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Wondering About Fasting?

Welcome to our website. The purpose of this physician supported site is to educate you about the science and philosophy of fasting.

Fasting can have profound effects on your body, mind, and spirit. A sensible practice of fasting means far more than just going without food for a set period of time. As the graphic to the right illustrates, we believe the practice of fasting encompasses thoughtful nourishment and a regularly planned schedule of activity. This appropriately manages the physiological stress (the stress to your body) that occurs during the process.

This “philosophy” is based on both a careful review of the existing literature as well as first hand experience. A balanced perspective on fasting recognizes that for some it can be an instrumental part of a healthy lifestyle. It must also be recognized that true fasting is not for everyone. Therefore, before you engage in fasting we ask that you look over our quick survey (Click here) to help make sure the experience is right for you.

To learn more about the many aspects of fasting, explore the subjects we’ve provided to the left. If you’re currently engaged in a fasting experience and would like to voice a question or concern to the greater “fasting community” OR just want to see what others have to say about their experiences visit our interactive blog. For those who prefer a book format, the authors of this website are currently working on a book, “The Fasting Lifestyle” that will hopefully be available soon. However, all the information contained in the book can be found here as well. We hope this site offers you the necessary resources to discover a healthier way of life. Enjoy!

Health Risks of Extended Fasting
Information, References, Articles and Resources on the Health Risks Associated with Fasting

Health Benefits to Fasting
Outline of the established and unestablished benefits of fasting

The Risks of Fasting With Thyroid Disease
Brief discussion of the risks extended fasting with thyroid disease

The Risks of Medication Interactions With Fasting
A discussion on the risks that medications pose during fasting

The Risks Associated With Fasting and Cancer
A discussion of the risks that a cancer patient undertakes when fasting.

The Risks Associated with Fasting During Pregnancy
A brief discussion on the risks endured when fasting during pregnancy

The Risks of Fasting With An Eating Disorder
A frank discussion on the risks of fasting when you have been diagnosed with an eating disorder.

The Risks of Fasting In The Elderly and Children
A discussion on the risks of fasting when practiced by the elderly or children.

Risks of Fasting With a Cardiac Arrthythmia
A discussion of the risks of fasting when a known cardiac arrhythmia is present

The Risks of Fasting Associated with Liver Disease
A discussion on the risks of fasting when liver disease is present.

The Risks of Fasting With Abnormal Sodium Levels
A discussion on the risks of fasting with abnormal low or high sodium levels (hypernatremia/hyponatremia).

The Risks of Fasting With Intestinal Disease
A discussion on the risks of fasting with the presences of intestinal disease.

The Risks of Fasting When You Are Underweight
A discussion of the risks of fasting in the underweight or low body mass index individual.

Fasting Side Effects
A list and discussion on the common side effects associated with fasting.

Fasting, side effects, and dehydration
A discussion on the side effects of fasting causing dehydration

Fasting and the potential side effect of fainting.
How fasting can lead to the side effect of fainting.

Extended fasting Producing the Side Effect of Vomiting
A discussion on what causes vomiting during fasting.

Complete guidelines for fasting
A comprehensive discussion on the guidelines to follow while fasting.


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