Nutrition

Benefits of Fasting

Written by Dr. Chad Walding, DPT
March 5, 2023

The Powerful Benefits of Fasting You Should Know

“Don’t skip breakfast.”

“If you don’t eat every few hours, your body will go into starvation mode.”

“Eat five or six small meals throughout the day.”

Chances are you’ve heard phrases like these more than once. For some reason, there is quite a negative stigma associated with not eating.

But science is finding that skipping meals might actually be one of the best things you can do for your overall health.

As it turns out, when you eat can actually impact your body nearly as much as what you eat. And going a period of time without food – also known as fasting – has some pretty remarkable health benefits you’re going to want to know about.

Dr. Chad Walding, DPT
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Dr. Chad Walding, DPT

Dr. Chad Walding is the Co-Founder and Chief Culture Officer at NativePath. He is a Doctor of Physical Therapy with a passion for helping people eat, move, and live in harmony with their natural state. Since graduating from Hardin Simmons University in 2007, Dr. Chad has upgraded the quality of life of millions. When he’s not helping others, he can be found playing his guitar lakeside in Austin, Texas, taking sunrise and sunset walks with his wife and goldendoodle, and working out in his garage gym.

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Medical Disclaimer

This content is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice or to take the place of such advice or treatment from a personal physician. All readers/viewers of this content are advised to consult their doctors or qualified health professionals regarding specific health questions. Neither Dr. Chad Walding nor the publisher of this content takes responsibility for possible health consequences of any person or persons reading or following the information in this educational content. All viewers of this content, especially those taking prescription or over-the-counter medications, should consult their physicians before beginning any nutrition, supplement, or lifestyle program.

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