Fooded abstinence refers to the practice of avoiding certain foods for a specific period of time. There are several synonyms for this term, including dietary restriction, food avoidance, food abstention, and dietary abstinence. These terms are often used interchangeably to describe the practice of eliminating certain foods from one's diet for health or religious reasons. Fooded abstinence can involve avoiding specific ingredients such as meat, dairy, or gluten, or it can entail a complete fast where all food is avoided for a period of time. Regardless of the approach chosen, fooded abstinence can have numerous health benefits ranging from weight loss to improved digestion and mental clarity.