The School of Greatness

Science-Backed Strategies for Lasting Weight Loss

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Sep 1, 2023
Dr. Mark Hyman is a bestselling author and founder of the UltraWellness Center, while Dr. Kyle Gillet specializes in obesity and preventative medicine, and Dr. Jason Fung is a leading expert on intermittent fasting. They dive into the complexities of sustainable weight loss, uncovering how sugar influences hunger and fat supports fat burning. The trio highlights the importance of personalized dietary choices, mindfulness in eating, and the science behind intermittent fasting as a powerful tool for managing weight and boosting metabolic health.
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ADVICE

Exercise for Weight Loss

  • Favor aerobic exercise, where you can breathe comfortably.
  • Avoid excessive high-intensity workouts, which can raise cortisol and hinder weight loss.
ADVICE

Benefits of Fasting

  • Lower insulin and blood sugar through fasting.
  • Induce autophagy (self-eating) for cellular recycling and protein breakdown.
INSIGHT

Low-Fat Diet Myth

  • The low-fat diet advice was based on weak evidence, not randomized controlled trials.
  • Metabolism is a hormonal and metabolic issue, not simply calories in, calories out.
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