Ep #97: Intermittent Fasting for Women Over 40 with Mark Mattson, PhD.
- Author
- Andrea Donsky, Nutritionist
- Published
- Thu 25 Apr 2024
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In this interview, Andrea Donsky, nutritionist, Menopause Researcher, Menopause Educator, and co-founder of Morphus, talks with Mark Mattson, PhD, about the science behind intermittent fasting's fantastic health benefits. Matt is a Neuroscientist and Adjunct Professor at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. His research focuses on neuroplasticity, brain aging, and neurodegenerative disorders.
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1:52 Exploring the benefits of intermittent fasting through the scientific research of Mark Mattson
11:41 The varieties of intermittent fasting and what to expect
14:42 Debunking the myth: Is breakfast really the most important meal?
18:05 The synergistic benefits of exercise and fasting for health and mood
19:54 Unlocking the brain-boosting power of exercise, fasting, and BDNF (Brain-derived neurotrophic factor)
26:26 The relationship between intermittent fasting and muscle-building
35:06 Fasted exercise: Unlocking the benefits for fitness and fat loss
39:46 The spectrum of fasting durations and how to make fasting a sustainable habit
45:56 The weight management benefits of intermittent fasting and how autophagy (cell waste cleanup) works
49:30 Understanding individual variations in response to fasting based on age and biology
53:20 Understanding what breaks a fast and tips for successful fasting
55:58 Fasting and its neuroprotective effects and advice on alcohol consumption
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More information on Intermittent Fasting:
Intermittent Fasting 101: What You Need to Know with Dr. Jason Fung https://youtu.be/n4KEqMI4Yu0?si=FjbN4zdIMsEnBtxD
The Benefits of Intermittent Fasting in Perimenopause and Menopause with Dr.
Jemecia Braxton https://youtu.be/H1HHQdhvmzs?si=Pn4_82dL9T2iaQ65
Your Body on Intermittent Fasting with Dr. Mindy Pelz https://youtu.be/iM0eN023bWY?si=fJ0EoNOjOyxVbO_Q
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