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Autophagy is a key health benefit of fasting from "summary" of Fasting for Life by Francis E. Umesiri

Autophagy, a term derived from Greek words meaning “self” and “eating,” is a natural cellular process that plays a crucial role in maintaining overall health and wellness. It involves the removal of damaged or dysfunctional cellular components and recycling them into new, healthy parts. This process is like a self-cleaning mechanism for our cells, allowing them to function optimally and efficiently. Fasting has been shown to stimulate autophagy, allowing our cells to undergo this essential clean-up process. When we fast, our bodies enter a state of metabolic switch, where they start utilizing stored en...
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    Fasting for Life

    Francis E. Umesiri

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