The Art of Manliness

#328: The Pros and Cons of Intermittent Fasting

Aug 8, 2017
John Berardi, co-owner of Precision Nutrition and a dedicated nutrition scientist, dives deep into the world of intermittent fasting. He clarifies the buzz around its health benefits, from fat loss to improved focus, while exposing myths along the way. Discover how gender differences affect fasting outcomes and what athletes need to consider before diving in. Berardi also reflects on the psychological gains from fasting and the importance of embracing discomfort. This insightful discussion is a must for anyone curious about nutrition!
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Three Benefit Categories of Fasting

  • Intermittent fasting benefits fall into body composition, health, and psychological categories.
  • It can help fat loss, improve blood sugar regulation, and train hunger to be less stressful.
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Intermittent Fasting Requires Nuance

  • Many health claims about intermittent fasting are based on animal studies and are nuanced.
  • It's not a cure-all and effects depend on personal context like gender and stress.
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Hormonal Effects of Fasting

  • Intermittent fasting improves blood sugar regulation by increasing hormone sensitivity and metabolic flexibility.
  • It elevates catabolic hormones like cortisol while reducing anabolic hormones like testosterone over time.
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