Food, Success & Life For The Modern Woman

Megan Ramos gives us a very good understanding of what intermittent fasting is, the different protocols she and Dr. Jason Fung recommend, and how massive amounts of weight can be lost by implementing it. This is the most comprehensive information we have had on the subject on this podcast, including some very useful tips on how to use the different protocols.   What is the basic dietary approach when helping patients? They actually start their patients with basic intermittent fasting, for about 7 to 14 days, based on bloodwork and medical history, and the patient’s comfort level. For the dietary approach, they start weaning out carbohydrates. As patients finish food items in their pantry, they’re requested to buy different options. More fatty foods. Too much protein can turn in to glucose in the body, and that’s what we don’t want.   What are the different types of intermittent fasting protocols available? In their office the offer the following: 24 hour fasting protocol- 3 times a week. Recommended for pati