Story #44: Fasting Slows Down Healing and Speeds Up Aging (If Not Done Properly)

In this episode of Everyday Health Stories, we explore the hidden impacts of intermittent fasting on healing and aging. While fasting is often praised for its benefits, such as triggering autophagy and promoting gut health, it also comes with lesser-known trade-offs. Dr. Reddy explains how prolonged fasting can slow tissue repair, weaken immune response, and even accelerate aging due to elevated cortisol levels and oxidative stress. Through compelling insights and practical advice, we uncover how to balance fasting for optimal health, avoid common pitfalls, and personalize the practice to support longevity, vitality, and resilience. Tune in to learn how to make fasting work for your body, not against it!