What are fasting diets? .. and do they work? with Professor Leonie Heilbronn

SummaryIn this Nutrition Science Bites episode, Prof Clare Collins and Prof Leonie Heilbronn talk about fasting diets, the different types and their metabolic effects. They discuss the definition of fasting diets, including time-restricted eating and intermittent fasting,and explore the cultural significance of fasting. The conversation covers safety of various fasting approaches, potential side effects, and the role of ketones in energy metabolism. They discuss how fasting can impact metabolic rate and the body's adaptive responses to reduced food intake, plus effects on appetite regulation, mental well-being and effectiveness of fasting in reducing diabetes risk markers and improving insulin sensitivity. Key considerations for individuals thinking of trying fasting diets are provided, plus insights into who should avoid them. The conversation concludes with practical tips and favorite recipes for healthy eating.Recipe of the week: Leonie's San Choy Bow Are you in a position to make donation to support Our No Money No Time website? If yes, click this link https://donate.newcastle.edu.au/no-money-no-timeOur No Money No Time email: [email protected] and our Nutrition Science Bites email: [email protected] Here's the link to the No Money No Time closed Facebook group (be sure to take the Healthy Eating Quiz first) https://www.facebook.com/groups/386824626838448To access the Healthy Eating Quiz: Click on the top right hand 'green button' called 'How healthy is my diet' https://nomoneynotime.com.au/Do you want a more Personalised Food, Nutrient Assessment Report? The cost includes an assessment of your nutrient (vitamin and mineral) intakes. Take our Australian Eating Survey - Use this 50% discount code 'DietCheck' at the checkout! Purchase here https://australianeatingsurvey.com.au/Keywordsfasting diets, intermittent fasting, alternate day fasting, time-restricted eating, metabolic health, circadian rhythms, nutrition, health, safety, ketones, dietary strategies, appetite hormones, caloric restriction, mental health, diabetes risk, health recommendations, weight loss, weight management Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.