The Fasting Method Podcast

Episode #162 In the week's episode, Terri is very excited to conclude introducing our three new coaches who have joined the TFM team. This week you will meet Coach Heather Shuker. Because Heather first shared her health and weight-loss journey on the podcast in episode #59, today you will learn about how becoming a coach with TFM fits into her journey. She shares how she now gets to fill the role...

Episode #161 In the week's episode, Terri is very excited to introduce another of our three new coaches who have joined the TFM team. Thie new coach you will meet today is Coach Amy Medling. You will learn about her background and specialty focus in her conversation with Terri. This month she will begin facilitating meetings in the TFM Community, will be available for folks seeking to work with a...

Episode #160 In the week's episode, Terri is very excited to begin introducing our three new coaches who have joined the TFM team.   First up is Dr. Amy Wiesner. You will learn about her background and specialty focus in her conversation with Terri. This month she will begin facilitating meetings in the TFM Community, will be available for folks seeking to work with a TFM coach, and she will retur...

Episode #159 In this week's episode, Terri and Nadia discuss Nadia's future plans, personally and professionally. Listen in to an emotional, somewhat difficult but very educational, podcast about life changes and stress management as part of managing our health.   Transcripts of all episodes are available on the Podcast page at www.thefastingmethod.com Please S ubmit Your Questions for the Q&A epi...

Episode #158 In this Fasting Q&A episode, hosted by Coach Lisa Chance, Dr. Jason Fung answers questions from the TFM Community: Does fasting help with not choking for an impacted oesophagus? [01:58] I have been struggling with my fasting due to terrible headaches that last days after 36-hour fasts. I've been put on a bunch of supplements to support me with detoxification including liver supplement...

Episode #157 In this episode, Terri is joined by TFM's Jamie Cipriani to discuss a book they both found powerful. They discuss This Naked Mind by Annie Grace in which she shares her own break from her problematic relationship with alcohol and how others can change this aspect of their lives. Jamie and Terri discuss how this may resonate for you if alcohol is interfering with your journey, and also...

Episode #156 In this episode Dr. Terri Lance addresses some common topics that arise in TFM Community meetings, the TFM Forum, and with her coaching clients. Tune in to find out more about: People pleasing [02:09] Managing stress without leaning into problematic food behaviours [11:46] Is distraction a helpful strategy for managing stress? [25:18]   Transcripts  of all episodes are available on th...

Episode #155 In this episode Dr. Nadia Pateguana and TFM's Coach Bethany discuss fasting and exercise.   Tune in to find out more about: Bethany's story How active people and athletes can also have metabolic diseases Is it safe to work out in a fasted state? Exercise for fat loss Muscle building vs muscle strength What is Zone 2 training? Exercise and longevity Setting an exercise foundation Train...

Episode #154 In this Fasting Q&A episode, hosted by Coach Lisa Chance, Dr. Jason Fung answers questions from the TFM Community: If someone is glucose sensitive, not insulin resistant, with an A1C of under 5.0, would they still have a dawn effect happen? If they did, what would the dawn effect bump in glucose possibly be? [02:12] I have a smart scale. In addition to weight, it has metabolic rate, b...

Episode #153 In this episode, Terri gets to share an amazing member transformation that can help everyone foster their hope that they can accomplish their goals, despite the challenges and discouragement from others.   Transcripts of all episodes are available on the Podcast page at www.thefastingmethod.com Please S ubmit Your Questions for the Q&A episodes here: https://bit.ly/TFMPodcastQs Learn...

Episode #152 In this Fasting Q&A episode, Megan Ramos answers some of your fasting questions: 1. I have just started fasting and am struggling to extend my fasts to 36 hours as I have two small children and we eat dinner together every day. Any tips? [01:57] 2. I do IF five days a week, a 36-hour fast and no fasting on the other two days. I feel fantastic and the weight is coming off, However, my...

Episode #151 In this episode, Nadia and Terri discuss fasting when post menopausal. They share some information about how fasting at this stage may vary from when pre or peri-menopausal. Hopefully, you will hear their message affirming that fasting is still effective and possible, despite the change in hormones at this stage in life.   Transcripts of all episodes are available on the Podcast page...

Episode #150 In the first episode of the new Fasting Basics series, Megan Ramos talks about how to eat before you start your fast.   Do you need to be following a ketogenic diet and be in ketosis before you start fasting? Do you need to eat a lot before starting a fast? Tune in to find out the answers to these questions and much more. This new Fasting Basics series will be your definitive guide to...

Episode #149 In this Fasting Q&A episode, hosted by Coach Lisa Chance, Dr. Jason Fung answers questions from the TFM Community: I've heard you've written an amazing book called, "The Cancer Code."  I haven't read it yet, but wanted to hear your thoughts on broccolini being an anti-cancer food.  I understand it contains Sulforaphane, Indole-3-carbinol (I3C), Glucosinolates, Vitamin C, and fiber.  S...

Episode #148 In this week's episode, Terri interviews TFM Community member Mona Boss about her journey and how the support of the community has helped in the process.   Transcripts of all episodes are available on the Podcast page at www.thefastingmethod.com Please S ubmit Your Questions for the Q&A episodes here: https://bit.ly/TFMPodcastQs Learn More About Our Community: https://www.thefastingme...

Episode #147 In this Fasting Q&A episode, Megan Ramos answers some of your fasting questions: 1. Do you have any tips for getting better sleep while fasting? (Rose from Edinburgh) [01:57] 2. Is it possible to do a 10-day water fast without medical supervision? How long can one fast without needing medical supervision? (Maria from Toronto) [07:11] 3. When fasting for 36-72 hours, the Quick Guides s...

Episode #146 In this week's episode, Terri talks about the important topic of hope.   Tune in to find out why building hope not only helps you on your fasting journey but has a positive impact on other areas of your life as well as reducing anxiety and depression.     Transcripts of all episodes are available at www.thefastingmethod.com on the Podcast page. Learn More About Our Community: https://...

Episode #145 In this week's episode, Nadia interviews a Community member, Steph Dorland, about her journey. Find out how Steph found the TFM Community, and how the group coaching program helped her achieve her NSVs, in particular, improving her gut health, cognitive function and managing stress. The two books Steph talked about are: Super Gut by Dr William Davis   Adrenal Transformation Protocol b...

Episode #144 In this Fasting Q&A episode, hosted by Coach Lisa Chance, Dr. Jason Fung answers questions from the TFM Community: I've known for a long time how neuroprotective ketones are for the brain, but, wow, what ketones do for the heart is amazing, especially the failing heart. Could you elaborate, Dr. Fung? [02:15] Do you need to be in ketosis to burn fat and does being in at least a low lev...

Episode #143 This week, Terri and Daisy share some feedback from the podcast survey that many of you completed recently.   Transcripts of all episodes are available on the Podcast page at www.thefastingmethod.com Submit Your Questions for the Q&A episodes here: https://bit.ly/TFMPodcastQs Learn More About Our Community: https://www.thefastingmethod.com Join our FREE Facebook Group : https://bit.ly...

Episode #142 In this Fasting Q&A episode, Megan answers some of your fasting questions: 1. I'm taking salt but still struggling with the effects of low sodium. What am I doing wrong? [02:01] 2. I'm struggling to do two 48-hour fasts per week, which is my preferred protocol. The first fast is fine but the second one is a real struggle. I need tips! [05:43] 3. I don't eat keto or low-carb, can fasti...

Episode #141: In this episode, Terri dives into two barriers that can prevent you from reaching your weight-loss or health goals. She talks about how she sees both fear of failure and fear of success either hold people back from really digging into the fasting and eating healthy journey or suddenly derailing, despite getting closer to their goals. Learn More About Our Community: https://www.thefas...

Episode #140: This week, Nadia chats to one of her coaching clients and Community member, Julia Guy, who she describes as the "toughest case of PCOS" she has worked with. Julia is a dental student in her late 20s who started working with Nadia, determined to get her periods back. As a side benefit, she has also lost over 30 pounds, but her main motivation has always been to get the insulin resista...

Episode #139 In this Fasting Q&A episode, Nadia answers some of your fasting questions: 1. Which fasting protocol is best for getting rid of excess skin while you also get rid of excess weight? [01:58] 2. My GP has told me to take medication three times a day. How do I incorporate intermittent fasting into my lifestyle when I have to take meds three times a day? [09:26] 3. I've been fasting for tw...

Episode #138 In this week's episode, Coaches Terri Lance and Bethany Macri discuss ways to manage eating healthily when those around you eat differently. Their discussion helps you navigate intermittent fasting and healthy eating, even though your significant other or loved ones choose to eat things that don't work well for your goals and health. Tune in to learn some great mindset and behaviour t...