Our ancestors had established the practice of fasting for spiritual reasons. According to me citing God was only to establish a routine practice to fast once in every 2 weeks.
Were they aware of its health benefits? May be they were I personally believe so! As we, are aware digestion is the most energy consuming process.
We can fast once in two weeks to give a break to our digestive system. Is fasting good for our health below is the scientific facts associated with fasting. So what happens inside us when we do not eat for a while?
1. There is a drop in blood sugar level. Therefore, to get energy our body burns fat, which is good news!
2. There is a five-fold increase of human growth hormone (HGH) in our blood. HGH helps regulate body structure, body fluids, fat metabolism, heart function, muscle and bone growth.
3. The body works on cellular repair, processes such as removing waste material from the cells.
4. Helps alleviate insulin resistance.
5. It could also benefit against aging, its related diseases.
As we have talked about the health benefits of fasting, let us see a typical fasting diet plan.
We can fast once in two weeks to give a break to our digestive system. Is fasting good for our health below is the scientific facts associated with fasting. So what happens inside us when we do not eat for a while?
1. There is a drop in blood sugar level. Therefore, to get energy our body burns fat, which is good news!
2. There is a five-fold increase of human growth hormone (HGH) in our blood. HGH helps regulate body structure, body fluids, fat metabolism, heart function, muscle and bone growth.
3. The body works on cellular repair, processes such as removing waste material from the cells.
4. Helps alleviate insulin resistance.
5. It could also benefit against aging, its related diseases.
As we have talked about the health benefits of fasting, let us see a typical fasting diet plan.
Drink plenty of water
Breakfast
2 cups of milk (can be taken @ intervals)
Medium sized banana
Lunch
Oats porridge
Early dinner
Rice/tortillas, lentils, vegetables
Optional (before going to bed)
Fruits
No comments:
Post a Comment