Your Health Through Fasting with Laura Widney Penix and Laina Goley

#23: Join host Aaron Fournier on this illuminating episode of The Science of Sound, featuring wellness experts Laura Widney Penix and Laina Goley as they delve deeply into the powerful practice of fasting. Discover the different types of fasting—including intermittent fasting, OMAD (One Meal A Day), and extended multi-day fasts—and learn how each uniquely impacts the body, mind, and spirit. Laura and Laina share their personal journeys, highlighting fasting's transformative effects on physical health, hormone regulation, metabolism, and even spiritual clarity. They break down common myths, discuss gender-specific fasting strategies, explore the fascinating science of autophagy, and provide essential tips for safely incorporating fasting into your lifestyle. Tune in to harness the benefits of fasting and revolutionize your health today! 00:00 Introduction 03:19 Laina on Skipping Meals & OMAD 06:38 Intermittent Fasting & Autophagy Overview 09:57 Defining Fasting Types & Gender Differences 13:16 Laura’s Spiritual Fasting Origins 16:35 Mindset Shift & Healing State 19:54 Medical Considerations & Cancer Healing 23:13 Gut Health & Pregnancy Insights 26:32 Autophagy Mechanics Explained 29:51 Fasting Durations & Ketosis Transition 33:10 Gut Repair & Stem Cell Activation 36:29 Extended Fasts & Neurotransmitter Reset 39:48 Habit Reset & Caffeine Sensitivity 43:07 Men’s vs Women’s Fasting Cycles 46:26 Metabolic Switching & Fat Burning 49:45 Exercise Guidelines & Muscle Preservation 53:04 Fasting Misconceptions & Juice Fasts 56:23 Outro & Final Thoughts Connect with Laina: TikTok: @lainaG3 Telehealth via Soaak Clinics: (918) 551-6600 Follow Soaak & The Science of Sound Podcast: Website – Soaak Technologies App – Soaak Frequency Therapy Instagram – @thesoaakpodcast Sponsors: Visit soaak.com/app and enter code Soaakpod for your first month free! Produced by Soaak Technologies Inc.