Increasing age is a matter of concern for everyone. However, it cannot be stopped, but some measures can be taken to reduce its effect. Fasting, once associated with religious faith, has now emerged as an effective method for health benefits. An American certified doctor conducted an experiment of fasting for 72 hours, the result of which was shocking. He claims that after this period his biological age decreased.

Doctor reduced the age of organs

Doctor Ravi K Gupta shared information about his experiment on Instagram, in which he first checked his biological age. During investigation, it was found that the age of his kidneys, heart, liver and lungs was more than his actual age. When he got tested again after fasting for 72 hours, the age of his organs decreased.

Information received according to the report

• Age of lungs: less than 4 years
• Liver age: less than 1.5 years
• Heart age: 2.6 years less
• Kidney age: 2.1 years less
• Age of immune system: 1.1 years less

Start with one day a week

According to the doctor, if you fast for 72 hours three times a year, you can reduce your biological age by 11 years. If you cannot fast, you can adopt a “fast mimicking diet”. Start the fast from one day.

one week fast

According to studies, consuming fewer calories for 5 to 7 days can be beneficial for health. The “Fast Mimicking Diet” is plant-based and low in protein, carbohydrates and fat. On the first day you have to take slightly more calories than other days.

Intake for fast mimicking diet

• First day: Consume 55% of daily calories (34% carbohydrates, 10% protein, 56% fat).
• Second to fifth day: Eat 35% of normal calories (47% carbs, 9% protein, 44% fat).

food options

• Fruit: Berries, apples, plums, cherries, oranges
• Fats: Olive Oil, Avocado, Nuts, Seeds
• Protein: Beans, Lentils, Peas
• Vegetables: Broccoli, Carrots, Asparagus, Zucchini, Green Vegetables, Tomatoes, Onions
• Cereal: Quinoa, Brown Rice, Barley, Whole Wheat
• Water: It is necessary to drink plenty of water.

what not to eat

Do not consume ghee, butter, alcohol, egg, meat, fish, milk, curd, cheese, potato, white rice, pasta, buttermilk, cold drinks etc.

advantages

This type of fasting is likely to lower blood pressure, normalize blood sugar level, improve digestion and reduce swelling.

Note: Pregnant women, people below 18 years and elderly above 70 years should not observe this type of fast. This information is based on early experiments and further study is needed to determine long-term benefits. Be sure to consult a doctor for any health related problem.