May enhance heart health by improving blood pressure, triglycerides and cholesterol levels

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the world, accounting for around 31.5% of all deaths. One of the most effective methods to lower your risk of heart disease is to change your diet and lifestyle.

According to some studies, including fasting in your daily routine may be beneficial to your heart health. One small research found that fasting on alternate days for eight weeks lowered "bad" LDL cholesterol and blood triglycerides by 25% and 32%, respectively. Another research of 110 obese people found that fasting for three weeks under medical supervision reduced blood pressure, blood triglycerides, total cholesterol, and "bad" LDL cholesterol levels considerably. In addition, one research of 4,629 adults found that fasting was linked to a decreased risk of coronary artery disease and diabetes, which is a major risk factor for heart disease.