Episode 73: Fasting for Women Explained: Hormones, Stress & When It Works with Dr. Ashley Stapleton, ND

Fasting has become one of the most talked-about topics in health right now—and also one of the most misunderstood.In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Ashley Stapleton to break down what fasting actually means, the different ways it can be used, and most importantly… whether it’s right for you.Because the truth is, fasting isn’t good or bad. It’s context-dependent.We dive into the physiology behind fasting, how it impacts hormones, metabolism, and stress, and why two women can try the exact same approach and have completely different results.If you’ve ever wondered whether fasting is helping you—or holding you back—this episode is for you.Chapters:00:00 Fasting Types Defined02:04 Why People Fast03:31 Fasting Mimicking Deep Dive09:24 Cravings Dopamine and Food Triggers21:09 Fasting Physiology and Women’s Cycles29:54 Fasting Risks for Lean Women32:10 Calories, Weight Loss, and Cortisol36:19 Stress Buckets and Body Feedback43:16 Fasted Workouts and Fuel State54:22 Personalized Fasting Takeaways