Have you ever been told that if you fast, you’ll lose all your muscles? That’s a common fear. But don’t worry, it’s mostly nonsense. 😉 Case in point: Wolverine. In case you didn’t know, Hugh Jackman used intermittent fasting for muscle gain when he was getting ripped for the X-Men movies. Obviously, fasting didn’t consume …
Does Fasting Burn Muscle? [The Full Story, Backed by Science] Read More »
At first, I was hesitant to try fasting at work. Later, I did some “intermittent” fasting at work, which turned out to be pretty easy. Eventually, I tried doing some prolonged fasting while working as well. Once I figured out how to do it, it was easier than expected, and had some unforeseen benefits. Today …
Fasting While Working in the ER [My Experience + 3 Keys to Success] Read More »
Yes – typically it’s ok to take medication while you fast. But it depends on the specific medication. For example, Tylenol is pretty safe, but insulin and other diabetes medications need to be carefully monitored while fasting. The duration of your fast also matters. For example, a 3-day water fast will affect your blood sugar …
Can You Take Medication While Fasting? [Overview + Examples] Read More »
Recently I wrote an article about why fasting is the best way to reduce body fat (and a lot more effective than counting calories). Today’s article will make a lot more sense if you read that one first. So if you haven’t yet, go do that now! 🙂 This time around, I’ll share with you …
Your Step-by-Step Approach to Lose Weight with Fasting [& Conquer Plateaus] Read More »
This is the complete beginner’s guide to intermittent fasting. So if you want to: Learn what intermittent fasting is all about See how you can improve your health with intermittent fasting Learn how to be successful with fasting (from the very start) Then you’re in the right place. 🙂 Let’s dive in. Chapter 1: What …
Intermittent Fasting for Beginners [The Complete Guide] Read More »
Fasting helps reverse a lot of the harmful effects of overeating junk food. So for most people, I’d say it’s a good way to get back on track after binge eating. But it helps if you know what you’re doing. And your mindset matters a lot. Today I’ll explain several ways to fast after a …
How to Fast After a Cheat Day or Binge Eating [5 Methods] Read More »
For decades, we’ve been told to “eat less, move more”. In other words, create a “negative energy balance” in your body, and you’ll lose weight. That’s basically what they taught me in medical school, and PA school. So I assumed it was right. I’ve since learned better. 🙂 Today I’ll share with you why fasting …
Why Fasting Works Better for Weight Loss Than Counting Calories Read More »
I’ve learned a ton from books about fasting. Today I’ll share with you some of the best books about intermittent fasting, extended fasting, and related topics that I’ve found. I’ll also include a summary of each book. Whether you’re a beginner with fasting, or a little more experienced, I think you’ll find some valuable options …
The Best Books About Fasting & Nutrition [+ Summaries of Each] Read More »
I recently finished Dr. Ben Bikman’s new book, Why We Get Sick. It’s really good! I took pretty detailed notes as I was reading, so I thought I would share them in case anyone finds it useful. (I also added a much shorter summary to my book list.) The main theme of Why We Get Sick …
Book Summary: “Why We Get Sick”, by Ben Bikman PhD Read More »
Sure, fasting means not eating…but what can you drink while fasting? Today I’ll share with you some drinks that are helpful, harmful, or kind of neutral while you fast. By understanding which drinks fall into each category — and why — you’ll be better prepared to make solid decisions and have success with fasting. Let’s …
What Can I Drink While Fasting? [What Helps, What Hurts] Read More »
A lot of people ask about the “stages” of fasting. In other words, what happens inside your body when you fast? And how long does it take? Today I’ll share with you a fasting timeline, and some key health benefits that happen along the way. I’ll also share some tips from my own experience that …
The 5 Stages of Fasting [Benefits + How to Make Easier] Read More »