Fasting is above all a purification of the soul and body, and many around the world fast for religious motives. Scientists have done research to find out what is happening to the body during the fasting period, and have discovered many amazing things.
In a report published by the Russian site FBI, Alina Vasilets presented a set of facts that you need to know about fasting, especially its benefits to the body and things to avoid during it, and the proper diet during this period.
Reduce weight during fasting
The writer says that fasting is different from diets of short cuts from eating, and they fast regularly get rid of their bodies from excess weight.
The body, when we eat greedily, stores excess fat, but when we refrain from eating for certain periods it adapts and stops storing fat, consuming all the sugar and fat stored for extra energy.
Fasting boosts immunity
Those who fast do not only lose weight but also protect themselves from many diseases, as this practice enhances the functioning of the immune system. American scientist Mark Matson conducted a study that showed that fasting activates the immune system and the body's ability to restore damaged cells.
Some animal experiments have shown that the fasting diet reduces cholesterol and the risk of Alzheimer's disease, and ultimately increases energy and life expectancy.
Experiments in mice in 2014 after fasting showed that they had benefited from a decrease in tissue infections and a decrease in blood sugar as well.
Fasting promotes thinking
Many people who are fasting feel greatly improved in their mental functions and clarity in thinking, as the body begins to provide some energy that was spent in digestion, and as a result of this transformation, the human body feels light and more active, and sleep becomes better.
Draw goals
Before you start fasting, you must set clear goals. From positive thoughts, it becomes more appealing to act gently and show interest, thanks and avoid nervousness.
Good planning for food selection
It is important to choose to eat carefully in order to obtain the necessary nutrients for the body, which should consist mainly of vegetables, fruits, cereals, mushrooms, nuts, bread and fish.
The author points out that maintaining health depends not only on reducing food intake, but also on increasing fluids. Doctors recommend healthy drinks such as water, natural juices, herbal teas, chamomile and lemon, which are delicious and beneficial to the body.
Fasting does not guarantee weight loss
The writer says that many lose kilograms of weight in the period of fasting, but this is not always certain, because fasting is not a medicine for all diseases, but is one of the rituals and spiritual stages experienced by man to develop himself.
As for the impact on weight, doctors can determine, and some can only fast intermittently, or one day a week.
In conclusion, the author notes that doctors do not advise young children, pregnant and lactating women to fast, as well as those who suffer from chronic diseases or acute health problems.
Fasting is not recommended for people with diabetes and some hormonal diseases, and those suffering from insomnia or severe depression can worsen their condition even more, so they should consult a doctor before fasting.