Hunger is a word that conjures up images of negative effects. However, the latest scientific research shows that proper starvation may have unexpected benefits, not only in terms of promoting health**, but also in relation to longevity. In this regard, the scientific community has conducted a series of long-term studies and found some surprising results.
A study called Calerie experimented with caloric dietary restriction on 218 participants for up to 2 years, allowing them to maintain only 75% of their daily energy intake. This diet has led to weight loss, improved blood sugar and lipids, lower blood pressure, more stable hormone levels, and a more stable mood. What's even more surprising is that the latest research has found that hunger pangs may be associated with longevity. Experiments conducted on fruit flies have shown that the flies that produce hunger may live 15 times.
The development of hunger pangs may be related to giving the body more time to remove garbage. Scientists have found that proper starvation improves the intestinal environment, reduces endotoxin levels, and increases the number of beneficial bacteria. Intermittent starvation also makes the body's autophagic system more active, helping to remove harmful substances and damaged cells from the body.
In addition, the effects of starvation on the body vary depending on the time. Studies have shown that starvation during the day and starvation at night have different effects on the body's metabolism and health status. Starving during the day may make it easier for the body to process energy, while starving at night may be more conducive to improvements in blood sugar, weight, and insulin resistance.
These studies suggest that hunger is not entirely negative, and that proper hunger may have a positive effect on the body. Not only can it improve the intestinal environment and remove waste from the body, but it may also be associated with health and longevity. At the same time, proper hunger also reminds us to give our bodies some rest time and avoid excessive energy intake and oversaturated lifestyles.