Most people focus on what they eat, but when you eat (or don’t eat) might matter even more.
Fasting activates autophagy, your body’s way of cleaning out damaged cells and regenerating healthier ones. It’s like taking out the cellular trash. And the best part? It’s completely FREE.
Science-Backed Benefits of Fasting:
– Immune System Reset: Prolonged fasting stimulates stem cell regeneration, repairing and strengthening the immune system .
– Metabolic Health & Insulin Sensitivity: Improves blood sugar regulation, reduces insulin resistance, and lowers the risk of metabolic diseases.
– Inflammation Control: Fasting reduces pro-inflammatory markers, supporting gut health, joint health, and overall longevity.
– Brain Health & Cognitive Function: Increases BDNF (brain-derived neurotrophic factor), which protects neurons, enhances memory, and may reduce the risk of neurodegenerative diseases.
– Longevity & Anti-Aging: Fasting lowers oxidative stress and activates pathways linked to longer lifespan and cellular repair.
– C@ncer Therapy Support: Research suggests fasting makes c@ncer cells more vulnerable to treatment while protecting healthy stem cells.
How to Start Fasting:
– Time-Restricted Eating (TRE): 14-16 hours fasting, 8-10 hours eating window.
– Intermittent Fasting (IF): Alternate fasting days with normal eating days.
– Prolonged Fasting: 24-48+ hours for deeper metabolic and immune benefits (consult a professional before extended fasts).
What benefits have you noticed from fasting? Tell me in the comments!
Repost from the great @dr.mindypelz, a fasting and hormone expert who wrote a great book on fasting for women called Fast Like a Girl.
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