benefits of fasting — Health + Wellness — t.His

Intermittent Fasting- For Beginners

Curious about fasting but not sure where to start?

I get it!

There is a wealth of information available about fasting on the interwebs, and it can be overwhelming.

While fasting may seem to have gained popularity recently, it goes all the way back to biblical times.

There are so many health advantages associated with fasting, as well as the spiritual benefits.

Three years ago, I decided to delve into the fasting world.

After conducting my own research on different fasts, I decided to give Intermittent Fasting a try.

I settled on the 16/8 method.

WellnessAbby RikeJanuary 21, 2018healthy eating, weight loss, fast, benefits of fasting, intermittent fasting, eating habits, nutritional needs, metabolism, fasting, healthy lifestyle, IF, hunger, eating, eating patternComment

6 Reasons You Should Be Fasting

What do you think of when you hear the word, "fasting?"

Having to give up certain foods?

Starvation?

If you check the Bible for details on fasting, you will find kings and prophets fasting with a purpose—the purpose of clearing their minds, and their stomachs, so they could be in a position to hear from God to receive direction for decisions they were facing.

You will also find God’s people being directed to fast in preparation for God’s hand to move.
And patients preparing for a medical procedure are often required to fast, or not eat after midnight, before going into surgery or having bloodwork done.