Peak Performance Life Podcast EPI 162: Can Fasting Save Your Life? How Dr. Alan Goldhamer Has Helped Over 20,000 People Regain Their Health. Plus His Take On Overeating Protein & The Optimal Diet For Longevity!
Show notes:
(1:05) Dr. Goldhamer's journey into fasting and alternative medicine
(3:11) The impact of visceral fat on chronic diseases
(4:44) Fasting and treating high blood pressure
(8:16) The types and benefits of fasting
(12:39) Importance of rest during fasting to preserve muscle and maximize fat loss
(15:56) Long-term success of fasting and maintaining results
(25:46) The rule of fasting
(28:19) Fasting differences between males and females
(30:28) The risks of excessive protein intake and the importance of balanced nutrition
(38:29) Debunking the myth that protein should be the central focus of the diet
(42:30) Can fasting save your life?
(45:58) Fasting tips
(51:35) Learn more about Dr. Alan Goldhamer
(53:05) Outro
Who is Dr. Alan Goldhamer?
Dr. Alan Goldhamer, founder of TrueNorth Health Center, offers a comprehensive range of health services, including medical and chiropractic care, psychotherapy, counseling, and body work. He is known for his energetic and articulate approach to health education, supervising the fasting of thousands of patients and making TrueNorth a leading training center for therapeutic fasting certification. Dr. Goldhamer is dedicated to helping individuals break self-destructive cycles and reclaim control over their lives.
A significant contributor to medical research, Dr. Goldhamer led landmark studies on water-only fasting for hypertension, published in prestigious journals. Currently, he directs a team developing a study on fasting and health-promoting diets for managing diabetes and high blood pressure. He holds a chiropractic degree from Western States Chiropractic College and is licensed as an osteopathic physician in Australia. He has also authored influential books, including "The Health Promoting Cookbook" and co-authored "The Pleasure Trap: Mastering The Hidden Force That Undermines Health and Happiness."
Connect with Dr. Alan:
Website: https://www.healthpromoting.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alan-goldhamer-aab887a/
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