Mar 31, 2025
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Today we explore the fascinating world of fasting with Renee Fitton, MS, RD, a distinguished longevity dietitian. Renee takes us through the science of fasting, emphasizing that you can fast with food, and discusses its surprising benefits for sexual health and even optimizing testosterone levels. She shares her expertise in longevity nutrition, highlighting how understanding biochemical pathways and innovations in healthcare can extend our health span. Listen in as we address common myths about fasting and introduce the fasting-mimicking diet, showcasing how fasting can regulate blood sugar and improve metabolism, while also enhancing brain health, particularly in the context of Alzheimer's.
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In this episode we discuss...
(00:00) Benefits of Fasting for Health
(06:46) Types of Fasting for Optimal Longevity
(18:17) Fasting Myths and Truths
(24:30) Caffeine, Plant Compounds, and Fasting
(28:55) Reversing Type 2 Diabetes
(40:56) Fasting Types and Safety Protocols
(47:10) Prolonged Fasting Differences
(01:13:39) Biological Age, mTOR, and Transitioning Out of a Fast
(01:24:54) Fasting Mimicking Diet Protocol
(01:38:21) Embracing Progress, Not Perfection
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