Biology : Fasting
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Fasting Fasting is an ancient form of "dieting" which comes with health benefits as well. Instead of using the energy to digest food, it gets used for cleansing the body of accumulated toxins and healing any damaged parts. As the fasting progresses, the body attempts to consume anything that isn't essential for the body to function. This includes bacteria, viruses, waste products in the blood and stored fat. Although not generally advertised to the general public, not because of medical dangers, but because of the average person's willpower, many celebrities incorporate short fasts into their schedules, to help keep their weight down, and to help keep the body healthy. Contrary to belief, the human body has always been evolutionary designed to fast, and the body does this very efficiently. The most dramatic changes happen within the first three days of the fast. This happens because the body switches from different sources of fuel....

