Episode 40: Health Benefits of Fasting

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Join us this week as we break down the complexities of fasting.  We discuss the various types of fasting:

1. 24-Hour Fasting

2. Reduced-Calorie Fasting

3. Alternate Day Fasting

4. 5-2 Day Fasting

5. Time Restricted Fasting/Intermittent Fasting

We also discuss the numerous health benefits of fasting:

1. Regulating Insulin Levels

2. Reducing Leptin Resistance

3. Increasing Human Growth Hormone (HGH) Levels

4. Improved Cellular Repair

5. Optimal Gene Expression

6. Reduced Oxidative Stress

As with all of our topics, always consult your health care practitioner before starting any new lifestyle changes.

Books:
The Cancer Code by Dr. Jason Fung
Intuitive Fasting by Dr. Will Cole

Resources:
YouTube Video - Dr. Jason Fung discussing the benefits of fasting for cancer

Benefits of Fasting:
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/10-health-benefits-of-intermittent-fasting#TOC_TITLE_HDR_3

Benefits of Fasting for Cancer:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4982776/

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