Better Fasting 2019 Pt.1

This episode we’re kicking off a 2 parter we recorded during a week long fast. In part 1 we’ll talk about why we’re doing a prolonged fast and check in on how it’s going for the first couple of days.

Episode 114 of the The Better Show podcast, hosted by Darren Austin, March Rogers, Ian Mikutel, titled "Better Fasting 2019 Pt.1" was published on December 19, 2019 and runs 56 minutes.

December 19, 2019 ·56m · The Better Show

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1:07 — We introduce the week-long fast with an overview of the rules for the fast, a discussion of what the research shows about fasting, and the benefits we hope to experience.
13:30 — March’s motivation behind doing this fast.
15:29 — Darren’s motivation behind doing this fast.
19:38 — The Keto flu
22:28 — The Lumen device that claims to measure metabolism
24:30 — Darren and March document the time of their last meal.
27:02 — Day 2 check in: Ian is clearly feeling the hunger, March is holding strong to his water-only fast, and records this episode in total darkness.
29:57 — Coffee as the killer “cheat code” for surviving a fast
31:20 — Darren’s initial impression of the Prolon food kit and his doctor’s reaction to hearing about this 5-day fast.
33:50 — March uses a VR headset; Darren loses a couple of pounds; Ian appreciates having Carine as a partner in the fast.
39:35 — How the fast is affecting Ian, Darren, and March’s sleep.
42:12 — Day 3 check in: Darren and March each reflect on a difficult night; Ian grieves over an uneaten birthday cake.
46:38 — Ian and Carine start experiencing some increased mental clarity
49:00 — March gets a renewed appreciation for soup; Ian and Carine start plotting their approach for breaking their fast.
53:02 — How the fast is screwing up sleep quality for Darren and improving sleep quality for Ian.