Fast. Feast. Repeat. Intermittent Fasting For Life

Episode 94: Making New Friends, Boosting Metabolism, Hair Loss, and More

Apr 16, 2025

Spring brings new beginnings as the hosts share the importance of nurturing friendships for emotional support. They discuss the critical role of movement in promoting a healthy lymphatic system, dispelling myths surrounding exercise. Metabolic boosting techniques like alternate day fasting are highlighted, alongside insightful personal experiences related to nutrition and weight management. The challenges of hair loss and its triggers are explored, offering reassurance and practical advice for recovery, alongside strategies for optimizing eating windows and staying motivated.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Navigating Loneliness and Building Connections

01:39 • 12min

The Essential Role of Movement for a Healthy Lymphatic System

13:33 • 2min

Metabolic Boosting Strategies

15:09 • 11min

Understanding Telogen Effluvium and Hair Loss Triggers

26:24 • 3min

Nourishment and Motivation in Intermittent Fasting

29:26 • 19min

Optimizing Eating Windows and Managing Weight Loss Perspectives

48:50 • 4min

Embracing Joy and Navigating Plateaus

52:33 • 2min

Welcome to this week’s episode of Fast. Feast. Repeat. Intermittent Fasting for Life, with Gin Stephens and Sheri Bullock.

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Resources used in today’s episode:

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