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Strategies for Balanced Hormones, Cycles and Brain with Dr. Mindy Pelz

Dec 11, 2023
Dr. Mindy Pelz, renowned holistic health expert, discusses the benefits of fasting for brain health, including its impact on hormones and menstrual cycles. She explores the stages of a woman's hormonal cycle and how it affects behavior, mood, and cognitive abilities. Dr. Pelz also highlights the importance of ovulation for optimal brain function and provides tips for managing stress and cravings. Check out her podcast, books, and YouTube channel to learn more about hormones and cycles.
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  • Fasting can optimize brain health by providing the brain with necessary fuel in the form of ketones, achieved through compressing the eating window and longer periods of fasting.
  • Fasting is not an optional practice but a necessary state for overall healing and should be viewed as crucial for both body and brain health.

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Fasting and Brain Health

Fasting can benefit brain health and performance by providing the brain with the necessary fuel it needs. When in a fasted state, the brain produces low doses of ketones, which act as fuel. This can be achieved by compressing the eating window and leaving longer periods of fasting. By combining fasting with a focus on brain-nourishing foods during eating windows, one can optimize brain health.

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