabetes risk, reduce cholesterol levels, and lower blood pressure.

Increased insulin sensitivity

Prolonged fasting can rejuvenate the immune system by regenerating immune cells to conserve energy and fight against diseases.

Boosts immunity

Fasting helps the body eliminate energy-consuming substances, excreting toxins, and increasing endorphin levels, which contribute to feelings of happiness and well-being.

Detoxification

Fasting reduces triglycerides, causing heart diseases, while not harming good cholesterol.

Lowers 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.

Increases Leptin Receptivity

Fasting slows down aging in animals and reduces free radicals, contributing to aging in humans, with some suggesting it may increase life span.

Makes look younger

Some research suggests that omega-3 fatty acids may help improve bone density and reduce the risk of osteoporosis, particularly in postmenopausal women.

Boosts brain activity

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