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Part Two: Functional Health Expert Dr. Mindy Pelz on How Fasting Heals Hormones, Burns Belly Fat & Increases Sex Drive

Nov 19, 2025
Dr. Mindy Pelz, a functional health expert and author, dives into the transformative power of fasting for women's health. She highlights how fasting can aid in detoxification, boost metabolism, and tackle menopausal weight gain. The discussion includes practical fasting tips, the dangers of artificial food chemicals, and dietary recommendations for hormone support. Dr. Pelz emphasizes the importance of understanding how aging affects women uniquely and encourages listeners to experiment with their health to find what truly works.
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INSIGHT

Fasting Triggers Cellular Detox

  • Fasting activates autophagy which helps cells expel many toxins except heavy metals.
  • Regular 17-hour fasts once or twice weekly act like a cellular detox for modern toxic exposure.
INSIGHT

Glyphosate Deepens Toxic Burden

  • Glyphosate is a top public-health toxin because it drives plastics and heavy metals into tissues.
  • Regulatory rollbacks on pesticides worsen systemic toxic load and chronic disease risk.
ADVICE

Choose Real Food And Fast Daily

  • Eat real foods that come from the ground and avoid highly processed items.
  • If possible choose organic and add a daily 15-hour fast to improve metabolic health nationwide.
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