The Fasting Method Podcast

Fasting Q&A with Dr Jason Fung: Loss of Smell, Reversing T2D Without Fasting, Carnivore Diets, Ketone Monitors vs CGMs, and More

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Nov 26, 2024
Dr. Jason Fung, an expert in intermittent fasting, dives into a wide array of health topics. He discusses how diet can combat insulin resistance in children, particularly those with a history of gestational diabetes. The podcast also addresses the intriguing possibility of using fasting to restore lost senses, and whether a one-meal-a-day strategy can reverse type 2 diabetes. Dr. Fung shares insights on the carnivore diet as an elimination strategy, and the importance of timing protein and fats before carbs for better metabolic responses.
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ADVICE

Dietary Advice for Children with Metabolic Issues

  • Prioritize natural, unprocessed foods for children with signs of metabolic issues.
  • Ensure a minimum 12-hour overnight fast by eliminating snacks and late-night eating.
ADVICE

Fasting for Smell Restoration

  • Consider trying longer fasts if you've experienced COVID-related loss of smell restored during a fast.
  • Fasting may reduce inflammation, potentially improving smell.
ADVICE

Reversing Diabetes without Extended Fasting

  • If you cannot fast for over 24 hours, be more strict with carb intake to reverse diabetes.
  • Check your blood sugars and identify trigger foods, especially refined carbs.
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