Episode
How FASTING Can Turn Your Life Around TODAY! EP 1185
1:38:04
Published: Fri Nov 05 2021
Description
Today’s episode is a special mashup focused on all things fasting! We’ve had a few doctors and health experts on the show raving about the extreme health benefits of fasting when done right. In today’s episode we’ll hear from Dave Asprey, Dr. Alan Goldhamer, and Dr. Jason Fung talking all about the do’s and don’ts of fasting!In this episode we discuss the best fasting schedule for you and how to learn to listen to your body’s needs, the biggest mistakes you can make while fasting, the science behind how fasting works and how people discovered its benefits, why fasting is more accessible than you think, and so much more!For more go to: www.lewishowes.com/1185Dave Asprey’s Full Episode - www.lewishowes.com/1084Dr. Alan Golhamer’s Full Episode - www.lewishowes.com/1124Dr. Jason Fung’s Full Episode - www.lewishowes.com/1030The Wim Hof Experience: Mindset Training, Power Breathing, and Brotherhood: https://link.chtbl.com/910-podA Scientific Guide to Living Longer, Feeling Happier & Eating Healthier with Dr. Rhonda Patrick: https://link.chtbl.com/967-podThe Science of Sleep for Ultimate Success with Shawn Stevenson: https://link.chtbl.com/896-pod
Chapters
Dave Asprey explains the best fasting schedule for individual needs, common mistakes to avoid and the science behind fasting's benefits.
00:00 - 03:48 (03:48)
Summary
Dave Asprey explains the best fasting schedule for individual needs, common mistakes to avoid and the science behind fasting's benefits.
EpisodeHow FASTING Can Turn Your Life Around TODAY! EP 1185
PodcastThe School of Greatness
It's important to not push yourself to fast if your body is not ready or it could harm you more than help you.
03:48 - 07:12 (03:23)
Summary
It's important to not push yourself to fast if your body is not ready or it could harm you more than help you. Listening to your body and its needs is crucial in finding an effective and healthy fasting routine.
EpisodeHow FASTING Can Turn Your Life Around TODAY! EP 1185
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Intermittent fasting can provide more energy in the morning than eating breakfast and can help optimize one's life by reducing food obsession and energy expenditure on digestion.
07:12 - 14:11 (06:59)
Summary
Intermittent fasting can provide more energy in the morning than eating breakfast and can help optimize one's life by reducing food obsession and energy expenditure on digestion.
EpisodeHow FASTING Can Turn Your Life Around TODAY! EP 1185
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Over-fasting can have negative effects on sleep quality, causing disruptions and waking up multiple times during the night.
14:11 - 17:19 (03:08)
Summary
Over-fasting can have negative effects on sleep quality, causing disruptions and waking up multiple times during the night. Men and women can both experience poor sleep quality and men may experience this a month after women.
EpisodeHow FASTING Can Turn Your Life Around TODAY! EP 1185
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The podcast discusses the right way to lose weight without losing muscle mass, stating that one needs the right kind of calories and to avoid eating fried food like restaurant french fries.
17:19 - 20:10 (02:51)
Summary
The podcast discusses the right way to lose weight without losing muscle mass, stating that one needs the right kind of calories and to avoid eating fried food like restaurant french fries.
EpisodeHow FASTING Can Turn Your Life Around TODAY! EP 1185
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Dr. Alan Goldhammer discusses the benefits of water-only fasting, how often you should do it, the effects of coffee on fasting, and how your attitude can impact the healing process during fasting.
20:10 - 24:48 (04:37)
Summary
Dr. Alan Goldhammer discusses the benefits of water-only fasting, how often you should do it, the effects of coffee on fasting, and how your attitude can impact the healing process during fasting.
EpisodeHow FASTING Can Turn Your Life Around TODAY! EP 1185
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The text discusses a study conducted with 174 consecutive patients with high blood pressure who were able to lower their pressure enough to eliminate the need for medications, and how shorter-term pleasure seeking behaviors can lead to long term problems.
24:48 - 29:34 (04:46)
Summary
The text discusses a study conducted with 174 consecutive patients with high blood pressure who were able to lower their pressure enough to eliminate the need for medications, and how shorter-term pleasure seeking behaviors can lead to long term problems.
EpisodeHow FASTING Can Turn Your Life Around TODAY! EP 1185
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Dr. Jason Fung discusses the recommended duration of fasting, the benefits and risks of long-term fasting, and how it affects dopamine production and overeating.
29:34 - 35:14 (05:39)
Summary
Dr. Jason Fung discusses the recommended duration of fasting, the benefits and risks of long-term fasting, and how it affects dopamine production and overeating. He explains that it is important to choose the appropriate candidate for a longer-term intervention and notes that people with certain pathologies, people on medication, and people with risk factors may require a different approach than long-term water-only fasting.
EpisodeHow FASTING Can Turn Your Life Around TODAY! EP 1185
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Dr. Jason Fung explains the benefits of intermittent fasting, how it affects the body both during and after fasting, and how it can be combined with a whole foods, plant-based diet to reverse type 2 diabetes.
35:14 - 1:05:23 (30:08)
Summary
Dr. Jason Fung explains the benefits of intermittent fasting, how it affects the body both during and after fasting, and how it can be combined with a whole foods, plant-based diet to reverse type 2 diabetes. He also discusses how highly motivated patients have seen drastic improvements and transformations after completing 2-4 week fasts, but noted that results may vary for each patient.