EP241: The Fast Path to Better Blood Sugars

10/03/2024 37 min
EP241: The Fast Path to Better Blood Sugars

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Episode Synopsis

Fasting offers cells a respite from insulin exposure, aiding in their healing process. Understanding hunger is pivotal; distinguishing between brain and physical hunger is essential when altering eating behaviors. The influence of processed foods on hormones and neurobiology disrupts our body-to-brain signaling, rendering hunger cues unreliable. Establishing boundaries, such as meal timing and mindfulness, becomes imperative. Starting gradually, adjusting fasting periods based on how you feel and blood sugar levels, is key. Medication users should proceed cautiously. While fasting may not be forever, it's a valuable tool for managing insulin resistance. Beware of using fasting to compensate for poor dietary choices, as it undermines a healthy food relationship.