voluntary restriction of food intake

Starvation for health: How voluntary food restriction can benefit your body

What is a hunger strike? A hunger strike is a voluntary restriction of food intake for a period of time. It is a way to allow the body to rest from digestion and use energy to repair cells and regenerate the body. During a fasting period, often only water or low-calorie drinks are consumed. Fasting is practiced for a variety of reasons such as...