"Fasting for weight loss", is probably the most
ignored method of losing weight, yet it has been proven to be a very
effective alternative.
When most persons think about the whole
idea of "fasting weight loss", they tend to shy away because they view
it as too torturous and inhumane; while others view fasting as a
fanatical practice only done by highly spiritual gurus.
"Effects of fasting" - what happens in your body when you fast ?
When
you fast, you abstain from food by drinking purely water (water fast)
or natural fruit juice (juice fast), in order to allow the body to
initiate its natural healing/cleansing mechanism, which is
detoxification. Detoxification is a process by which the body
eliminates or neutralizes toxins form the colon, liver, kidney, lungs,
lymph glands and skin.
When food is no longer entering the body,
the body turns to fat reserves for energy, These fat reserves were
created when excess glucose and carbohydrates were not used for energy
or growth, or excreted, so are therefore converted into fat. When these
fat reserves are used for energy during a fast, it releases chemicals
(toxins) which are then eliminated through the above mentioned organs.
Though
fasting detoxifies the body, its also recommended that a "parasite
cleanse" is done to have a complete detoxification result.
Fasting - and not starvation
Another
reason why people shy away from using fasting as a means to attain
weight loss, they think it will make them starve to death or harm them
in some other way.
The truth is, only improper fasting leads to
starvation or cause other complications. Fasting is only harmful when
done without liquid in-take or if continued after hunger returns - when
on a total fast. Hunger returning is an indication that all the fat
reserves have been used up; usually occurs on a total fast which
extends beyond three days. That intense hunger first felt will
gradually leave after the first 24 - 36hrs, but returns when all the
fat reserves have been completely used up, at this point the fast
should be discontinued.
The first step before you begin your fasting
The
first step I would urge you to do is to talk to your doctor, (but be
warned, not all doctors are trained in this area and may posses limited
understanding of fasting). But the wisest choice still, is to have a
thorough check up (physical examination) to ensure you are in good
health. By taking an examination, you may discover you have a physical
condition that makes fasting unsafe or dangerous. And also, if you are
on medication, be sure to have a talk with your doctor before making
the step.
Examples of persons who should not fast without doctors' advice, and/or professional supervision
" Woman who are pregnant or nursing
" Anyone with tumors, bleeding ulcers, cancer, blood diseases, or heart disease
" If you suffer from chronic problem with kidneys, liver, lungs, heart, and other organs
" Persons who are taking insulin for diabetes, or suffer from other blood sugar problem such as hyperglycemia
Even
if you fall in the above mentioned category, don't be discouraged, like
I said, first go and get a check up from your doctor.
It would
also be better if such persons part-takes in a supervised "fasting
weight loss" program, where the fasting is monitored by a trained
individual (there are therapeutic fasting centers that offer this
service for a charge). But remember to first check with your doctor
before taking that route.
How does "fasting for weight loss" works?
When
you fast, you take a break from the consumption of food thus giving
your body a rest, allowing accumulated toxic waste matters to be
removed. That's why liquid in-take becomes necessary, because it speeds
up the detoxification process allowing toxins to be eliminated and
excreted from the body mainly through urination.
The byproduct of
this method of detoxification is the removal and reduction of unhealthy
body fat, hence producing significant weight loss.
How much weight can I expect to loose?
Weight
loss through fasting depends on two things: how quick your body takes
to purge it self, and the length of the fast. For some people, they
will start seeing results in as little as three days, while with
others, it may require a longer length of time or several phases of
fasting to see significant weight reduction.
But to retain and
maintain the obtained benefits of fasting weight loss, it is important
that you first rid your body of parasite by taking a parasite cleanse,
then stick to a balance and nutritious diet that will help you to have
less toxic build up in your body allowing you to keep a stable weight.
Fasting
for weight loss is without a doubt one of the best methods of losing
weight, because it leads to the elimination of poisonous toxins from
your body and restores your health; but as effective as it has proven
to be, it should also be accompanied by a "parasite cleanse" to ensure
the "benefits of fasting" isn't lost.
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"parasite cleanse" - how it relates to weight loss and why it's
essential that you get those nasty little critters out of your body,
click the link bellow. You will also see a video that will shock you
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and why it is important that you have one done to ensure your weight
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