For several years, fasting has been popular, but one now stands out: water fasting, also called ‘dry fasting’. It also involves depriving yourself of water for a period. But what do doctors think? Dr. Michael Lahey spoke on this subject.
Many people are now opting for fasting to lose weight more quickly. Some professionals advise this practice, and others do not. This is not a classic fast, but a fast which requires depriving oneself of water for a period of time. It is called water fasting.
Dr Michael Lahey, doctor at My Weight Loss Partner, spoke about this on the She finds website. He first defined what water fasting is. According to him, it is a matter of “the complete exclusion of food and fluids from the human body for a given period of time. While ordinary fasting allows one to drink water and oil, dry fasting is an extreme form of fasting, during which people do not even have water. he explained.
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What are the benefits of water fasting?
This method of weight loss is particularly adopted because it increases fat loss in several ways. Doctor Lahey indeed declared: “One of the benefits of the biologically active compound is the ability of the product itself to put the body into ketosis faster than fasting. This process simply puts enough pressure on the fats to repair themselves and thus causes a faster breakdown of fats.
Losing water weight also allows the number on the scale to go down, which appeals to those practicing water fasting. : “Fasting water causes very rapid water weight loss; thus, during the weighing process, a dieter is likely to register a lower number on the scale. It is also argued that dry fasting can improve autophagy, the process of eliminating abnormal cells, and may help maintain weight for a long time. delivered Dr. Lahey.
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Is this fast for everyone?
Water fasting thus has several advantages, but remember that it is an extreme method, since the body is deprived of water. Is this dangerous for health? Yes, since this fast can lead to dehydration and other dangerous risks. Here is what Dr Labey thinks, who recommends that certain people should not embark on this fast : “It is not safe for diabetics, people with kidney disease or heart problems due to increased risks of dehydration and even electrolyte loss. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also avoid it as they need more nutrients than other women.”
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For any person, he recommends consulting a health professional before engaging in this fast, or other extreme diet. : “Although fasting water seems to bring some benefits in cases of overweight, it must be practiced on the recommendation of a doctor to avoid harmful consequences. It is recommended to seek permission from a doctor before undertaking any form of fasting. he explained.
