Dr. Jason Fung is a bestselling author and world-renowned expert on fasting. He joins JJ in today's podcast episode to reveal the powerful benefits of fasting and how you can incorporate fasting into your routine to take back your health! Listen as Dr. Fung explains why the calories in-calories out method of dieting doesn't work, as well as why fasting is a better option for lasting weight loss. Dr. Fung also busts common myths about fasting, plus he shares the incredible advantages that fasting has to offer, including how it can help slow aging, fight disease, increase energy levels and burn away stored fat. Find out about the different types of fasting and grab Dr. Fung's free introductory course so you can start reaping the rewards of fasting today!
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Main Points From Today\u2019s Episode
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Episode Play-By-Play
[2:10] Dr. Jason Fung\u2019s career briefing
[3:05] Listener shout-out
[4:15 ] If you\u2019re struggling with gas and bloating, food intolerance, or any other digestive unrest, try JJ\u2019s Leaky Gut Support!\xa0
[5:34] How Dr. Fung became an expert on fasting\xa0
[7:40] The calories in-calories out dieting method doesn\u2019t work!\xa0
[10:05] Busting the myth that you have to eat all day long to lose weight\xa0
[11:10] If you don\u2019t have diabetes or other health issues, your body tends to keep your blood sugar at stable levels.
[12:30] After diving into the medical literature, Dr. Fung realized that fasting is actually a really good idea.
\xa0[12:58] Billions of people around the world have used different types of fasting regimens for thousands of years.
[13:45] Dr. Fung has seen patients reverse type 2 diabetes with fasting
[14:52] Overcoming common concerns about fasting\xa0
[16:45] Studies on fasting and lean body mass
[18:23] How fasting increases energy levels and sends the signal to your body to burn stored fat
[19:32] Changing up your exercise and eating routine has metabolic benefits.\xa0
[20:20] Putting small amounts of stress on your body in the form of fasting or exercise can actually be good for you.
[22:30] The top benefits of fasting
[23:21] Fasting boosts the process of autophagy, which has powerful anti-aging effects.\xa0
[24:09] The impact of fasting on hunger levels\xa0
[26:30] How fasting reestablishes your relationship with food\xa0
[27:30] Why eating 6 small meals a day makes you hungrier\xa0\xa0
[29:30] Different types of fasting protocols and Dr. Fung\u2019s top recommendations on how to incorporate fasting into your routine
[31:41] How to step into fasting
[33:05] Listener\u2019s question: I know you\u2019re not a fan of snacking, but I have low blood sugar. What should I do?
[34:02] Start by improving your food quality and eating the trifecta of fiber, protein, and healthy fats.
[34:59] Then, begin to extend the time between meals.\xa0
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Mentioned in this episode:
The Obesity Code: Unlocking the Secrets of Weight Loss, by Dr. Jason Fung
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