With the season of Lent, many follow the tradition of skipping some meals and even fasting for entire days. Many think this could be harmful when, in reality, it brings more benefits than problems. Here are the benefits of fasting

 

  Research has been conducted on both people who fast for religious reasons and those who do it for political reasons, and here are some of the many benefits that have been discovered: - Fasters enjoy greater mental clarity, mood, and work capacity after not eating for three days to a week and then properly refeeding.   - There have also been cases where the fasting subject achieves greater defense against infections and epidemics, making them more resistant to recurring diseases like the flu.   - It is also known that fasting individuals can heal from certain previously considered chronic conditions, such as asthma, allergies, arthritis, and hypertension.   - In southern France and some cities in London, there are clinics where controlled fasting is practiced as a method of vitality, as the rejuvenation of the body resulting from not eating for 7 to 10 days has shown an improvement in the sexual lives of couples.   - Fasting is one of the oldest methods of bodily purification that exists. Great yoga masters agree that depriving oneself of food for a few days clarifies the body and restores vitality.   - When fasting, liquids such as water and green tea are allowed, so the result for the body is hydration and energy without the heaviness of food.   - It has been proven that after fasting, your body develops aversions to certain types of foods, and this is a message from you to yourself about what types of foods your body wants to reject to stay healthy.     Remember that fasting can bring you many benefits and change your lifestyle; just remember to do it carefully, gradually, and if possible, with the help of a nutritionist who can recommend supplements and methods to get the best results.    

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