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6: Who Should Fast, and Who Shouldn’t? [No + Maybe + Yes]
The FastingWell Podcast
10/28/21 • 21 min
Today I walk you through my perspective about who should or shouldn’t be fasting.
I explain 3 groups: Those who should NOT fast, those who SHOULD fast, and those who fall somewhere in between -- the “maybe” group. The first group is easy to explain, but the 2nd and 3rd groups have a lot more nuance, and take a bit longer.
Overall, the vast majority of people fall into the group who would very likely benefit from intermittent fasting (or any type of fasting).
Full show notes and resources here: https://fastingwell.com/episode6/
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5: 9 Success Tips for Beginners [How to Avoid Common Pitfalls]
The FastingWell Podcast
10/19/21 • 24 min
Today I'll share 9 essential tips to help you be successful as a total beginner with intermittent fasting (aka time-restricted eating). My ultimate goal is to help you be successful with fasting from the very start, so you can improve your health, live longer, and feel better.
Download my "Intermittent Fasting Checklist" here: https://fastingwell.com/checklist
Full show notes & resources here: https://fastingwell.com/episode5

1: What's this podcast about?!
The FastingWell Podcast
10/12/21 • 8 min
Today I'll give you a rundown of what the FastingWell podcast is all about, who it's for, and what my background is. I'll explain what you can learn and how it can help you improve your physical and mental health. I'll also give you a preview of what topics I'll cover in upcoming episodes, and explain how you can get the most out of these episodes. Thanks for listening!
(Brand note: "FastingWell" is meant to be all one word, as opposed to "Fasting Well")
Full show notes and resources here: https://fastingwell.com/episode1/
Become an email insider here: https://fastingwell.com/newsletter/

29: Special Occasions, Family Support, Weigh-Ins, & More! (w/ Gin Stephens)
The FastingWell Podcast
07/19/22 • 52 min
Gin Stephens is a prolific author of several books about intermittent fasting, including the best-seller “Fast. Feast. Repeat.” She also has a podcast, a blog, and a thriving fasting community. Today she was kind enough to join me for a far-ranging discussion about intermittent fasting. Unfortunately, there was a technical glitch and my voice sounds fuzzy. But when Gin is talking the audio is just fine, so feel free to focus on those sections. Timestamps are below so you can easily jump to specific topics!
TIMESTAMPS:
Gin’s intermittent fasting journey (4:01) // Gin’s approach to IF, & being flexible (10:22) // Why Gin recommends “clean” fasting (14:38) // Dealing with family / friends when you fast (26:28) // Family events & other special occasions (35:08) // Should you weigh yourself every day? (45:51)
YouTube Version of this interview: https://youtu.be/wYHR-Z099fo
Full show notes and resources: https://fastingwell.com/episode29/
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27: What to Eat *Before* Fasting [Short or Long]
The FastingWell Podcast
06/21/22 • 17 min
Intermittent fasting and extended fasting are both easier when you eat the right kind of food beforehand. It prepares your body and helps you get a smooth start, and ultimately makes it easier to get all the way through your fast. Today I’ll explain what types of food I recommend eating before a short fast (like daily time-restricted eating), or a long fast (such as 24 hours or more).
My YouTube video on this topic: https://youtu.be/XN6FQILUK44
Full show notes and resources: https://fastingwell.com/episode27/
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56: “The Salt Fix” - Detailed Summary [Why You Need MORE Salt, Not Less]
The FastingWell Podcast
10/31/23 • 49 min
Salt is a SUPER-important topic for anyone who’s fasting, or eating low-carb. Salt is also very important for overall health. That's why today I'm sharing a detailed summary of the book, The Salt Fix (by Dr. James DiNicolantonio). Timestamps are below.
This summary will help you understand why much of what you've heard about salt may be wrong, where the salt restriction guidelines came from, why it's better and healthier to eat all the salt you crave (at least for most people), and some specific ideas about how to put this info in practice.
👉 YouTube version: https://youtu.be/R-DOrXvucKc
👉 My YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@FastingWell
👉 The Salt Fix, by Dr. Jame Dinic. (book on Amazon)
👉 Listen to The Salt Fix with a free trial on Audible
Full show notes and resources: https://fastingwell.com/episode56/
⏰ TIMESTAMPS ⏰:
Overview (0:00) |
Book introduction (2:24) |
Chapter 1 - But doesn't salt cause high blood pressure? (4:31) |
Chapter 2 - We are salty folk (6:14) |
Chapter 3 - The war against salt, and how we demonized the wrong white crystal (8:04) |
Chapter 4 - What really causes heart disease? (15:13) |
Chapter 5 - We are starving inside (19:57) |
Chapter 6 - Crystal rehab: Using salt cravings to kick sugar addiction (23:49) |
Chapter 7 - How much salt do you really need? (28:13) |
Chapter 8 - The salt fix: give your body what it really needs (38:02) |
Epilogue & appendices (46:01) |

51: Keto Deep Dive, Staying Strong, & Aging Well (w/ Dr. Ken Ford PhD)
The FastingWell Podcast
06/20/23 • 104 min
Dr. Ken Ford is CEO & founder of the IHMC research institute. He also hosts a popular podcast about science called Stem-talk. Today he shares his expertise and personal experience about the ketogenic diet, and addresses other questions related to nutrition, muscle building, healthy aging, fasting, the state of research, and more.
YouTube version: https://youtu.be/BvBkp7NPZpA
Does Fasting Burn Muscle? (blog post): https://fastingwell.com/fasting-muscle-loss/
Full show notes and resources: https://fastingwell.com/episode51/
TIMESTAMPS:
Intro to Dr. Ken Ford & Stem-talk (5:28) // What is a ketogenic diet? (12:36) // When did Ken start keto? (15:39) // How has keto changed? (19:38) // Getting enough protein on keto or fasting (25:00) // Top health benefits of keto (32:41) // A “cyclic” ketogenic diet (41:39) // What constitutes a "well-formulated" ketogenic diet? (45:27) // Making keto sustainable (51:07) // Keto & cholesterol / heart disease (57:05) // Nutrition research reporting (1:05:54) // Erythritol & heart disease news reports (1:10:08) // Exogenous ketone supplements (1:15:31) // Ken thoughts about intermittent fasting (1:21:43) // Risks & benefits of extended fasting (1:25:08) // Prioritizing protein for healthy aging (1:32:40) // Stem-talk podcast (1:41:28)

44: Overcoming Junk Food Addiction (w/ Dr. Jen Unwin, clinical psychologist)
The FastingWell Podcast
02/28/23 • 60 min
Jen Unwin is a clinical and health psychologist with expertise in food addiction. She even wrote a book about it. Today she shares her insights about sugar addiction / processed food addiction, including how to recognize it, what to do about it, and how to stay on track. For specific topics, see timestamps below.
Fork in the Road (Jen’s book): https://amzn.to/3RNHM4d Major topics we covered:
Intro (0:00) // Jen’s backstory (2:55) // Is food addiction real? (8:12) // What should we call it? (19:08) // How do you know if you’re addicted to food? (22:46) // First steps to take if you’re addicted (30:43) // How your body & brain react when you quit sugar (41:07) // What to eat in recovery (46:19) // Holidays & special occasions (52:48) // Where to find more info (57:39)
My YouTube channel (includes some clips from this interview): https://www.youtube.com/@FastingWell
Full show notes and resources: https://fastingwell.com/episode44/Get my “Intermittent Fasting Checklist ” here: https://fastingwell.com/get-my-if-checklist/
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42: What Breaks Your Fast? [Full Beginner’s Guide]
The FastingWell Podcast
01/17/23 • 28 min
How to know if something “breaks” your fast: key underlying principles (so you can answer this question for yourself), how to relate it to your own individual goals, and a bunch of specific examples that people often ask about--from coffee to diet soda to vitamins, and more.
Blog version: https://fastingwell.com/what-breaks-fasting/
YouTube version: https://youtu.be/sH9AgSWzKe8
My YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@FastingWell
Get my “Intermittent Fasting Checklist” here: https://fastingwell.com/get-my-if-checklist/
Get my “Easy Fasting Guide” here: https://fastingwell.com/get-my-easy-fasting-guide/
Full show notes and resources: https://fastingwell.com/episode42/

55: What to Do if Your Cholesterol Goes up on Keto or Fasting? (Does it Matter?)
The FastingWell Podcast
09/28/23 • 18 min
Cholesterol basics, and what should you do if your LDL cholesterol gets higher while on keto or fasting? Does that mean you have a higher risk of getting a heart attack? Should you quit keto? Quit fasting? Take a medication to lower your cholesterol? Do something else? I'll explore all of those questions in today's episode.
YouTube version: https://youtu.be/R7MxomW1_Eo
My YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@FastingWell
Statin / Keto / LDL Paper (Dr.’s Bikman/Diamond/Mason)
Full show notes and resources: https://fastingwell.com/episode55/
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How many episodes does The FastingWell Podcast have?
The FastingWell Podcast currently has 68 episodes available.
What topics does The FastingWell Podcast cover?
The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Nutrition, Intermittent Fasting, Keto, Medicine, Podcasts and Fasting.
What is the most popular episode on The FastingWell Podcast?
The episode title '60: How to Fix Diabetes in 2 Simple-ish Steps [+ Bonus Steps]' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on The FastingWell Podcast?
The average episode length on The FastingWell Podcast is 26 minutes.
How often are episodes of The FastingWell Podcast released?
Episodes of The FastingWell Podcast are typically released every 14 days.
When was the first episode of The FastingWell Podcast?
The first episode of The FastingWell Podcast was released on Oct 12, 2021.
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