10 Benefits of Fasting
Fasting Benefit #5: Helps Depression
The World Health Organization predicts that depression will be on the rise around the world and will be the leading cause of disease by 2030. As insulin has shown to be strongly related to depression, high blood sugar and insulin is to blame. With intermittent fasting, it helps regulate blood sugar levels. Normal blood sugar levels will lead to a better mood.
In a study with 32 healthy men, they were to follow a calorie restricted diet with intermittent fasting for 3 months. Mood was assessed along with weight, body mass index, and body fat. It was concluded that a fasting and calorie restricted diet improved their moods and nutritional status.
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