130 - Benefits of a Fasting Mimicking Diet

DG talks about the concept of fasting and its benefits with special guest Renee Fitton, the director of education at El Nutra Prolon. DG shares her personal experience with Prolon's five-day fasting mimicking diet, highlighting its surprising effectiveness without the typical hunger pangs associated with fasting. Renee, a registered dietitian with a master's in nutrition and health span longevity, discusses how Prolon, developed under the research of Valter Longo, aims to help people live not just longer, but better. They explore the science behind fasting mimicking diets, including its impact on autophagy—a cellular cleanup process that removes junk and rejuvenates cells.Renee explains that for generally healthy individuals, the recommended protocol for the five-day fasting mimicking diet involves three cycles once a month, followed by maintenance every three to four months. The discussion also touches on who should avoid this diet, such as pregnant women and people with certain health conditions, and emphasizes the muscle-protective nature of the diet while addressing concerns about protein intake. Renee and DG highlight the potential benefits for mental health, energy levels, and overall well-being that come from periodic fasting. Code: AGINGWITHGRACELink: https://prolonlife.com/AGINGWITHGRACEDiscount: 15% Off Auto Applied in CartThis is DG and I would love to hear from you!Connect with Aging With Grace®️ at agingwithgraceinfo.org