In this research-driven episode, Dr. Scott Watier and Tommy Welling break down a comprehensive meta-analysis comparing multiple intermittent fasting protocols, revealing what actually works for sustainable weight loss and metabolic health improvement. They examine alternate day fasting, 5:2 fasting, and time-restricted eating, comparing outcomes for weight loss, cholesterol improvements, insulin resistance reduction, and long-term adherence rates. The hosts deliver crucial perspective on the trade-offs between aggressive protocols that produce faster results versus sustainable baseline approaches that support consistency through life's challenges. With the holiday season in full swing between Thanksgiving and Christmas, they provide a realistic framework for maintaining progress without perfectionism or all-or-nothing thinking. This episode helps you understand why chasing the fastest results often backfires, how to customize fasting protocols to match your lifestyle, and why taking the pressure off during the holidays—while maintaining a simple 16:8 baseline—can actually set you up for greater long-term success than aggressive restriction followed by complete abandonment of your fasting practice.
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In this research-driven episode, Dr. Scott Watier and Tommy Welling break down a comprehensive meta-analysis comparing multiple intermittent fasting protocols, revealing what actually works for sustainable weight loss and metabolic health improvement. They examine alternate day fasting, 5:2 fasting, and time-restricted eating, comparing outcomes for weight loss, cholesterol improvements, insulin resistance reduction, and long-term adherence rates. The hosts deliver crucial perspective on the trade-offs between aggressive protocols that produce faster results versus sustainable baseline approaches that support consistency through life's challenges. With the holiday season in full swing between Thanksgiving and Christmas, they provide a realistic framework for maintaining progress without perfectionism or all-or-nothing thinking. This episode helps you understand why chasing the fastest results often backfires, how to customize fasting protocols to match your lifestyle, and why taking the pressure off during the holidays—while maintaining a simple 16:8 baseline—can actually set you up for greater long-term success than aggressive restriction followed by complete abandonment of your fasting practice.
Take the NEW FASTING PERSONA QUIZ! - The Key to Unlocking Sustainable Weight Loss With Fasting!
Resources and Downloads:
Partner Links:
Get your FREE BOX OF LMNT hydration support for the perfect electrolyte balance for your fasting lifestyle with your first purchase here!
Get 25% off a Keto-Mojo blood glucose and ketone monitor (discount shown at checkout)! Click here!
Our Community:
Let’s continue the conversation. Click the link below to JOIN the Fasting For Life Community, a group of like-minded, new, and experienced fasters! The first two rules of fasting need not apply!
If you enjoy the podcast, please tap the stars below and consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than 60 seconds, and it helps bring you the best original content each week. We also enjoy reading them!
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