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36 hour fasting benefits
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Why is it considered good for the gut to fast once seasonally for 24 to 72 hours? what other health benefits would such fasting bring?
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Can occasional fasting benefit someone who has crohn's disease and how long can someone fast from food without it being life threatening?
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16/8 intermittent fasting. is it heart healthy? benefits, risks?
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Taking indiangooseberry extract for supposed health benefits.fasting glucose avging 80.in past avg high 90s.but no change in a1c.how is this possible?
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I was thinking of fasting 1x/wk for heart health. is it enough for a benefit? i'm in good health and will drink water. any addtl advice appreciated.
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How many hours should ill be fasting to undergo general checkup?
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