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The Miracle Doctor: EVERYONE should start Fasting right now! (NEW SCIENCE) Dr. Mindy Pelz

The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett

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The Science of Fasting: Fueling Your Brain and Boosting Hormones

Fasting activates the body's fat-burning energy system, producing ketones that repair the brain and improve mental clarity. After about 12 hours of fasting, hunger decreases and growth hormone increases. A 15-hour fast also boosts testosterone levels and reduces inflammation. Continuing to fast for 17 hours triggers autophagy, a process that eliminates damaged cells and strengthens the remaining ones.

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