4. Fasting help get rid of pimples and acne
Yes, fasting has been able to help people clear pimples and acne; and help get a better and fresher skin. I mentioned above that when we fast, we reduce the load we put on our digestive system.
While the body is been relieved of that function of digestion, it’s able to focus its regenerative energies on other systems. Part of these regenerations will take place on the skin. In fact, not eating anything for just one day has shown to help the body clean up the toxins and regulate the functioning of other organs of the body like liver, kidneys and other parts.
5. Improvement of Brain and Cognitive Functions
Fasting helps to improve brain functions. Fasting helps to boost the production of a protein called brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF). This protein activates brain stem cells to convert into new neurons, and triggers numerous other chemicals that promote neural health.
It has also been reported that fasting protects brain cells from undergoing changes that are characteristic of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease. So why wouldn’t you fast? Intermittent fasting boosts our brain function.
Finally, fasting also improves our immune system by reducing free radical damage and regulating inflammatory conditions in the body.
I knew about most of these already but the new ones like living longer and improving skin are quite amazing.