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One meal a day

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I want to know if one meal a day is healthy.

Francis (by SMS)

 

Taking one meal a day is known as intermittent fasting. It has many health benefits such as; weight loss, increased insulin sensitivity (preventing/curing diabetes), reduced blood pressure, increased levels of BDNF (miracle grow for the brain, increased levels of growth hormone, increased production of stem cells (needed to create new healthy cells), Autophagy (breaking down unnecessary or damaged cell components), Reduced signs of aging and Reduced inflammation among other advantages.

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