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Podcast: Naturally Recovering Autism with Karen Thomas
Episode: Fasting Risks For Autism and What To Do Instead [Podcast Episode #221]
Description: While intermittent fasting may have beneficial effects on various autoimmune diseases, fasting is not right for everyone.
Intermittent fasting can be detrimental for people with autoimmune issues because it can potentially exacerbate their condition by putting additional stress on the immune system, which is already dysregulated in autoimmune diseases, potentially leading to increased inflammation and flare-ups due to the body’s tendency to attack its own tissues during fasting periods.Â
Why intermittent fasting may not be right for someone with autism:
Immune system disruption:
Fasting can cause fluctuations in immune cell activity, potentially leading to...