The Adversity Advantage with Doug Bopst The Insane Transformation That Comes From Water-Only Fasting (And How To Do It Properly) | Dr. Alan Goldhamer
Oct 9, 2025
Dr. Alan Goldhamer, a physician and founder of TrueNorth Health Center, has over four decades of experience with water-only fasting. In the discussion, he reveals common mistakes that can lead to weight gain and talks about who should consider fasting. Alan highlights the health benefits observed, such as visceral fat reduction and improved metabolic health. He also addresses the mental and emotional advantages of fasting, including reductions in psychiatric medication needs. Practical fasting tips and lifestyle habits for longevity round out this enlightening conversation.
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Fasting Targets Dangerous Visceral Fat
- Water-only fasting preferentially mobilizes visceral fat and reduces inflammation rapidly.
- Dr. Alan Goldhamer links this to reversals in hypertension, diabetes, and other inflammatory diseases.
Medically Supervise Extended Fasts
- Do fasting only after medical evaluation and supervised medication weaning if needed.
- Rest and limit activity during fasting to preserve lean tissue and maximize fat loss.
Lean Mass Recovers After Proper Fasting
- Properly supervised fasting can lose mostly fat with minimal long-term lean loss.
- Studies showed lean tissue recovered within six weeks while visceral fat dropped sharply.
