Common "fasting" queries answered by top doctors

Medical Conditions - Fasting

Fasting is a state of being refrained from eating food and drinking fluids willingly. Fasting helps in weight loss and improves overall fitness. It boosts cognitive performance and decreases the risk of developing metabolic diseases in the body. It decreases the development of obesity and other chronic diseases. It is good to follow short fast periods of 8 to 24 hours. Long fast periods increase the risk of developing problems due to fasting.

All fasting Q&A

Is it fine to continue fasting while taking Ayurvedic medication?

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Answered By

Dr. Alka

What precautions should be taken for water-only fasting?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is not clear why you are undertaking water (only) and fast for so long as 14 days.

Answered By

Dr. Pritam Mohapatra

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