Fasting under supervision: improvements in young women discovered

Fasting under supervision: improvements in young women discovered

In a scientific study published in July 2023, the security and the effects of medically supervised fasting (MSF) were examined in healthy volunteers over a period of ten days. This form of fasting, in which food intake is severely restricted or completely set over more than two days, has so far been little researched. The participants in the study, 117 women in average age of over 21 years, were asked every day with regard to their symptoms and their eating habits. In addition, blood samples were taken at the beginning and at the end of the fast to analyze various health markers such as vitamin D and calcium levels, the number of red blood cells and hemoglobin levels. Measurements such as body weight and other body dimensions were also carried out and the participants asked about their quality of life and their mental state.

The results of the study showed that medically supervised fasting was associated with significant improvements in various physiological and psychological parameters. For example, vitamin D and calcium levels improved significantly, which could indicate positive effects regarding bone health. There was also a positive development among the red blood cells and hemoglobing content, which can indicate improved oxygen transportability in the blood. Interestingly, over 80% of the participants experienced at least one symptom associated with the fasting, whereby the intensity of the symptoms between the third and the seventh day of fasting was strongest and then subsided.

For the scientific and medical field, these results could mean that a well -monitored fasting program could potentially be used as a method to improve general health and to prevent certain diseases. However, the authors of the study emphasize that the symptoms that are accompanied by fasting should be taken into account in clinical decision -making and that careful aftercare is essential for patients who carry out fasting therapy, especially during the peak times of the symptoms.

Basic concepts:

- MSF (medically supervised fasting) : a form of fasting that is under medical supervision to ensure that the health of the fasting person is not endangered.
- vitamin D : A vitamin important for bone health, which also plays a role in the immune system.
- calcium : a mineral that is of central importance for bone and dental health.
- red blood cells : cells in the blood that transport oxygen through the body.
- hemoglobin : a protein in the red blood cells that binds and transports oxygen.
- quality of life : a measure of the general well -being of a person, including physical, psychological and social aspects.
- anthropometric measurements : measurements of the body, such as weight and body dimensions, to evaluate body composition.

This study contributes to understanding the effects of long -term fasting and could pave the way for further research in this area, in particular with regard to the adaptation and monitoring of fasting programs for specific health goals.

Important results of research on medically monitored fasting

The present study examines the security, physiological and psychological effects of medically monitored fasting (MSF) in healthy volunteers over a period of ten days. With 117 female participants in the average age of 21.02 years (+/- 1.45 years), the investigation provides substantial insights into the effects of this fasting method.

methodology

As part of this observation study, daily symptom surveys and nutritional reminders were carried out over 24 hours. In addition, the serum levels of vitamin D and calcium, a complete blood count, anthropometric measurements as well as the quality of life (QOL) and subjective mood images, including anxiety and depression, were raised at the beginning and at the end of the fast.

results

• Significant improvements were found in the vitamin D levels (z = -8.79, p = 0,000) and calcium levels (z = -4.08, p = 0,000).
• The red blood cells (z = -4.61, p = 0,000) and hemoglobin levels (z = -5.57, p = 0,000) also showed significant improvements.
• improvements also existed in the areas of physical (T (116) = -4.51, p = 0,000), psychological (t (116) = -4.70, p = 0,000) and social quality of life (t (116) = -2.68, p = 0.008).
• Significant reductions were observed in terms of body weight (55.83 (± 11.38) to 52.99 (± 10.94); p = 0.00) and other anthropometric measures.
• More than 80% of the participants (n = 94) experienced at least one symptom that was associated with fasting. The symptoms changed significantly (p <0.05), with most of the symptoms between the third and seventh day of fasting reached their climax and ended from the eighth day.

conclusion

The findings indicate that MSF is associated with significant improvements in physiological and psychological variables. The symptoms occurring during fasting should be taken into account in clinical decision -making, especially when monitoring patients who are subjected to fasting therapy, especially when symptoms reach their peak.

The study contributes significantly to existing research by offering detailed insights into the effects and safety of medically monitored fasting over a period of more than two days, an area that has so far been little researched. The results support the hypothesis that MSF can be a safe and effective way to improve general health.

For further information and detailed view of the study, please visit https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37602022 .