fasting, does it relieve your symptoms?
I started fasting where i would just not eat for 2-3 days and it seems to improve my quality of life dramatically. Does anyone tried it?
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LupusSupportGroup Member New Member
The task of fasting has been know to greatly help, because as Lupus is an inflammatory disease that can be aggravated and/or triggered (Flare) by outside factors, including the way our foods are processed, fasting eliminates some of those free-radicals and inflammatory elements. However, as many with Lupus tend to be deficient in some of the critical vitamins and minerals (ie Vitamin D, B, Calcium, etc) necessary to sustain optimal health, that are naturally provided in the foods we consume, sometimes simply altering your daily diet is more beneficial (ie consuming functional foods). You should proceed with cautious and if possible seek the advisement of a professional dietician or nutritionist.
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If you're interested in learning more about fasting, I would suggest reading the Wahl's Protocol, as it also gives criteria for what to eat so that you still get plenty of nutrients while also incorporating fasting and/or low carb diets.