Long-Term Fasting ... good or bad?

[wattson]

Some religious people I work with are starting a 7 day fast Sunday at noon. Can this possibly be good for you? Is fasting good at all? I've heard that short-term fasting could be good for you, cleansing the system and whatever ... but is it really good at all?

[sport]

I do think that fasting is something that is highly regarded in almost every culture.

[spicyfull]

I have Water And Juiced Fasted for a Month and to some that is considered a Baby Step. It was Good for Me. Give it a Try and see how it works for you. What a way to Celebrate CHRISTmas.

A Church I once attended did "Dry Fasting", Nothing by Mouth. I think,Hoped they brushed their teeth. I can't remember. But I did not particapate. My Body needs some Liquid.

Being a Lover of Dogs, I Love to watch them, when they feel sick......the first thing they do is FAST......IN JOY

[Aleesha Sattva]

I find it interesting that you refer to 7 days as a long term fast. I'm not sure if I've done a fast that short.

Anyway... yes long term fasting is great for your body, it heals dis-ease, assists you to overcome issues, deepens your spirituality...

ahhhhhhhhh I love fasting!

[Brookeee]

Yes, it is great for you! Here is a site that tells you the different stages of detox during a fast that you may find interesting http://www.juicefasting.org/detox.htm

[Carrot911]

Some religious people I work with are starting a 7 day fast Sunday at noon. Can this possibly be good for you? Is fasting good at all? I've heard that short-term fasting could be good for you, cleansing the system and whatever ... but is it really good at all?

Well, yes if you over eat, poor food a week of will give the body time to heal.

[ma2jason]

Thanks Brookeee for the link. It was interesting to find out about fasting/detox, especially the different kinds ~ such as water, juice, and raw foods! :)