The Fasting Method Podcast

Episode #170 In this week's episode,Terri and Coach Heather process a misconception about getting back on track if you have been off-course.   Join them as they discuss Heather's video game analogy.   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 Com...

Episode #169 In this week's episode, Terri sits down to talk with TFM member, Brigette Brooks, to discuss her weight-loss journey, and how her health is more optimal now than ever.   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://ww...

Episode #168 In this week's episode, Megan and Terri regroup for the beginning of a new podcast season. Megan shares about her year and why she is now able to start being more a part of the podcast after having to focus more at home this past year.   They share about upcoming resources for the fall to help you get back on track and set yourself up well for the coming holiday season. They also disc...

Episode #167 In this Fasting Q&A episode, hosted by Coach Lisa Chance, Dr. Jason Fung answers questions from the TFM Community: If the stomach rumbles about an hour after having a black coffee, does this mean that the coffee raised insulin? [01:43] Is insulin released only when the food is in the mouth? It feels like when a big, heavy meal is in the stomach for hours I could still add a supplement...

SUMMER BREAK As Terri takes a couple of weeks away from her podcast duties, please enjoy a replay of one of the most popular episodes. Episode #166 (#137) In this episode Nadia and Terri dive deep into why so many of us struggle to make progress and therefore stay stuck in the uncomfortable space of starting/stopping, or how many of us push ourselves so hard that we can't sustain consistently to s...

SUMMER BREAK As Terri takes a couple of weeks away from her podcast duties and after Coach Lisa's episode last week about cortisol-lowering techniques, it seemed like a good time to remind podcast listeners about Coach Lisa's story. Episode #165 (#35) In today's episode, Megan and Nadia interview their colleague, Coach Lisa Chance, a retired RN. Megan and Nadia chat to Lisa about how she started f...

Episode #164 In this week's episode, Terri gets to chat with Coach Lisa Chance about something that can help everyone as they navigate their health and weight-loss journeys, and beyond - the effects of cortisol and ways to lower our cortisol levels.   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: h...

Episode #163 In this Fasting Q&A episode, hosted by Coach Lisa Chance, Dr. Jason Fung answers questions from the TFM Community: I have a Lumen device and they talk about a fasting 'sweet spot'. They say that if you fast for too long, then your body might get stressed and go back into carb burning, and that if you test with the Lumen every two hours, you can see this switch from carb burning to fat...

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://...