Nutritionists unanimously say that fasting is harmful to health and is not the most beneficial option for losing weight.
But at the same time, sometimes there are recommendations that fasting days are welcome and can even improve health. Only specialists can dispel doubts.
Diet, in particular intermittent fasting without reducing caloric intake, plays an important role in life expectancy, affects the indicators of innate immunity and hormones, allergist-immunologist Daria Zhukova said in an interview with Lenta.ru.
The expert claims that fasting and limiting daily calorie intake can strengthen health and immunity.
First of all, she calls fasting useful for those who have problems with metabolism, heart and blood vessels, as well as obesity and autoimmune diseases.
However, only adults are allowed to practice fasting, and such diets are contraindicated for children and teenagers.
In this case, on the contrary, the immune system and intestines suffer, and food allergies may also appear.
At the same time, Zhukova does not recommend experimenting with diets, but advises to consult a doctor for advice.
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