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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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58: 3 Patients Who Got Off Diabetes Meds SUPER FAST w/ Fasting [Detailed Results]
The FastingWell Podcast
12/15/23 • 16 min
Detailed results from a case series of 3 patients who got off insulin and other type 2 diabetes medications very quickly.
These patients also lost weight, improved their hemoglobin A1c, and reduced their waist circumference.
Overall, super-impressive results, and very encouraging for anyone who wants to put type 2 diabetes in remission!
👉 IF Quick-Start Guide: https://fastingwell.com/quick
📜 Full research paper: https://casereports.bmj.com/content/2018/bcr-2017-221854
📺 Video Version (of this episode): https://youtu.be/rFUoDS1YQYI
📺 Video on diabetes remission w/ low-carb: https://youtu.be/UBpnliekZqo
📘 The Diabetes Code (book): https://amzn.to/49Vja2g
🎧 Listen for free w/ a 30-day trial on Audible: https://amzn.to/3gKo9vI
👉 Full show notes & resources: https://fastingwell.com/episode57/
TIMESTAMPS:
- (0:00) About the IF Quick-Start Guide
- (1:57) Study background
- (3:15) Study preview & introduction
- (4:53) Patient details
- (5:59) Fasting regimen
- (7:56) Results from fasting
- (11:10) How the patients felt & other takeaways
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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/

3: 9 Key Benefits of Intermittent Fasting (aka Time-Restricted Eating)
The FastingWell Podcast
10/19/21 • 19 min
Today I share several important health benefits of intermittent fasting (sometimes called time-restricted eating), including how & why each of them happens in your body. These benefits are related to several common health conditions, such as diabetes, heart disease, and more. By understanding how fasting benefits your health, you'll be more motivated to get started and make progress towards your goals!
Blog version: https://fastingwell.com/intermittent-fasting-health-benefits/
Full show notes & resources: https://fastingwell.com/episode3/

2: My Story (What I’ve Learned, & How I can Help YOU)
The FastingWell Podcast
10/18/21 • 19 min
Today I share my “journey” through podiatric medical school, PA school, and working as a PA. I’ll explain how I “self-educated” about fasting and low-carb nutrition, and how I’ve put that knowledge into practice in my own life. I'll provide a detailed description of my experiences along the way, what I learned, and how it prepared me to be able to help YOU improve your health.
Full show notes and resources here: https://fastingwell.com/episode2/
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60: How to Fix Diabetes in 2 Simple-ish Steps [+ Bonus Steps]
The FastingWell Podcast
02/07/24 • 14 min
2 fairly simple steps you can use to reverse type 2 diabetes. It's easier than you may think! (The same steps also work for prediabetes.)
👉 Video version: https://youtu.be/yL9HjYYvXQo
Related Videos & Other Resources:
👉 Diabetes Remission w/ Low Carb (video): https://youtu.be/UBpnliekZqo
👉 Off Insulin in 5 Days w/ Fasting (video): https://youtu.be/rFUoDS1YQYI
📝 Intermittent Fasting Quick-Start Guide: https://fastingwell.com/quick
👉 7 Daily Habits to Fix Blood Sugar (video): https://youtu.be/g1IFIX2LhPc
👉 3 Quick Habits to Improve Your Blood Sugar Fast: https://youtu.be/ewB5Abl_4-c
🎧 Podcast Episode 14 (Megan Ramos): https://fastingwell.com/episode14/
🎧 Podcast Episode 25 (Keto Made Simple): https://fastingwell.com/episode25/
🎧 Podcast Episode 26 (What to Eat on Low Carb): https://fastingwell.com/episode26/
⏰ Timestamps ⏰
- (0:00) Intro
- (1:28) Step 1
- (5:20) Step 2
- (9:39) Bonus steps (fix blood sugar faster)
- (11:26) Putting it all together

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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FAQ
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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