Benefits of Fasting (And How to Do It)

The Dr. Josh Axe Show

Dr. Josh Axe

Religion & Spirituality, Health & Fitness, Christianity

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🗓️ 5 August 2024

⏱️ 41 minutes

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Join Dr. Josh Axe as he explores the fascinating world of fasting and its incredible benefits for your physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Axe delves into the science and spirituality behind fasting, revealing: The shocking ways fasting can reboot your metabolism and melt away stubborn fat How a simple 16-hour fast can supercharge your brain function and boost mental clarity The surprising link between fasting and reduced inflammation, potentially lowering your risk of chronic diseases Ancient biblical fasting practices and their modern applications for spiritual growth Why juice fasting could be your secret weapon for detoxification and improved heart health The unexpected emotional benefits of fasting, including stress reduction and increased focus Who should (and shouldn't) fast - crucial information for your health and safety Tune in to discover how incorporating strategic fasting into your lifestyle could be the key to unlocking your body's innate healing potential, deepening your spiritual connection, and achieving optimal wellness. Whether you're a fasting novice or seasoned practitioner, you'll walk away with practical tips and evidence-based insights to transform your approach to health and nutrition. Want more of The Dr. Josh Axe Show? Subscribe to the YouTube channel. Follow Dr. Josh Axe Instagram Twitter Facebook Tik-Tok Website ------ Links: https://www.gfc.cc/mt-content/uploads/2018/01/10-different-types-of-fasts-in-the-bible.pdf https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/resources/the-place-of-fasting-in-the-christian-life/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4250148/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3680567/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6520704/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5783752/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6520689/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5981241/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5033765/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6436676/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2953621/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2677007/ https://www.cupstocrowns.com/blog/biblical-fasting https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7286671/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5411330/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5783752/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4516560/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6629942/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00.0	Hey everyone, welcome the Dr. Josh Axe show. I'm your host, Dr. Axe. And each and every week on the show,
0:05.2	we cover the science and principles behind how to grow in body, mind, and spirit and take your health
0:10.4	and your life to the next level. On today's episode, I'll be talking about these spiritual and physical
0:16.8	benefits of fasting and how it could help you experience a breakthrough in your life.
0:22.2	If you're a person saying, hey, I want to lose weight, I want to rev up my metabolism,
0:27.3	I want to help build muscle, I want to have a clear level of thinking, I want to reverse a medical
0:35.2	condition, or I want a spiritual breakthrough in my life, in my relationships,
0:40.4	in my work life, fasting might be your secret weapon to experiencing that breakthrough that
0:47.6	you've been waiting for. And I'll dive deep into how fasting works. And by the way,
0:53.6	I'm probably going to surprise you. I almost guarantee
0:55.8	with most of you, I'm going to surprise you with some of my takes on fasting because here's
0:59.6	the reality. It is for some people and it's not for others. And also I'll be talking about should
1:06.0	you fast every day or only periodically I'll be answering those questions and whether you should or
1:12.8	shouldn't fast on this show. I'm also going to cover topics like what are the different types of
1:18.4	fast you can do, how fasting affects your bodies. I'll get into the biblical principles around
1:24.4	fasting and the do's and don'ts of fasting before I dive into all this information
1:29.3	though make sure to subscribe to this channel and hit the notification bell so you don't miss a
1:34.9	single episode also know I want to hear from you I oftentimes answer questions on my shows and
1:41.4	do a Q&A and so make sure to run over to Instagram at Dr. Josh Axe,
1:45.9	follow my stories, and post your questions there.
1:49.4	You can also send in a voicemail anytime I do Q&As.
1:52.1	And also know every time that you are sharing this,
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