Dr. Jason Fung, a nephrologist and fasting expert, joins health advocates Dr. Alan Goldhamer, Mike Mutzel, and Kellyanne Petrucci to discuss the complex benefits of fasting for weight loss and disease prevention. They debunk the myth that losing weight is simply about calorie restriction, emphasizing the importance of insulin and hormones. The conversation covers how fasting influences metabolic health, the physiological changes it triggers, and its potential to transform diets. Additionally, they explore fasting’s cognitive benefits and its role in reversing conditions like diabetes.

Dr. Alan Goldhamer, the founder of TrueNorth Health Center and a pioneer in water-only fasting, discusses transformative health strategies. He reveals how prolonged fasting can combat chronic diseases and the troubling impact of visceral fat. The conversation dives into the psychological and physiological benefits of fasting, highlighting success stories of patient recovery and longevity. Goldhamer also shares insights on dietary habits, the societal challenges of processed foods, and the need for community empowerment to improve overall health outcomes.

For the past year and a half, we’ve been creating quarterly episodes centered on a singular theme offered as an RRP Masterclass. These compilation episodes are derived from multiple past guests, and today, we focus our attention on plant-based nutrition.To gain the greatest insight into this topic, my team and I mined wisdom from the most esteemed doctors and the foremost experts in nutrition science that have graced the show—individuals who have direct experience with the impacts of a standard American diet, treatment protocols that include lifestyle changes toward plant fuel, the impact, and reversal of serious cardiovascular issues. The full guest list with links to their full episodes is below.Guest list: #678 – Dr. Gemma Newman #664 – Simon Hill #410 – Dr. Dean Ornish #79 – T. Colin Campbell #522 – Dr. Michael Greger #150 – Dr. Garth Davis #507 – Dr. Michael Klaper #492 – Dr. Neal Barnard #140 – Dr. Robert Ostfeld  #589 – Drs. Dean & Ayesha Sherzai #349 – Dr. Joel Kahn #325 – Dr. Kim Williams #541 – Dr. Alan Goldhamer Show notes + MOREWatch on YouTubeNewsletter Sign-UpPeace + Plants,Rich

Dr. Alan Goldhamer, founder of the True North Health Center and fasting expert, dives deep into the surprising benefits of medically supervised water-only fasting. He discusses the epidemic of food addiction driven by processed diets and how fasting can help reset unhealthy eating habits. Goldhamer shares transformative success stories, emphasizing fasting's role in reversing diseases and enhancing mental clarity. With insights on dietary changes and the importance of medical oversight, he champions a whole plant-based diet for improved health and longevity.

Join Dan Buettner, a National Geographic fellow known for his Blue Zones research, and Harvard's David Sinclair, a pioneer in aging studies, as they explore secrets to healthy aging. They discuss lifestyle choices from plant-based diets to social connections. Alan Goldhammer shares insights on fasting, while Matthew Walker emphasizes the crucial role of sleep. Walter Longo and Rangan Chatterjee dig into stress management and its health impacts, advocating for holistic approaches to not just live longer, but thrive.

In this engaging discussion, Dr. Alan Goldhamer, a leading expert on water-only fasting, and Dr. Jason Fung, a nephrologist known for his work on intermittent fasting, team up with Sal Di Stefano, who emphasizes personalized fasting strategies. They debunk common myths about the ketogenic diet and highlight the surprising cognitive benefits of hunger. The trio explores how modern nutrition often overlooks long-term health strategies, advocating for mindful eating and the importance of body composition over mere calorie counting.

Dr. Alan Goldhamer, director of True North Health Center, specializes in supervised water-only fasting. He discusses the staggering results of over 25,000 fasting cases, emphasizing the crucial difference between fasting and starving. Goldhamer critiques modern diets, linking unhealthy eating habits to obesity and other health risks. He highlights fasting's benefits for conditions like hypertension and its potential role in disease prevention. The conversation also touches on the importance of a plant-based diet for long-lasting health improvements.

Dr. Alan Goldhamer discusses the benefits of water-only fasting in reducing visceral fat, improving gut microbiome, and addressing health conditions. The podcast explores fasting durations, safety protocols, magnesium importance, detox benefits, and success stories in cancer treatment. It also covers legal battles, BDNF's role in disease prevention, structured refeeding post-fast, and the impact of refined carbs on health.

Dr. Alan Goldhamer, founder of TrueNorth Health Center and a leading authority on water-only fasting, shares his transformative insights on health. He discusses how fasting can reverse serious conditions like hypertension and diabetes, emphasizing lifestyle changes over medications. Goldhamer shares inspiring stories, including a patient who overcame cancer through fasting. He also tackles the concept of the 'pleasure trap' and offers tips for safely integrating fasting into daily life, making a compelling case for mindful nutrition.

Dr. Alan Goldhamer, a pioneering expert in water-only fasting with over 38 years of experience, discusses groundbreaking insights into health and chronic diseases. He reveals how water fasting may reverse conditions deemed 'incurable' by conventional medicine. Goldhamer critiques the 'pleasure trap' of modern diets, emphasizing the importance of delayed gratification for long-term health. He advocates for a holistic approach to wellness, focusing on enhancing quality of life through mindful choices and fasting as a pathway to vitality.