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Autophagy & Fasting: Enhancing Health Through Cellular Recycling

Autophagy is a cellular recycling process triggered by fasting, where cells degrade damaged components for energy or new material. Initiated by nutrient scarcity, it involves forming autophagosomes that fuse with lysosomes to break down contents. Short-term fasting boosts autophagy, aiding in cellular cleanup, disease prevention, and metabolic health. Benefits include longevity, improved insulin sensitivity, and […]

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Intermittent Tea Fasting: Benefits and How to Do It

Intermittent tea fasting (ITF) is a type of intermittent fasting where one restricts their caloric intake to only tea during the fasting period. In this fasting method, one is allowed to consume tea or other non-caloric beverages such as water, coffee, and herbal teas, but solid food is not allowed. ITF is a popular method […]

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Ramadan

Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and is observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community. During Ramadan, Muslims abstain from food, drink, and other physical needs during daylight hours. The purpose of this fast is to purify the soul, increase spiritual awareness, and gain closeness to […]