Ep. 286 - Shrink Fat Cells by Lowering Insulin | How Fasting Can Burn 300 Extra Calories Daily | Visceral Fat vs Subcutaneous Fat Burning | Protein Priority During Eating Windows | Breaking the Diet Failure Cycle | JOIN THE FASTING CHALLENGE!
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This episode reveals how fasting literally shrinks fat cells by keeping insulin low, with Dr. Scott and Tommy breaking down the science behind why 95% of diets fail but fasting succeeds long-term. Discover how consistent fasting can boost your metabolic rate by 300 calories per day - that's 2,100 extra calories burned weekly without additional exercise. Learn the crucial difference between visceral and subcutaneous fat storage, why fructose from drinks creates dangerous belly fat, and how overfilled fat cells become metabolically active troublemakers that block satiety signals. The hosts share why protein must be your priority during eating windows (aim for 40% of your intake), when to shift your eating window earlier in the day for better insulin sensitivity, and how to avoid the "breakfast blunder" that keeps you hungry all day. If you're tired of the diet roller coaster and want a sustainable approach that works with your body's natural fat-burning mechanisms, this episode provides the insulin-focused strategy for lasting results.
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Ep. 285 - Why Blood Sugar Spikes Sabotage Your Fasts | Glucose Management During Eating Windows | Breaking the Crash and Crave Cycle | Post-Meal Strategies for Fasting Success | Managing Blood Sugar Volatility | JOIN THE NEXT FASTING CHALLENGE
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This episode dives deep into why blood sugar spikes can sabotage your fasting success and make it nearly impossible to close your eating window. Dr. Scott and Tommy explain the "glucose management zone" concept - treating every eating window as an opportunity to control blood sugar volatility rather than create metabolic chaos. Learn why that post-meal energy crash leads to late-night cravings that break your fasts, and discover simple strategies like apple cider vinegar, post-meal walks, and meal sequencing that can reduce blood sugar spikes by up to 40%. If you struggle with hunger between meals, can't seem to close your eating window, or find yourself breaking fasts due to cravings, this episode provides the blood sugar management tools to make fasting feel effortless and sustainable.
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Resources and Downloads:
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Our Community:
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Article Links:https://diabetes.org/about-diabetes/diagnosis
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Ep. 284 - Why Fasting Gets Harder at Night | Morning Eating Windows Reduce Hunger | Meal Timing for Fasting Success | Breaking Late Night Eating While Fasting | Front-Load Calories to Control Cravings | New Fasting Persona Quiz!
This episode reveals groundbreaking research from the Journal of Cell Metabolism showing that when you eat matters as much as what you eat for hunger control and fasting success. Dr. Scott and Tommy break down a study demonstrating that consuming 45% of daily calories at breakfast versus dinner dramatically reduces hunger and appetite without changing metabolism or weight loss. Learn why your physiology works against you when eating large evening meals, making it harder to close your eating window and stick to fasts. If you struggle with late-night cravings, can't seem to end your eating window, or find yourself breaking fasts in the evening, this episode provides the meal timing strategy to align your eating with your body's natural circadian rhythm for easier, more sustainable fasting.
Take the NEW FASTING PERSONA QUIZ! - The Key to Unlocking Sustainable Weight Loss With Fasting!
Resources and Downloads:
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DOWNLOAD THE FASTING TRANSFORMATION JOURNAL HERE!
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Our Community:
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Article Links:
https://www.cell.com/cell-metabolism/pdfExtended/S1550-4131(22)00344-8
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Ep. 283 - Early vs. Late Eating Windows for Weight Loss | Preserving Muscle While Fasting | New Research on Time Restricted Eating | Morning Fasting vs. Evening Fasting | Simple Exercise Strategy | New Fasting Persona Quiz!
This episode reveals breakthrough research showing early time-restricted eating (8am-2pm) leads to significantly more weight loss than later eating windows while maintaining muscle mass. Dr. Scott and Tommy break down a 2025 study demonstrating how shifting your eating window earlier aligns with your body's natural circadian rhythm and insulin sensitivity. Learn why simple resistance training (just 40 push-ups three times weekly) combined with adequate protein intake can preserve muscle during weight loss. If you're concerned about losing muscle while fasting or hitting a plateau with evening-only eating, this episode offers the practical science-backed solution to optimize your fasting schedule.
Take the NEW FASTING PERSONA QUIZ! - The Key to Unlocking Sustainable Weight Loss With Fasting!
Resources and Downloads:
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Our Community:
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Ep. 282 - Listener Q&A: Fasting Beyond Weight Loss | Maintaining Results Long-term | Adapting Fasting Windows | Exercise During Fasting | From Weight Loss to Lifestyle
In this information-packed Q&A episode, Dr. Scott and Tommy tackle your most pressing fasting questions with practical, actionable advice. They discuss how to use fasting for blood sugar management without weight loss, strategies for transitioning to maintenance after reaching your goal weight, and the truth about eating windows and exercise during fasting. Whether you're concerned about A1C levels, wondering about optimal meal timing, or trying to make fasting sustainable long-term, this episode provides personalized solutions to help you adapt fasting to your unique lifestyle needs. The hosts emphasize that as you progress in your fasting journey, focusing on non-scale victories becomes increasingly important for long-term success.
Take the NEW FASTING PERSONA QUIZ! - The Key to Unlocking Sustainable Weight Loss With Fasting!
Resources and Downloads:
SIGN UP FOR THE DROP OF THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO BLOOD SUGAR CONTROL
GRAB THE OPTIMAL RANGES FOR LAB WORK HERE! - NEW RESOURCE! - December 2024
FREE RESOURCE - DOWNLOAD THE NEW BLUEPRINT TO FASTING FOR FAT LOSS!
SLEEP GUIDE DIRECT DOWNLOAD
DOWNLOAD THE FASTING TRANSFORMATION JOURNAL HERE!
Partner Links:
Get your FREE BOX OF LMNT hydration support for the perfect electrolyte balance for your fasting lifestyle with your first purchase here!
Get 30% off a Keto-Mojo blood glucose and ketone monitor (discount shown at checkout)! Click here!
Our Community:
Let’s continue the conversation. Click the link below to JOIN the Fasting For Life Community, a group of like-minded, new, and experienced fasters! The first two rules of fasting need not apply!
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Article Links:
https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/17/6/1022
Fasting For Life is for people who want to regain control of their health through Intermittent fasting, OMAD, alternate day fasting, and extended fasting to simplify their day-to-day life. With the ever-changing landscape of fad diets, keto diets, low carb, weight loss plans, and nutritional coaching, there is a vast amount of information available. Incidentally, the statistics show that our current healthcare model is failing and we are seeing more preventable diseases than ever before. Through their struggles and success, co-creators Dr. Scott Watier and Tommy Welling are now impassioned to bring you distilled bits of actionable information that can lead to long-term fat loss, disease reversal, and transformation. Fasting is tried and true. From intermittent fasting to extended fasting, come join us on this journey! The best way to start intermittent fasting and OMAD is with a guide. Get your free intermittent fasting plan at www.thefastingforlife.com.