The Fasting Reset: Integrative Tools for Inflammation and Longevity

Dr Elizabeth Thompson interviews Don Gordon, a wellness coach and functional nutritionist, who shares his personal and professional journey into integrative healthcare. Their conversation includes how:Integrative Medicine addresses the interconnectedness of bodily systemsDon's personal health challenges led him to Integrative HealthProteolytic enzymes can help reduce inflammation effectivelyFasting can trigger autophagy and promote cellular renewalMindset plays a crucial role in the effectiveness of fastingKetones are produced from fat when insulin levels are lowHydration is essential during fasting periodsAncient wisdom supports the benefits of fasting for healthFasting can help dial down inflammation markers in the bodyA holistic approach to health includes mind, body and spiritDon Gordon is a degree-qualified nutritional practitioner with a BSc (Hons) in Nutritional Science. His expertise spans functional nutrition, fasting protocols, food sensitivities, and therapeutic lifestyle interventions. With over 15 years in the health and fitness industry, Don has coached hundreds through movement, breathwork, and nutrition, supporting everything from athletic performance to digestive and metabolic health.SEE FULL SHOW NOTES If you're interested to learn more about fasting we have a CPD accredited 10-hour course on Fasting for Longevity, Wellness and Lifespan for £150 - Join the NCIM Membership and get 50% off this course today! 👉 ⁠Sign up for our free newsletter Integrative Medicine Matters👉 ⁠Sign up for our NCIM Membership, just £4.99 per month👉 ⁠Sign up for our free Introduction to Integrative Medicine course⁠ 👉 ⁠Explore our 10 CPD Point Discovery Course in Integrative Medicine⁠ 👉 ⁠Find out more about our master's Level 7 Diploma⁠, including single modules you can enrol in today!NCIM also offers an Integrative Medicine Clinic, where our expert team of Integrative Medicine Doctors and Integrative Clinical Team work collaboratively to support your health and wellbeing. ⁠Learn more and book an appointment⁠. We would love to get your feedback on the topics and conversations we feature. Follow and connect with us on social media – ⁠Instagram⁠, ⁠Facebook⁠, and ⁠LinkedIn⁠ – and let us know your thoughts.Don’t forget to subscribe and share if you enjoyed this episode!Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always seek the guidance of a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your health or treatment plan.If you’re interested in learning more about Integrative Medicine, you can: