The Best Intermittent Fasting Protocol For You | Paul Arciero, Ph.D., FACSM, FTOS
Oct 30, 2023
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Dr. Paul Arciero discusses different intermittent fasting protocols and the importance of personalized plans. He explores the benefits and misconceptions of intermittent fasting, including optimizing protein synthesis and time-restricted eating. Dr. Paul emphasizes the significance of nutrition quality and offers recommendations for incorporating intermittent fasting into a protein-rich diet.
The quality of nutrition consumed during the eating period is often overlooked in intermittent fasting, but it is crucial to prioritize high-quality nutrition for preserving lean body mass and overall health.
A one or two-day nutritionally supported intermittent fast, along with protein pacing on the other days, can yield the best results in terms of body composition, cellular changes, and health improvement.
Deep dives
Overview of Intermittent Fasting
Intermittent fasting is a popular topic of research and discussion in the field of nutrition and health. There are various types of intermittent fasting, including time-restricted eating, 24-hour fasting, 5:2 method, and alternate day fasting. Each type involves either restricting the eating window or fasting for specific time periods. However, the quality of what you consume during the eating period is often overlooked, which is a crucial aspect. It is important to focus not only on weight loss but also on the quality of nutrition and the preservation of lean body mass.
The Importance of Quality Nutrition
While intermittent fasting can lead to weight and fat loss, it often results in the loss of metabolically active muscle mass, which is undesirable. The key is to prioritize the maintenance and increase of lean body mass by consuming high-quality nutrition. Research suggests that a one or two-day nutritionally supported intermittent fast, along with protein pacing on the other days, can yield the best results in terms of body composition, cellular changes, and health improvement. It is crucial to strike a balance between cleansing the body and providing the necessary ingredients for lean body mass synthesis.
Intermittent Fasting for Different Population Groups
Intermittent fasting has its benefits for different population groups. For individuals seeking a lifestyle change, incorporating a one to three-month intermittent fasting protocol with protein pacing can lead to significant improvements in health and overall body composition. Athletes and fitness-minded individuals should strategically plan intermittent fasting during their off-season or high-volume training period to optimize recovery and build lean body mass. Time-restricted eating can be useful for those who need boundaries around their eating habits and can be complemented with protein pacing for late-night snacks. However, time-restricted eating alone may not be ideal for individuals aiming to increase lean body mass.
There are a ton of intermittent fasting protocols out there, but they are not all equally effective. Dr. Paul Arciero discusses all the different ways you can practice a fasting protocol, some of the reasons why each one is beneficial (or not), and how to create a plan that works best for your goals. While there is a ton of promising research on intermittent fasting, Dr. Paul shares what he thinks the public and health professionals alike are missing out on and why all “results” are not the same.
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