Although fasting has been practiced for centuries (often for religious or medical reasons), this practice has gained new popularity in recent years among health circles for its health and weight loss benefits.
However, a recent study claiming that fasting may actually harm cardiovascular health flies in the face of previous research, and has been gaining media attention.
Keep in mind that this was a limited study, and few long-term studies have actually been done on the subject of fasting. However, there are some caveats to keep in mind when deciding whether or not fasting is right for you.
For one thing, as is the case with most medical topics and studies, little attention is paid to the differences between men and women. Contrary to popular belief, women cannot follow the same health and fitness protocols as men and expect to see the same results.
Unlike men, women in their reproductive years have specific hormonal considerations, and their rise and fall throughout the month impact everything from energy to focus, mood, metabolism, and the ability to adapt to good-for-you stressors like exercise or fasting.
This interesting podcast episode addresses the benefits of fasting, but also dives deeper into how women, in particular, can develop fasting routines that align with their hormonal needs. Check it out below!
However, a recent study claiming that fasting may actually harm cardiovascular health flies in the face of previous research, and has been gaining media attention.
Keep in mind that this was a limited study, and few long-term studies have actually been done on the subject of fasting. However, there are some caveats to keep in mind when deciding whether or not fasting is right for you.
For one thing, as is the case with most medical topics and studies, little attention is paid to the differences between men and women. Contrary to popular belief, women cannot follow the same health and fitness protocols as men and expect to see the same results.
Unlike men, women in their reproductive years have specific hormonal considerations, and their rise and fall throughout the month impact everything from energy to focus, mood, metabolism, and the ability to adapt to good-for-you stressors like exercise or fasting.
This interesting podcast episode addresses the benefits of fasting, but also dives deeper into how women, in particular, can develop fasting routines that align with their hormonal needs. Check it out below!
Much of the fasting advice available follows a one-size-fits-all approach, leaving many women with more questions than answers. In this podcast episode, Dr. Mark Hyman and Dr. Mindy Pelz explore the menstrual cycle and life stages when fasting can be most beneficial for women, as well as when it's important to proceed with caution, particularly with longer fasts or fasting in general.
Dr. Mindy advises against fasting during pregnancy and recommends limiting fasting to no longer than fifteen hours while breastfeeding. Additionally, she emphasizes the importance of consulting with a doctor before starting any fasting regimen, especially for individuals with a history of eating disorders or thyroid conditions.
Women in their forties often encounter specific challenges such as night sweats, mood swings, and other uncomfortable symptoms resulting from hormonal changes. Tune in to learn about five essential strategies for women over forty to navigate perimenopause and menopause, including fasting, carb cycling, prioritizing protein intake, microbiome repair, detoxification, and incorporating mindfulness techniques.
The conversation also explores various fasting methods, proper ways to break a fast, the significance of hormone testing, and much more.
Dr. Mindy advises against fasting during pregnancy and recommends limiting fasting to no longer than fifteen hours while breastfeeding. Additionally, she emphasizes the importance of consulting with a doctor before starting any fasting regimen, especially for individuals with a history of eating disorders or thyroid conditions.
Women in their forties often encounter specific challenges such as night sweats, mood swings, and other uncomfortable symptoms resulting from hormonal changes. Tune in to learn about five essential strategies for women over forty to navigate perimenopause and menopause, including fasting, carb cycling, prioritizing protein intake, microbiome repair, detoxification, and incorporating mindfulness techniques.
The conversation also explores various fasting methods, proper ways to break a fast, the significance of hormone testing, and much more.
I invite you to tune into this enlightening discussion to learn about:
If you're a woman who has struggled with fasting in the past (or you know one), this is a great episode to check out!
Thoughts? Comments? Let me know what you thought of this episode...
To your health,
Rose.
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- Two major issues happening for women: Understanding hormone cycles and an evolutionary mismatch
- Differences in male and female hormonal balance
- The habits estrogen and progesterone would like us to live by
- Mindy’s approach to managing hormones through fasting
- What happens when we fast?
- The different forms of fasting
- Are there downsides of fasting?
- How fasting works to deep clean, removing the senescent cells
- Fasting for men and postmenopausal women
- Three different rules for reintroducing food after fasting
- People who shouldn’t fast
- Tips for women over 40 that aren’t talked about
- Hormone testing and the best ways to get a handle on it
If you're a woman who has struggled with fasting in the past (or you know one), this is a great episode to check out!
Thoughts? Comments? Let me know what you thought of this episode...
To your health,
Rose.
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