Secrets of Fasting in Chinese Medicine: Why Abstaining from Food Heals

Physiology of Fasting in Chinese Medicine

The Three Stages of Fasting

Stage 1: Cleansing (Days 1-5)

The body shifts from burning sugar to burning fat

In Chinese medicine: digestive energy is released to cleanse toxins

Stage 2: Adaptation (Days 6-20)

The body adjusts to the new regimen

Inflammation subsides, immunity improves

Stage 3: Regeneration (Days 21-30)

Maximum benefits of fasting

Cell renewal, mental clarity

Fasting = A Vacation for the Digestive System

In Chinese medicine, the "spleen and stomach" are the foundation of health. Giving them a daily rest of 12-16 hours is the best gift for your health.

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