"After controlling for several factors that protect against heart disease, the researchers found that only fasting made a significant difference in lowering the risk of heart disease. Among 448 people surveyed, intermittent fasting was associated with more than a 40% reduction in heart disease risk. Fasting was also linked to a lower incidence of diabetes. The study was published in October in the American Journal of Cardiology."
For the full story go to:
http://www.latimes.com/features/health/la-he-fasting2-2009feb02,0,2007563.story
According to the article, even asthma patients benefited from intermittent fasting.
Everyone can benefit from intermittent fasting for it not only helps control weight, but offsets many diseases and prolongs life.
Do you agree?
Tuesday, February 3, 2009
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