10 Benefits of Fasting
Fasting Benefit #3: Improves Blood Pressure and Heart Health
According to the American Heart Association, cardiovascular disease claims more lives than all cancers and respiratory diseases combined in the United States. That is a significant amount, therefore, maintaining a healthy blood pressure can help reduce health risks, such as heart attack or stroke.
Caution will need to be taken regarding fasting because electrolyte imbalances that may cause heart irregularities may occur. If you have high blood pressure, consider trying fasting under the supervision of a medical professional. In one study on the effect of intermittent fasting, a significant decrease in blood pressure values were shown.
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