In this conversation, Joel Evan interviews Renee Fitton, a longevity dietician and director of education at L-Nutra, discussing the benefits of the fasting-mimicking diet, particularly for women's health during perimenopause and menopause. They explore the hormonal changes women experience during these stages, the importance of muscle protection, and the role of protein intake. The conversation highlights the positive effects of fasting on cellular health, weight management, and overall well-being, while also emphasizing the need for more research in women's health.

Takeaways

✅ Fasting mimicking diets can significantly reduce biological age.

✅ The fasting mimicking diet allows for muscle preservation while losing fat.

✅ Cortisol levels may rise during fasting, but it's a short-lived stress that can lead to positive changes.

✅ Fasting can help regulate hormones and improve menstrual cycles in some women.

✅ Oral health is surprisingly linked to longevity and overall health.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Longevity Nutrition and Fasting

04:08 Understanding Perimenopause and Menopause

07:46 Fasting Mimicking Diet: Benefits and Recommendations

11:45 Weight Loss and Muscle Preservation Strategies

15:41 The Role of Protein in Aging and Muscle Health

31:35 Understanding Protein Needs for Longevity

37:03 Fasting and Women's Hormonal Health

39:25 The Impact of Fasting on Hormonal Regulation

47:26 Balancing Fasting and Nutrition for Optimal Health

50:28 The Surprising Benefits of Fasting Mimicking Diets