Fasting Is Internal Cleansing, Not Deprivation

Many people have an aversion to fasting because they associate it with hunger or deprivation. Worse, some may even think that fasting is detrimental to their health. Quite the contrary, fasting is to recovery, as sleep is to recuperation. Fasting is one the simplest forms of internal cleansing, not just for the body, but also for the mind. Jesus fasted for 40 days, and many religious sages practice fasting as a means to purify the mind. The Red Indians used fasting to sharpen their senses, especially their vision.

Yes, fasting has many health benefits:

1. Fasting induces self-healing. Through fasting, the energy used for digesting food is now made available for healing and repairing of tissues and body organs.

2. Fasting benefits the whole cardiovascular system by softening the blood vessels. It not only decreases the blood pressure but also makes the heart younger.

3. Fasting improves the body's metabolism, which is important in controlling and managing body weight, which is a must for health longevity.

4. Fasting enhances the immune system, giving it ammunition to fight against unwelcome foreign invaders. It protects the body against diseases and disorders.

Don't be daunted by the prospect of fasting. On the first day, you may experience pangs of hunger, which are normal. Hunger will subside on the second day, and completely disappear on the third. After that, you will be in good spirit, and you feel rejuvenated.

Fasting is not deprivation; it is an excellent way to lose weight. Although you may gain back all your weight once you resume eating, fasting fine tunes you whole system; it is like oil change for your car.

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Deal with Arthritis Pain Naturally

As you age, you can expect some joint pain. Wear and tear of your joints is normal. But arthritis pain is something else.

Good posture, more than exercise (let's be realistic - as we grow older, we exercise less), is a crucial factor in preventing muscle stress and joint pain as we advance in age. It is easier to maintain good posture than to engage in rigorous exercise. We have to be mindful of our posture at all times. Good posture also leads to optimal breathing. Yes, we should also be mindful of our breathing - something that most people take for granted. Optimal breathing contributes to longevity. The Chinese focus so much on "qi" (the internal life energy) and "tai-chi breathing" for overall wellness.

So, when you have arthritis pain, don't just reach out for your Advil or Tylenol, or worse, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). All drugs are dangerous, and cure only the symptoms, not the causes of arthritis. Heal arthritis naturally.

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Stephen Lau

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