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The INSANE BENEFITS Of Fasting For Weight Loss & PREVENTING Disease! | Dr. Jason Fung
Mar 2, 2023
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- Fasting supports fat burning and insulin regulation for weight loss and metabolic health.
- Cancer is viewed as an evolutionary process with genetic mutations due to chronic inflammation.
- Fasting reduces inflammation markers and improves insulin sensitivity, enhancing overall health.
- Whole plant-based diets without salt, oil, and sugar promote long-term health and weight management.
- Balancing macronutrients and prioritizing gut health are essential for optimal nutrition and well-being.
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Fasting and Its Effects on Health and Longevity
Fasting is discussed as a way to improve health and immunity. The podcast examines the impacts of chronic caloric restriction versus fasting on the body, emphasizing how insulin levels affect fat storage. Dr. Jason Fung highlights that fasting leads to fat burning and explains the impact of insulin in diverting energy. The importance of proper refeeding after fasting and the overall benefits of a whole natural foods diet to maintain health and longevity are emphasized.
Evolutionary View of Cancer Paradigms
The podcast delves into the evolution of cancer paradigms, moving from the belief that cancer is simply rapid cell growth to understanding cancer as an evolutionary process. Dr. Jason Fung explains the genetic mutations in cancer cells and how chronic damage and inflammation can lead to cancer development. The discussion shifts towards immunotherapy as a new approach to treating cancer by targeting cancer cells as invasive species and bolstering the immune system.
Impact of Fasting on Inflammation and Insulin Sensitivity
The podcast explores the inflammatory and insulin sensitivity benefits of fasting. It discusses how fasting lowers inflammatory markers like IL-6, TNF-alpha, and leptin, and increases markers like ghrelin and adiponectin. The role of fasting in reversing insulin resistance and improving mitochondrial function is highlighted, showcasing fasting as a natural adaptation that positively impacts key health markers.
Nutrition and Whole Plant-Based Diet
The importance of a whole plant-based diet without salt, oil, and sugar (SOS) is underscored in the podcast. Dr. Jason Fung explains the negative effects of added salt in stimulating overeating and influencing satiety. The discussion emphasizes the benefits of consuming vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and legumes in specific proportions to maintain health, sustainability, and long-term weight management.
Health and Processed Foods
Processed foods containing salt, sugar, and oils, commonly used by chefs, can lead to intense brain stimulation. The speaker highlights the importance of avoiding processed vegan foods like soda and chips, emphasizing the distinction between vegan and healthy foods.
Diet and Longevity
The discussion explores the impact of salt and olive oil on health, delving into the effects of excessive salt consumption on gut bacteria. The potential benefits and drawbacks of olive oil consumption are examined, highlighting the importance of moderation and considering the processed nature of food.
Fasting, Microbiome, and Nutrition
The conversation covers fasting benefits, including improved mental clarity and gut microbiome health. The significance of diverse nutrition and seasonal eating for optimal health and microbiome diversity is emphasized, alongside insights into the effects of ketogenic diets on longevity and microbiome resilience.
Balancing Macros for Optimal Nutrition
Balancing macronutrients is crucial for optimal nutrition. The podcast highlights the importance of finding the right balance of proteins, fats, and carbohydrates to fuel the body effectively. Whether it's through a ketogenic approach or a paleo diet, the key lies in understanding how different foods impact individual bodies. By tailoring the intake of proteins, fibrous vegetables, and energy vegetables according to personal needs, individuals can achieve sustainable and long-term nutritional benefits.
Prioritizing Gut Health with Bone Broth
The discussion emphasizes the significance of gut health and its impact on overall well-being. Bone broth is highlighted as a key component in gut healing, known for its restorative properties. Rich in amino acids, minerals, and collagen, bone broth aids in soothing and repairing the gut lining. The podcast mentions that consistent intake of bone broth over time can lead to improved skin health, increased energy levels, and overall longevity.
Not understanding hormones and calories is leading more of us to metabolic problems than a little bit. Unfortunately, losing weight and having healthier blood glucose levels isn’t as simple as eating less and restricting calories. To make matters worse, fasting, although a popular method of weight loss and health, is a lot more complicated than not eating.
In this we have experts such as Dr. Jason Fung, Dr. Alan Goldhamer, and Mike Mutzel sharing their insights and research on how to approach fasting for weight loss and improved metabolic health.
Dr Jason Fung is a nephrologist and the co-founder of the Fasting Method program which has helped millions of people lose weight and reverse type 2 diabetes. Unlike many nephrologists, Dr Fung supports and encourages the education of diabetes and weight loss being possible through intermittent fasting. He’s a NY Times bestselling author and respected voice on fasting, weight loss, nutrition, and type 2 diabetes.
Dr. Alan Goldhamer is the founder of TrueNorth Health Center. His clinic focuses on healing patients through plant based vegan diets, and clinical fasting. Dr Goldhamer is also the author of The Pleasure Trap, Mastering the Hidden Force that Undermines Health & Happiness.
Mike Mutzel is a functional medicine consultant in the natural product industry. He’s obsessed with evidence-based natural medicine and is the author of the Bell Fat Effect. Mike is also the founder of High Intensity Health.
Follow Jason Fung:
Website: https://www.doctorjasonfung.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjasonfung/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/drjasonfung
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drjasonfung
Follow Dr. Alan Goldhamer:
Website: https://www.healthpromoting.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/truenorthhealth
Follow Mike Mutzel:
Website: https://highintensityhealth.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MikeMutzelMS
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikeMutzel
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/metabolic_mike/
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