Is Fasting Healthy?

This week we look at the secrets to a longer, healthier life in our exclusive conversation with Dr. Walter Longo, a pioneer in longevity and healthy eating! Embark on Dr. Longo's incredible journey, from his transformative experiences with Dr. Roy Walford at UCLA to his groundbreaking research on fasting. Discover how periodic fasting and fasting-mimicking diets can reset your metabolism, and learn about his innovative "summer mode" and "winter mode" eating patterns that can revolutionize your diet.Ever wondered how fasting stacks up against the ketogenic diet, especially in the fight against cancer? Dr. Longo shares fascinating insights on the metabolic wonders of fasting, the challenges of water-only fasting trials, and the development of the fasting-mimicking diet. Get the lowdown on the fasting-mimicking diet (FMD) and its impressive health benefits without the extreme effects of ketosis. Learn about its meticulously designed macronutrient composition and its role in clinical trials for conditions like diabetes, cancer, and autoimmunity. Dr. Longo’s commitment to health, longevity, and charitable causes shines through as he underscores the potential of these dietary strategies to transform lives. Don't miss this enlightening episode filled with actionable insights for a healthier future!https://www.valterlongo.com/⭐ Enjoying the show? Please leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts — it takes 30 seconds and helps more people discover the science of health and longevity. Thank you!New episodes every other Tuesday. Subscribe so you don't miss one.Continue this conversation on Substack: https://robertlufkinmd.substack.comLies I Taught In Medical School — Free sample chapter: https://www.robertlufkinmd.com/lies/Web: https://www.robertlufkinmd.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/robertlufkinmdX: https://x.com/robertlufkinmdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/robertlufkinmd/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@robertlufkinLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertlufkinmd/