290: Brad Williams - Tightening Up Your Intermittent Fasting Routine

Tightening Up Your Intermittent Fasting Routine Click Here for a FREE 15 min Zoom Consultation With Brad: Welcome to the latest episode of our podcast where we will be discussing the importance of tightening up your intermittent fasting routine. Intermittent fasting is a popular eating pattern that has gained popularity in recent years due to its numerous health benefits. In this episode, we will discuss how you can optimize your fasting routine to get the maximum benefits. Firstly, we will dive into the benefits of fasting. Fasting is an effective way to lose weight, improve insulin sensitivity, and reduce inflammation in the body. It has also been found to increase longevity and promote cellular repair processes. Furthermore, studies have shown that intermittent fasting can reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. One important aspect of intermittent fasting is keeping insulin spikes from happening during your fast. This means avoiding any food or drink that can raise your insulin levels, such as sugary or processed foods. By doing so, you allow your body to enter into a state of ketosis, where it burns stored fat for energy instead of glucose. During a recent podcast interview with a fasting expert, I learned a few holes in my own fasting routine. The expert pointed out that drinking coffee with cream during the fasting period could lead to an insulin spike and break the fast. Similarly, consuming Stevia in your water too close to the fasting period could also cause insulin levels to rise and break the fast. Therefore, it is essential to pay close attention to what you consume during the fasting period and to ensure that it does not disrupt your body's natural fasting state. In conclusion, tightening up your intermittent fasting routine can help you achieve maximum benefits and ensure that you get the most out of your fasting period. Remember to avoid any food or drink that can raise your insulin levels, and pay attention to your body's response to your fasting routine. Thank you for tuning in, and we hope you found this episode informative. If you're interested in online personal training or being a guest on my podcast, "Over 40 Fitness Hacks," you can reach me at [email protected] or visit my website at www.Over40FitnessHacks.com.  Additionally, check out my Yelp reviews for my local business, Evolve Gym in Huntington Beach, at https://bit.ly/3PlNDeSv.