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EPISODE · Aug 7, 2026 · 12 MIN

3492: Is it Better to Work Out and Exercise on an Empty Stomach in a Fasted State to Lose Fat and Build Muscle

from Optimal Health Daily - Fitness and Nutrition · host Optimal Living Daily | Dr. Neal Malik

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