Fast. Feast. Repeat. Intermittent Fasting For Life Episode 111: ADF for Metabolic Boosting, Confusion About Fasting, Women, & Protein, and More
Aug 13, 2025
Discover the ups and downs of summer health struggles, including a listener's inspiring journey through intermittent fasting. Learn about metabolic health and the impact of personalized choices on weight management. The hosts debunk common fasting myths, especially concerning women's health, and emphasize the importance of trusting your body. Explore the holistic benefits of fasting that go beyond just weight loss, and gain insights into the significance of individualized coaching to align dietary changes with personal goals.
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Cholesterol Drop After Two Years Fasting
- Thelma reduced her cholesterol from over 300 to 102 after two years of intermittent fasting and strength training.
- She reports visible arm toning and calls the result the best gift she gave herself at age 50.
Use ADF To Repair A Slowed Metabolism
- Try alternate-day fasting (ADF) when long-term restrictive diets have down-regulated your metabolism.
- Combine ADF with improved food quality (more fiber, fruits, vegetables, whole foods) to maximize metabolic and anti-inflammatory benefits.
One-Meal Reports Aren't Clean Fasting
- Many studies labeled as 'intermittent fasting' actually surveyed people who ate one meal but consumed calories or sweetened drinks all day.
- Gin Stephens warns that such studies do not represent a clean fast and lead to misleading conclusions about fasting risks.
