Episode #260: The Weird Science of Fasting

Dec 11, 2023

Learn about Angus Barbieri, a man who went without food for over a year and the impact of fasting on obesity. Explore the case of Angus Barbieri and his record-breaking 382-day fast. Discover the effectiveness of intermittent fasting for weight management and its potential benefits for insulin resistance. Discuss the effects of fasting on endurance performance and muscle gains. Examine the effects of intermittent fasting and regular eating on muscle mass, body fat, and exercise performance.

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Introduction

00:00 • 2min

Extreme Fasting: The Case of Angus Barbieri

01:47 • 6min

The Longest Fast Ever and Intermittent Fasting

07:42 • 3min

The Effects of Fasting on Weight Management, Endurance Performance, and Muscle Mass

11:00 • 6min

Effects of Intermittent Fasting and Regular Eating on Muscle Mass and Exercise Performance

16:41 • 2min