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How Experiences Affect Psychological Responses During Supervised Fasting: A Preliminary Study.
Qianying Ma1, Chao Yang2, Ruilin Wu1,2
1Department of Psychology, Beihang University, Beijing, China.
Frontiers in Psychology
|June 7, 2021
Summary
Previous fasting experience significantly improves psychological well-being during fasting. Individuals with prior fasting experience reported fewer negative moods, less stress, and greater vitality compared to newcomers.
Area of Science:
- Nutrition Science
- Psychology
Background:
- Fasting elicits significant physiological and psychological responses.
- The impact of prior fasting experience on current fasting responses remains unclear.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate how previous fasting experience influences physiological and psychological reactions during a supervised fasting experiment.
Main Methods:
- A 22-day controlled experiment involving 13 participants.
- Participants were divided into experienced (N=6) and newbie (N=7) fasting groups.
- Physiological (weight, glucose, ketone bodies) and psychological states were monitored.
Main Results:
- No significant differences in physiological responses between experienced and newbie groups.
- Newbie group reported more negative psychological states, including increased appetite, negative mood, stress, and reduced vitality.
- Experienced individuals exhibited better recovery resources.
Conclusions:
- Prior fasting experience acts as a buffer against negative psychological effects during fasting.
- Fasting experience is a crucial factor to consider in future research on fasting interventions.
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