It is as good a time to take stock of the host of health benefits – in addition to the spiritual comfort you get from doing the ‘right’ thing – that come from fasting. Intermittent fasting has now been linked to a general improvement in physical health as well as a longer and healthier lifespan. Studies have shown that decreasing caloric intake by 30 to 40% extends one’s lifespan by at least 33%. Recent research also suggest that limiting food intake reduces the risk of contracting diseases in old age.<\/p>