I’m always on the lookout for new therapies that will benefit our patients at the Whitaker Wellness Institute. When I find something that makes the grade—whether it’s a nutritional supplement, noninvasive treatment or dietary modification—we add it to our treatment protocols.
I want to tell you about our latest addition. It’s a time-honored therapy that has been proven to be effective in clinical trials, yet is completely ignored by conventional physicians. It’s fasting.
Abstaining from food for a few days to a few weeks has numerous—and enduring—benefits. The body is able to get rid of excess sodium and accumulated fluids, resulting in reductions in edema and dramatic lowering of blood pressure. The copious amounts of water you drink during a fast flushes out toxins, making it the best of all detox regimens.
Fasting gives your digestive system a break, which leads to improvements not only in chronic gastrointestinal problems but also in allergies and autoimmune disorders, which are often related to leaky gut syndrome. In addition, fasting provides substantial benefits for patients with diabetes. It improves insulin sensitivity and blood sugar control, promotes weight loss, and facilitates the adaptation to a healthier lifestyle after the fast ends.
Fasting is best done in a medically supervised environment, such as the Whitaker Wellness Institute. During your treatment program at the clinic, you will be closely monitored by our professional staff, undergo other therapies for your specific condition, and attend educational activities that will help you stay on track once you leave the clinic.
I personally underwent a five-day fast several months ago, during which I lost 21 pounds, my blood pressure and blood sugar decreased, and my cholesterol and triglycerides improved. The first two days were tough—I was definitely grumpy and irritable. But after I got over the hump, I felt better than I had in years. Best of all, the strides I made during that short fast have endured, and as an added bonus, I find that sticking to a good diet and avoiding salty, sugary foods is now much easier than before.
If you have diabetes, hypertension, obesity, an autoimmune disease, or digestive issues, I encourage you to look into this remarkable therapy.
