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.
