Fasting also helps us switch into a fat-burning mode that utilizes ketones instead of glucose. But, fasting also does more than change the physical body. It’s estimated that 30% of our thoughts are about our next meal. That’s a lot of time and energy wrapped up in food, and fasting can help us regain control of ourselves, our minds, and so much more.
Dave Asprey joined me on The Doctor's Farmacy to share some of his favorite hacks to increase ketone production, balance hunger hormones, and feed good gut bacteria to help us feel satiated and energized even while fasting.
Dave and I also talk about the topic of mitochondrial function, why it matters for healthy aging, and how fasting supports stronger mitochondria. We also look at why fasting is different for women than it is for men and how they can fast in a way that compliments their natural hormonal cycle.
Dave is the founder and Chairman of Bulletproof 360, a high-performance coffee and food company, and creator of the widely-popular Bulletproof Coffee. He is a three-time New York Times bestselling author, host of the Webby award-winning podcast Bulletproof Radio, and has been featured on the Today show, Fox News, Nightline, CNN, and dozens more. Over the last two decades Dave, the “Father of Biohacking”, has worked with world-renowned doctors, researchers, scientists, and global mavericks to uncover the latest, most innovative methods, techniques, and products for enhancing mental and physical performance.
Very interesting . I’m starting to fast mow 2-8 eating window 8pm-2 pm fast
I fast 7 to 2pm
Eat between 2 to 7
Can’t reverse your aging.
Yes you can. You can regenerate new cells, as old ones die away. Stress ages one quickly, but banish those factors that are causing your body to be bathed in cortisol, and implement proactive measures for improving your wellness.
The year I was in the close company of a psychopath, I aged a decade in about 3 months. When I removed that person from my life, I reverse-aged. I’ve done it multiple times, or rather, my body did it when my body was allowed to be healthier.
Today I ate 6 1/3 lb burger patties not hungry again for at least 24 hrs
Those are all free how can you sell Prescription drugs. once Pre-scripted costumer for life.
Please check the Vox article which shows flimsy data about the Kale and thallium conclusion he makes. He needs to be careful about jumping to conclusions. It makes me question other claims he makes.
We should question every claim everyone makes! I generally like this channel, but they definitely aren’t batting 1000.
Vox is a horrible media resource imo.
@Courteney Park Regardless, the science, the evidence and methodology behind Asprey’s claims about kale and thallium clearly indicate he is grossly overstating the danger. It doesn’t mention him at all, just the same claims he makes.
I’m not too keen on the idea of wearing a wireless device during bedtime.
I hope I can throw away my fat clothes eventually. Only a month into this new way of living and going slowly.
From my own experience, cut out all added sugar, and high-density carbs that turn into sugar in our bodies (bread, baked goods, such as muffins, etc., all pasta, fruit drinks, rice and potatoes), go easy on high-sugared fruit while you are losing the weight (bring back in moderation for maintenance). You will be astonished at how quickly you lose weight and how quickly your body starts to change shape). Most of all you will like how you wake up not craving food. Now, I’m not Ms. goody-two-shoes, I go off my mostly keto diet every once in a while, but as soon as I go back to it, things improve again.
@Norma Mimosa thanks Norma. I’ve done two days of OMPD this week. Wednesday is my weighing day so we’ll see. Only carb I’m eating is berries once in a while. Have fibro and take a drug after double mastectomy for breast cancer. I’ll keep working on it. Have averaged 2 lbs a week. Just expected a few higher losses.
Some of the techniques work and some don’t. I can drink a thermos of coffee (4 cups) immediately before bed, and fall asleep immediately, not waking up naturally (without an alarm clock) until the next morning, after 6 to 7 hours of sleep.
I wish Dave would address post-menopausal women. I have heard every interview re: this book and I appreciate the perio mention, but not a thing about post menopausal –
Have you listened to Mindy Pelz? She’s on YouTube and she has a lot of info on fasting and menopause.
I suffer from daily general anxiety. Whenever I try to fast my anxiety doubles so it’s very hard to get on a fasting routine. I constantly crave carbs due to my anxiety. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Fasting doesn’t work when hormones are imbalanced and you’re depleted to start. Balance your hormones by cleaning out your liver and fuel w fats and minerals to calm and rebuild adrenals. Then fasting will be easier
@Alicia Bakowski what type of minerals? Magnesium?
Amazing talk, a lot of information all in one … need to ck for lead in my body.. how do I have it ck? Is it a regular blood test?
Would activated charcoal ( burned coconut shells) be commented on?
Any special meaning to living till 180? Why not 200?
I hear ya! Read a scientific paper years ago where the scientist said that our bodies should live to 600 years. I had the same thought as you . . . why only 600 years? Why not 700, 800, etc. Of course we destroy our bodies because of a multitude of reasons but again, why that particular age number?
The cold water thing is for real. The first time I was suffering at the 8 second mark. Now, a minute is nothing and i look forward to it and am energized afterwards.
Is there any way there could be closed captions? Usually I have no trouble hearing the diction in your videos. All bass tones and no treble.
I’m curious since you use your phone to monitor sleeping, is it in the bedroom with you?