9 Days Navratri Special: Benefits of Fasting

Health Benefits of Fasting

The Navratri fast benefits are listed as follows:

● Weight Loss

While fasting can help in losing weight, there are some rules to follow like don’t overeat when you end the fast and drink plenty of water while you are fasting as increased hydration can speed up your metabolism and increase your body’s ability to burn fat.

● Detox

This is undoubtedly one of the best health benefits of fasting. We are habitual to eating processed food items and junk food that are toxic to our health and have long-term ill effects on the body, and fasting is a good opportunity to detox.

● Cell Repair

While many think that fasting can make us weak but it is not completely right. Right nourishment and a healthy fasting diet plan can help you build muscles and it is also very effective for repairing cells in muscles.

● Stress Reduction

Fasting can aid in reducing oxidative stress levels and also fight against inflammation induced by the increased oxidative stress level.

● Heart Health

Fasting can improve many risk factors pertaining to blood triglycerides, blood sugar level, LDL, and many others that are harmful to the heart. With the Navratri fasting diet, you can all the more improve the health of your heart.

● Mental Health

This is one of the major benefits of fasting. It can reduce inflammation, oxidative stress, and increase the production of nerve cells in the brain. It can also protect brain cells against stroke.

● Reduces Bloating

Helpful Guidelines for a Healthy Fast

• Stay hydrated

• Consume tiny portions of food

• Make a food plan to follow for each day

• Pick foods low in fat

• Avoid starvation as it can cause weakness, anemia, weariness, and even migraines. Continue eating small meals throughout the day to get things started.

• Get enough sleep every night to prevent health risks

• Don’t skip your workout. Opt for low-intensity exercises as it will help boost your mood and even improve blood circulation in your body.

• Make time for relaxation and meditation daily to reduce stress.

Precautions to Take When Fasting

Consulting a doctor before beginning a fast is always advisable. Below mentioned are few things to keep in mind while fasting.

• Monitor your blood pressure

• Don’t fast if you are diabetic as fasting can result in a sharp drop in blood sugar levels, which can be highly dangerous.

• Avoid engaging in a strict fasting regimen