Episode #144

In this Fasting Q&A episode, hosted by Coach Lisa Chance, Dr. Jason Fung answers questions from the TFM Community:

1. I've known for a long time how neuroprotective ketones are for the brain, but, wow, what ketones do for the heart is amazing, especially the failing heart. Could you elaborate, Dr. Fung? [02:15]
2. Do you need to be in ketosis to burn fat and does being in at least a low level of nutritional ketosis help you go into autophagy sooner? [04:39]
3. Why does it take such a long time to become fat adapted? [07:20]
4. I've heard that fasting "turns on" survival genes. Can you tell us a little more about this? [09:25]
5. What are your thoughts about the new recommendation to carb load before surgery to "calm" someone? [11:12]
6. Is there any correlation between fasting and pulse rate? [12:58]
7. I have a diabetic friend who is participating in a study on duodenal mucosa resurfacing (DMR) as a treatment for T2D. Does Dr. Fung have any take on this pretty new procedure or explanation of how and why it works? [13:17]
8. If a person wants the benefit of therapeutic fasting (like autophagy) but they do not have adequate body fat for longer fasts (for example, a TOFI person with a fatty liver, or somebody at 30% body fat who needs a lot of autophagy for an autoimmune condition), How should they eat on eating days to be able to maintain a therapeutic fasting schedule like an alternate-day fasting protocol? [16:33]
9. What are the signs of a histamine intolerance and can it get worse over time? Does fasting help? [17:53]
10. If autophagy is mostly switched on by the presence of mTor, could a person (in principle) eat a zero protein diet and eat exclusively fat but still ramp up autophagy enough for some protein recycling to aid loose skin reduction, macular problems, skin tags, etc.? [18:45]
11. How do you get rid of visceral fat? [20:22]
12. How long does the effect of dairy on insulin last? [21:45]
13. Why is it easier for women to do longer fasts after they've had a small amount of tubers during the last meal before their fast? [24:41]

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Episode #143

This week, Terri and Daisy share some feedback from the podcast survey that many of you completed recently.

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Episode #142

In this Fasting Q&A episode, Megan answers some of your fasting questions:

1. I'm taking salt but still struggling with the effects of low sodium. What am I doing wrong? [02:01]

2. I'm struggling to do two 48-hour fasts per week, which is my preferred protocol. The first fast is fine but the second one is a real struggle. I need tips! [05:43]

3. I don't eat keto or low-carb, can fasting work for me? [11:15]

4. I completed a five-day fast but I regained all the weight I lost within a few days of eating, despite eating keto meals. Am I too broken? [14:09]

5. Any tips for getting through a spring-break trip with the family? [16:09]

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Episode #141:

In this episode, Terri dives into two barriers that can prevent you from reaching your weight-loss or health goals. She talks about how she sees both fear of failure and fear of success either hold people back from really digging into the fasting and eating healthy journey or suddenly derailing, despite getting closer to their goals.

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Episode #140:

This week, Nadia chats to one of her coaching clients and Community member, Julia Guy, who she describes as the "toughest case of PCOS" she has worked with. Julia is a dental student in her late 20s who started working with Nadia, determined to get her periods back. As a side benefit, she has also lost over 30 pounds, but her main motivation has always been to get the insulin resistance under control and lay the strong health foundations she needs for a happy and healthy life.

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Episode #139

In this Fasting Q&A episode, Nadia answers some of your fasting questions:

1. Which fasting protocol is best for getting rid of excess skin while you also get rid of excess weight? [01:58]

2. My GP has told me to take medication three times a day. How do I incorporate intermittent fasting into my lifestyle when I have to take meds three times a day? [09:26]

3. I've been fasting for two years. I lost 20 pounds the first year but gained 10 back in the second. I try to do 42-hour fasts but end up breaking it around the 20-hour mark. My blood glucose numbers are up and my weight isn't coming down. I am a 45-year-old female. I am ready to give up. Please help. [13:50]

4. I was recently diagnosed with vulvar lichen sclerosus (LS). My gynaecologist says that it is believed to be an autoimmune disorder affecting the skin of the vulva. It is a horrifying condition that can cause changes to the architecture of the vulva, intense itching, tearing of the skin, etc. I've never known anyone to have this condition, but my gynaecologist says that she has a lot of patients with LS. Have any of your clients seen improvement in their LS? Is there a particular fasting protocol that you would recommend. I'm just devastated by this diagnosis. [21:43]

5. I understand that snacking (even with healthy foods) is a bad idea because it keeps your insulin levels up so how many meals would you suggest is the most effective during a typical 8-hour window in a 16/8 IF regime? Or maybe a better way to look at it is how many hours should I leave between meals to allow insulin to go back down? [26:55]

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Links:

Dr. Evelyne Bourdua-Roy & Dr. Hala Lahlou - Can LCHF and Ketogenic Diets Improve Chronic Pain?: https://youtu.be/RDT3CnN29zY?si=pgG2_jzEd6jkPmUW

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Episode #138

In this week's episode, Coaches Terri Lance and Bethany Macri discuss ways to manage eating healthily when those around you eat differently. Their discussion helps you navigate intermittent fasting and healthy eating, even though your significant other or loved ones choose to eat things that don't work well for your goals and health.

Tune in to learn some great mindset and behaviour tips and strategies to help you navigate Valentine's Day.

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Episode #137

In this episode Nadia and Terri dive deep into why so many of us struggle to make progress and therefore stay stuck in the uncomfortable space of starting/stopping, or how many of us push ourselves so hard that we can't sustain consistently to see the lasting results.

Tune in to find out how our brain can sometimes trip us up when it comes to motivation because of its love for novelty, and why so many people start the New Year with good intentions but struggle to maintain that momentum for long enough to see lasting results.

How do we change our mindset to overcome these issues? Terri shares some great analogies to help adjust our mindset and behaviour and take confident steps towards the success we have been looking for, and Nadia reinforces the importance of taking a step-by-step approach towards therapeutic fasting that starts with, of course, TRE (time-restricted eating).

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Episode #136

In this Fasting Q&A episode, Megan answers some of your fasting questions:

1. What is therapeutic fasting? [01:49]

2. Can I fat fast while following my regular fasting protocol? [05:38]

3. What can I do about feeling cold while fasting? [09:10]

4. Can I have stevia while fasting? [14:03]

5. What is the best time of day to start my fast? [17:27]

6. Can I fast with adrenal fatigue? [19:09]

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Episode #135

In this episode, Terri shares a frank discussion about why so many people struggle or don't see the results they are seeking despite fasting. She encourages listeners to honestly reflect on whether their relationship with food may be the obstacle. She offers some suggestions about how you can explore this and turn it around if this is holding you back.

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This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. You should always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before doing any fasting, changing your diet, taking or adjusting any medication or supplements, or adopting any treatment for a health problem. The use of any other products or services purchased by you as a result of this podcast does not create a healthcare provider-patient relationship between you and any of the experts affiliated with this podcast. Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.