Each cell contains multiple parts that keep it functioning continuously. Over time, these parts may become defective or stop performing and become waste inside an otherwise healthy cell. For example, when damaged proteins, discarded organelles, or other wastes appear inside our cells, the efficiency of normal cell operation is reduced.
Autophagy is equivalent to the body’s cellular recycling system that decomposes and recycles cell parts and waste. At the same time, it repurposes the salvageable bits and pieces into new, usable cell parts to generate energy and repair the cells, keeping the latter healthy and helping to prevent the incidence of diseases. Fasting triggers the autophagy process, and cells will automatically enter self-repair mode.
This helps to remove waste from our bodies and improves the health of cells. These cases demonstrate that fasting can profoundly affect the health of our cells and even help treat diseases. Fasting is not about starving yourself, but rather managing your diet more intelligently so that your body has time to repair itself.
During the fasting period, drink enough water and keep up with nutritional balance by choosing the right foods in your meals to ensure adequate nutritional intake..
