In recent years, fasting has become a healthy eating style that has attracted much attention. It has attracted countless health-seekers with its unique charm – not only to help with weight loss, but also to have many other potential benefits that scientists have discovered.
Recently, a study published in the journal Cell has made fasting shine again in the field of health. This study shows that fasting can reduce inflammation throughout the body, giving our body a natural anti-inflammatory effect.
In the busy and stressful modern life, chronic inflammation seems to have become the best health killer, which is closely related to the occurrence and development of a variety of diseases. From cardiovascular disease to diabetes to neurodegenerative diseases, the shadow of inflammation is everywhere. And fasting, an ancient and rediscovered health practice, is becoming our powerful fight against inflammation.
In this study, scientists found that fasting is able to affect the levels of arachidonic acid in our bodies. Previously, arachidonic acid was mistakenly linked to increased inflammation, but new research reveals another side to it – during fasting, blood levels of arachidonic acid increase, and this substance is actually able to inhibit the activity of the NLRP3 inflammasome, thereby reducing inflammation levels throughout the body.
The NLRP3 inflammasome is an important "alarm" in our body, capable of quickly triggering an inflammatory response when damage or infection is perceived. However, an excessive inflammatory response can lead to unnecessary health risks. Fasting gently regulates inflammasome activity by increasing arachidonic acid levels, bringing a natural state of balance to the body.
Of course, fasting is not suitable for all groups of people and all situations. But it offers a new option for those looking to regulate the body's level of inflammation in a natural way. At the same time, the study also reminds us of the health impact of daily eating habits – a long-term high-calorie diet may disrupt the body's natural balance and increase the risk of inflammation-related diseases.
As scientific research continues to advance, so does our understanding of the age-old health practice of fasting. From ** to anti-inflammatory, the health benefits of fasting are gradually being recognized and accepted. In the future, more people may choose to fast to maintain their health and welcome a better life.