Good things happen in your body when you do not eat. Circadian code research shows that we spend 12 hours digesting and processing what we eat for a day. After 12 hours, we start burning fat for energy and releasing ketone bodies that have a number of health benefits. One of those benefits is to retard the growth of cancer. In 1931, German scientist Otto Warburg won the Nobel Prize for showing that the growth of cancer required the glycation of carbohydrates, and that cancer growth is suppressed or eliminated on a ketogenic diet. From this the concept of “starving” cancer developed. Valter Longo, PhD, director of the Longevity Institute at the University of Southern California (USC), used this science to lead a number of studies on how fasting may prevent and treat cancer. Dr. Longo is well known for a “fasting mimicking diet” based on the intake of about 500 calories. For the cancer trials, the fasting days were five at a time every two weeks. Working with the cancer center at USC and one in Rome, he has had successes with a wide variety of cancers. In his book Fasting Cancer, Longo also presents the research of other fasting cancer trials. Since weight loss is common in patients in cancer, the idea of fasting during treatment is counterintuitive, and even resisted by many cancer-treating physicians. Some oncologists are hostile to the idea of fasting as part of cancer treatment. “Eat whatever you want” is the more common recommendation. Because sugar and carbohydrates may “feed” the cancer, this approach would be detrimental to the patient’s health. In Fasting Cancer, Longo begins by giving a modern view of what cancer is and its causes, especially unhealthy dietary habits. He promotes a “longevity diet” consisting mostly of healthy vegetables, eating meat sparingly and limiting protein. After setting the stage for this approach in the early chapters, Longo reports on successes in subsequent cancers addressing breast cancer, gynecological cancers, prostate cancer, colorectal cancer, lung cancer, blood cancers, brain cancer, kidney cancer and even skin cancer. Throughout the book, Longo emphasizes that the fasting method is done along with standard cancer therapy and should not stand alone as treatment. While there is no guarantee of cancer remission from fasting, and the successes are case by case, using fasting to treat cancer is exciting and should be more widely used. This book by a respected scientist working in an academic setting has the potential to spread this knowledge to other major cancer centers. Dr. Longo did not originate this treatment method, but may be credited with helping change the paradigm of cancer treatment. 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Is it reserved for monks and mystics or is it possible that many of us are undergoing this shift without even realizing it? A personal awakening is a process of inner evolution. It often occurs after a major life event, personal crisis or deep reflection, but sometimes it unfolds gradually as people become more in tune with their inner world and life’s deeper meaning. If you’ve been feeling different lately such as questioning old beliefs, sensing a deeper connection to life or noticing synchronicities more often, you may be experiencing an awakening. Here are seven common signs that indicate you’re in the midst of this transformation. 1. Heightened awareness and presence. Many people going through an awakening report feeling more present than ever before. Colors seem brighter, nature feels more alive and small details that once went unnoticed now carry profound meaning. This heightened awareness often leads to a deeper appreciation for life and a sense of wonder at the interconnectedness of all things. 2. Deep empathy and compassion. A common sign of awakening is an increased sense of empathy. You may feel more deeply connected to others, more intuitively sensing their emotions. While this can sometimes feel overwhelming, it also fosters greater compassion, patience and understanding toward yourself and the world around you. 3. Desire for authenticity. As your awareness grows so does your desire to live more authentically. You may find yourself drawn to new relationships, career paths or ways of expressing yourself that align with your true nature. You may also feel the urge to let go of things that no longer resonate with your evolving self, even long-term relationships or established routines. 4. Increased intuition and inner knowing. Have you been experiencing strong gut feelings, vivid dreams or moments of knowing things before they happen? Many people find their intuition becomes stronger during an awakening, guiding them toward decisions and paths that feel deeply right—often without a logical explanation. 5. Sensitivity to energy and environmental shifts. As you become more attuned to yourself, you may also notice an increased sensitivity to energy. Certain environments, foods or even people may feel more draining, while others feel uplifting. This often leads to a desire to create healthier energetic boundaries, spend more time in nature and engage in practices that keep your energy clear and balanced. A personal awakening is a process of inner evolution. Are You Experiencing a Personal Awakening? By Delphine Channels 6. Physical and emotional symptoms. Personal awakenings aren’t just mental and emotional but may also bring about physical changes. Some common physical signs include: ·Fatigue or changes in sleep patterns (difficulty sleeping or needing more rest than usual) · Body aches, headaches or ringing in the ears · Changes in appetite and food preferences · Sudden bursts of energy followed by deep exhaustion · Heightened sensitivity to sound, light or crowded spaces These shifts can be challenging but are often temporary and part of the body’s process of recalibration as you align with a new frequency. Staying hydrated, eating nourishing foods and getting plenty of rest can ease the transition. 7. Yearning for purpose and meaning. Many who experience an awakening feel a deep pull toward something greater—a desire to understand their purpose and make a meaningful impact. This could manifest as a new interest in personal growth, holistic wellness, creative pursuits or service-oriented work. The process of awakening is deeply personal yet collective and it is happening to individuals throughout the world. Whether your awakening is just beginning or you’ve been on this path for a while, know that you are not alone. You are part of a larger movement toward consciousness, healing and transformation. Delphine Channels is a life coach, host of the Delphine’s Circle YouTube interview series (@DelphinesCircle) and founder of Harmoneum.com, an online community for coaching, daily practices and inspiration. She can be reached at Delphine@Harmoneum.com. Sources: 1) https://www.centreofexcellence.com; 2) https://www.verywellmind.com/ not spend for a energy of retard the cancer that a “starving” Longevity California studies cancer. mimicking calories.
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