Fasting Space

In this session I am going to share a simple quote. A centering observation about the choices we all make. And we are going to lean in to our weight loss mindset. Also, we made it through the summer kickoff "lean in challenge." How did it go for you? Sincerely, -Phil Zimmermann, MD Want a free "Simple Fasting" mug to help dial in your fasting routine? Shoot me an email: drz(at)simplefasting.com Un...

Yesterday, a YouTube viewer left a comment about the suggestion that we can take a break from eating: "Are you a doctor? You shouldn't be giving advice like this." Their username? Runaway Train. Well, yes, I am a doctor and no I am not giving medical advice. But more importantly, that username is such a wonderful description of modern food culture that we have to lean into it. We’ve been condition...

My goal on this channel is always to help you fast and lose weight as smoothly as possible. I am here to help you eliminate the friction and find your weight loss "flow state." But if we are being 100% real, finding that flow requires walking a fine line between deep compassion for yourself and absolute grit. Today I am bringing you footage I took on top of Roan Mountain in North Caroline. I hiked...

Mainstream fitness tells us we need constant carbs to do practically anything. But this past week I leaned into some serious fasting hiking and didn't just survive, I felt incredible. I came back from the journey both leaner and stronger. Join me as we look at the photos and talk about the incredible strength of the human body. We are just scratching the surface of "Fasting Space." I want to give...

We are walking on a health path and I say our goal should be to leave a legacy of health. What might that look like? We'll grab some inspiration from a thoughtful and inspiring passage from "Dear Artist" by Jaiya John. Sincerely, -Phil Zimmermann, MD Unravel Type 2 Diabetes Naturally: https://www.drzmethod.com Fasting Space is recorded Live on YouTube, Join me weekdays!: https://www.youtube.com/@S...

Is acid reflux ruining your sleep, or are you looking for a solution to chronic heartburn? In this deep-dive scientific review, we move past the generic advice and look at what peer-reviewed clinical data actually says about GERD, weight loss, and fasting. Instead of quick fixes, we are breaking down the physiology of the lower esophageal sphincter (LES), how intra-abdominal pressure from visceral...

On a path toward health, there comes a time when we've got to get clear about who we are and what we're about. This signifies the shift from health as something we do to health as something we are. To me, health is a way of being. Let's be healthy, together. Sincerely, -Phil Zimmermann, MD Unravel Type 2 Diabetes Naturally: https://www.drzmethod.com Fasting Space is recorded Live on YouTube, Join...

Think exercise always makes you ravenous? Science says otherwise. In this session, we unlock a biological cheat code to kill fasting hunger, reverse leptin resistance, and widen your calorie deficit without the psychological distress. (I'll also teach you what leptin resistance is, LOL!) If you are fighting a craving during your fasting window or simply trying to avoid another snack, movement migh...

On a fasting weight loss path people commonly wonder "should I exercise before I eat or after." Today we are going to dive into some scientifically informed perspective on this question and also get into some practical do's and don'ts for fasting exercise. How is the challenge going for you so far?!? Let me know in the comments! In Health, -Phil Zimmermann, MD Unravel Type 2 Diabetes Naturally: ht...

Ever feel like your workplace is a minefield specifically designed to break your fast and highjack your weight loss progress? If you are constantly surrounded by food, dealing with high stress, or finding yourself eating when you aren't even hungry... you are caught in the "Perfect Storm." In this live session, we are tackling a profound question from one of our community members and breaking down...

I rode a 100-mile "Century" bike ride this weekend. Grab a coffee or tea! I'll tell you the story and draw insights from this process for our 30-day "Lean-In" Challenge. How was the first week for you? It's not too late to dive in! In Health, -Phil Zimmermann, MD Unravel Type 2 Diabetes Naturally: https://www.drzmethod.com Fasting Space is recorded Live on YouTube, Join me weekdays!: https://www.y...

Ever feel like your stomach is the boss of you? When an intense craving hits before you were planning on eating, it can feel like your primitive biology completely hijacks your brain. Today we are shifting the power dynamic and talking about how to stop letting your appetite run your life. Inspired by Brianna Wiest’s book, The Mountain Is You, we are diving deep into the psychology of self-sabotag...

There can be obstacles on a weight loss path. Fasting can help us overcome them. There can be obstacles to fasting too. Meditation can help us with those. And surprise, there can be barriers to meditation. We will overcome one of those today and unlock the chain reaction. In Health, -Phil Zimmermann, MD Unravel Type 2 Diabetes Naturally: https://www.drzmethod.com Fasting Space is recorded Live on...

Some people say that knowledge is free now. Maybe it is, maybe not. But does ubiquitous knowledge lead to discernment?  Are your metabolic problems finding remedy with in the silicon halls of technological revolution? Or are you in need of something else entirely? Human connection to the Human Spirit. Let's get real. In Health, -Phil Zimmermann, MD Unravel Type 2 Diabetes Naturally: https://www.dr...

Summer is upon us, and we are moving from holiday "survival mode" to total weight loss offense! In the winter, we just tried to maintain. But right now? Summer is fasting season, and the biological advantages are entirely on our side. Today kicks off Day 1 of the 30-Day "Lean In" Challenge. It’s time to lean into the effort so we can get physically leaner before fall hits again! 🏆 The 30-Day "Lea...

We are stepping back from the noise of modern healthcare to explore a powerful concept: Minimalism in Medicine. We’ve been conditioned to believe that more pills, more interventions, and more complex treatments equal better health. But when it comes to your metabolic wellness, less is often so much more. Join me as we discuss how fasting can serve as the ultimate foundational practice to keep your...

You've heard the phrase "You are what you eat." But what about fasting? We are eating nothing. Can we make nothing a part of ourselves? Making fasting a part of ourselves is a weight loss and health path. It's also an identity shift. When a process becomes part of who we are it can become sustainable. Become a faster. In Health, -Phil Zimmermann, MD Unravel Type 2 Diabetes Naturally: https://www.d...

Fasting can take us to a deep and profound space. It sits at the intersection of our body, mind and spirit. It can help us enter into the space where our raw emotions can be released. When we feel hungry it gives us the opportunity to confront and overcome this barrier. This can be part of how we bring healing to our metabolism and build a healthy relationship with food. One where we are in contro...

In this session I am going to dive in on one of the most insidious barriers to our progress. Our often-times automatic knack for extrapolating our current circumstances and thinking into the future. When we do this, we imagine how hard it will be to change and thus make it more likely that we will chose to hang on to our present state. But we can do much better for ourselves. And we will. In Healt...

Can a herd of goats clearing invasive buckthorn on a Wisconsin property create a more practical understanding of cellular health than a medical doctor? Let's find out! In this live stream, we're breaking down the powerful science of autophagy and weight loss using a completely unique, hands-on parallel. During fasting the body goes into an intensive cellular "cleanup mode" called Autophagy. You ca...

We often think that making an accomplishment means we're done. In reality it means we need to level up many other things in our life. This is such a net positive for us, but it can create its own resistance in the process. We want to level up life and overcome every barrier in the process. To weight loss, wellness and every other good thing. In Health, -Phil Zimmermann, MD Unravel Type 2 Diabetes...

Were you previously in a fasting routine and finding it hard to get back in the groove? You are not alone, and it is not a failure. In this live session, we are breaking down how to thoughtfully and gently restart your fasting habit without the guilt or the temptation to punish yourself through something that doesn't feel good. We’ll talk about how to rebuild your momentum using simple, sustainabl...

It takes deep work to heal the emotional injuries that block our path to weight loss and better health. Lets take one small step forward today with a beautiful and inspiring passage.    In Health, -Phil Zimmermann, MD Unravel Type 2 Diabetes Naturally: https://www.drzmethod.com Fasting Space is recorded Live on YouTube, Join me weekdays!: https://www.youtube.com/@SimpleFasting/streams +++ Simple F...

A viewer asked a profound question. What does it actually look like to practice self-love and self-acceptance in a way that helps us move forward both in life and on our health path? I am going to give you my best attempt at answering this very thoughtful question. In Health, -Phil Zimmermann, MD Unravel Type 2 Diabetes Naturally: https://www.drzmethod.com Fasting Space is recorded Live on YouTube...

If the weight is there to lose but it wont budge you may feel stuck and frustrated. Why does this happen? It often starts with insulin resistance. This can lead to higher blood sugar levels and difficulty losing weight. Let's dive in on some practical steps to move forward! In Health, -Phil Zimmermann, MD Unravel Type 2 Diabetes Naturally: https://www.drzmethod.com Fasting Space is recorded Live o...