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Dr Mindy Pelz is a world-renowned fasting and women’s health expert, specifically focusing on metabolic fasting, and the host of ‘The Resetter Podcast’. She is also the author of best-selling books such as, ‘The Reset Factor’, ‘The Menopause Reset’, ‘Fast Like A Girl’, and ‘Eat Like A Girl’. 00:00 Intro 02:14 Impact From The Last Episode 05:00 Impact Of The Book Globally 09:15 What Is Fasting? 13:40 We're Sold Dangerous Food As Safe 15:24 How To Read A Food Label To Know If It's Harmful For Us 17:35 What About Eating Frequency? 19:32 What Is Calorie Restrictive Eating? 21:00 Your Thoughts On Ozempic As A Tool For Weightloss 27:12 Are We Choosing Comfort Over Hardwork? 32:52 Ketos And The Ketogenic Diet 34:23 How Long Do I Need To Fast To Switch To Fat Burning? 35:50 Can You Have Liquids When Fasting? 36:31 Common Myths And Mistakes About Intermittent Fasting 41:35 How Does Fasting Affect The Microbiome? 47:34 The Benefits Of Fasting 49:48 When Shouldn't Women Fast? 52:04 The Impact Of Fasting Before Menstruation 53:01 The Rise In Menstrual Cycle Changes 55:03 Accommodations For Women In The Workplace 58:04 Let's Talk Apple Cider Vinegar 01:00:48 When Should We Be Eating? 01:02:44 Recommendations For Weightloss And Repair 01:04:25 Cancer Feeding Foods 01:07:03 What Is An Obesegen? 01:10:10 Ozempic Is Not The Way To Solve The Obesity Crisis 01:11:59 How Would Mindy Fix The Food System? 01:16:19 Can Fasting Help Our Body Heal? 01:20:55 Is Protein Really That Good? 01:25:12 How Important Is Our Liver? 01:31:05 Daily Routines For Checking Your Body Is Functioning Well 01:33:43 We Are Getting Less Nutrients From Our Crops 01:37:57 Is Alcohol Good For Us? 01:45:24 Is There A Link Between Oxytocin And Diet? 01:49:00 The Loneliness Epidemic 01:49:12 The DOAC Health Toolbox 01:57:08 Last Guest Question Follow Mindy: Instagram - https://g2ul0.app.link/OLbPC9TrKKb YouTube - https://g2ul0.app.link/MindyPelzYT You can pre-order Mindy’s book, ‘Eat Like a Girl: 100+ Delicious Recipes’, here: https://hayhs.com/elag_pp_hc_az You can purchase The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards: Second Edition, here: https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb Learn more about the study on obesogens, here: https://g2ul0.app.link/LVvfw4XsKKb Learn more about the study on the effects of vinegar on inflammation and stress in healthy adults, here: https://g2ul0.app.link/APbkegUsKKb Learn more about the study on the effects of apple cider vinegar for weight management, here: https://g2ul0.app.link/aWXpMv5sKKb Learn more about the study on the effects of apple cider vinegar in diabetic patients, here: https://g2ul0.app.link/gDfDdBitKKb Follow me: https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb Sponsors: LinkedIn - http://linkedin.com/doac24 Colgate - https://www.colgate.com/en-gb/colgate-total
Dr. Mindy Pelz introduces her mission to empower individuals to take control of their health through fasting, nutrition, and lifestyle changes. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing that while health crises may not be our fault, they are our responsibility. This segment sets the stage for understanding the critical role of food in our health.
"these are really important Health tools that are not being discussed but this is how we should be looking at health so the first thing is do Mindy pelts the renowned health expert is back and she's on..."
Dr. Pelz shares powerful testimonials from individuals who have transformed their lives through intermittent fasting. She highlights the empowerment that comes from taking control of one's health and the surprising confidence boost that fasting can provide. This segment illustrates the profound effects of fasting on both physical and emotional well-being.
"the conversation we had reached more than 10 million people across YouTube and Spotify and I player and Airlines and everywhere and I was looking through some of the feedback from that ation and there..."
In this segment, Dr. Pelz explains the concept of fasting and its evolutionary basis. She discusses how our ancestors relied on fasting for survival and how modern lifestyles have strayed from these natural practices. This foundational understanding sets the stage for the benefits of fasting in today's world.
"and I guess it tells you something about yourself when you're able to do that which is I guess resisting some kind of Temptation Y which is you know you're building evidence with yourself that I am th..."
Dr. Pelz addresses the misconception that all food is safe, emphasizing that some foods can promote disease. She discusses the importance of understanding food labels and recognizing harmful ingredients. This segment challenges listeners to rethink their food choices and the impact on their health.
"is if someone has never come across the concept of fasting before which I think is probably quite um implausible now but can you give me the sort of the sort of like evolutionary basis for fast thing ..."
In this segment, Dr. Pelz provides practical advice on how to read food labels to identify harmful ingredients. She shares a personal anecdote about teaching her nephew to recognize unhealthy chemicals in packaged foods. This segment empowers listeners to make informed choices about their nutrition.
"what is the LIE then we talked about the lie that's been told to people about the food environment about five meals a day Etc what is that lie and why were we told the LIE the biggest lie is that all ..."
Dr. Pelz discusses common misconceptions about eating frequency, challenging the idea that we should eat multiple meals a day. She explains how longer periods of fasting can lead to better health outcomes, setting the stage for a deeper understanding of metabolic health.
"difference well the first thing is learn to read in ingredient label so which then do you know how to read an ingredient label I would say no so the first thing I do on every anything that's packaged ..."
In this segment, Dr. Pelz explores the concept of calorie restrictive eating and its implications for health. She discusses how fasting can serve as a tool for achieving similar outcomes without the negative effects of constant calorie restriction.
"eating because you know when I grow up I I breakfast lunch you might have something a couple of snacks and then have dinner and then you wake up the next day and go through the same routine of just ba..."
Dr. Pelz shares her thoughts on Ozempic as a weight loss tool, discussing its implications and potential consequences. This segment provides insight into the complexities of weight management and the role of fasting as a natural alternative.
"eating and how does is that the same thing no thank you for asking that so let's let's let's talk about both of them in an everyday kind of scenario so in time restriction you are saying I have a cert..."
Dr. Pelz reflects on the societal tendency to choose comfort over hard work, particularly in the context of health and wellness. She emphasizes the importance of embracing challenges and the role of fasting in building resilience and strength.
"we had the conversation something really massive happened in culture which was this word a zmek became really popular and the drug of zek became really popular I know there's various types of it w GOI..."
In this segment, Dr. Pelz discusses the ketogenic diet and its relationship with fasting. She explains how the body can switch to fat burning during fasting and the benefits of this metabolic state for overall health.
"most interesting take I've heard on why as zek might be a really negative thing for society is actually the point you just made about discipline and about you know we talked at the start of this conve..."
Dr. Pelz addresses the question of how long one needs to fast to switch to fat burning. She provides insights into the metabolic processes involved and the benefits of extended fasting periods.
"ketones and you used in the context of fasting does that mean that you're an advocate of of the ketogenic diet because this the word is the same yeah thank you for asking this because this gets confus..."
In this segment, Dr. Pelz discusses whether liquids can be consumed during fasting. She clarifies the types of liquids that are acceptable and their impact on the fasting process.
"to fast for in order to metabolically switch Yeah so eight hours is usually what they say where the the system starts to move from sugar burner to fat burner it usually takes about four hours to get o..."
Dr. Pelz debunks common myths and mistakes associated with intermittent fasting. She provides clarity on misconceptions that may hinder individuals from successfully implementing fasting into their lives.
"or water or these kinds of things is that going to interrupt the process of metabolically switching you should be fine with water now I have definitely seen some really extreme cases where people even..."
Dr. Pelz explores how fasting affects the microbiome, discussing the relationship between fasting, gut health, and overall wellness. This segment highlights the importance of understanding the body's internal ecosystem.
"people make when they're in intermittent fasting that or you know the common myths around the process that someone who thinks they know it's mittent fasting could well be making so if we stay in the f..."
In this segment, Dr. Pelz outlines the numerous benefits of fasting, including improved metabolic health, weight management, and enhanced mental clarity. She emphasizes the transformative potential of fasting for individuals seeking better health.
"change your gut microbiome in that situation this is a great question so uh biggest criticism one of the biggest criticisms of fasting is it destroys your gut so I want to unpack this one so here's th..."
Dr. Pelz discusses specific circumstances under which women should avoid fasting. She provides guidance on how to approach fasting in a way that supports women's unique health needs.
"this point of fasting then what are some of the Lesser known benefits of fasting that people don't typically think about because we think about weight loss you know I think that's T that's probably th..."
In this segment, Dr. Pelz addresses the impact of fasting before menstruation. She explains how hormonal changes can affect fasting practices and offers advice for women during this time.
"and fasting I think you said to me last time that women shouldn't be fasting when they're on their periods the week before their period the week before their period okay yeah so in the lead up to that..."
Dr. Pelz discusses the rise in menstrual cycle changes and how fasting may influence these changes. This segment highlights the importance of understanding the interplay between fasting and women's health.
"if you if you fast the week before you period what's the consequence yeah so what we have typically seen is women lose their Cycles okay you need progesterone so so let's go through let's put it throu..."
In this segment, Dr. Pelz talks about the need for workplace accommodations for women, particularly in relation to health and fasting practices. She advocates for a supportive environment that acknowledges women's unique health challenges.
"are toxic they're toxic yes what do you what do you say to those PE people um that are don't have menstrual cycles and they're you know because listen obviously I've never been through that myself but..."
Dr. Pelz discusses the benefits of apple cider vinegar, including its role in weight management and health improvement. She shares insights on how to incorporate it into a healthy lifestyle.
"this last time and it was the first time as a employer I started to reconsider how we run our business because if women do need certain accommodations based on their cycle um what might be an optimal ..."
In this segment, Dr. Pelz provides recommendations on when we should be eating. She discusses the importance of timing in relation to fasting and metabolic health.
"wanted to talk to you about because I I noticed it popped into my fridge after our conversation um and I know my partner listened to the conversation as I said to it was translated into a bunch of lan..."
Dr. Pelz shares her recommendations for weight loss and repair, emphasizing the role of fasting and nutrition in achieving these goals. This segment provides actionable advice for listeners.
"day do you think men and women should be eating because there's this one meal a day thing that's people subscri subscribe to where you just have one meal every single day but is that I'm I'm unsure wh..."
Dr. Pelz discusses foods that may contribute to cancer development. She highlights the importance of making informed dietary choices to reduce cancer risk.
"any drinks that you would um recommend for specifically for weight loss and repair well we started with apple cider vinegar so I think we've we've addressed that that you could drink that in your fast..."
In this segment, Dr. Pelz explains the concept of obesogens and their impact on health. She discusses how certain chemicals in our environment can contribute to obesity and metabolic disorders.
"consider to be cancer feeding yeah well sugar sugar okay so yeah Sugar's a bigy but but are there are there certain foods that we all assume are healthy like what are what are the foods that you know ..."
Dr. Pelz critiques the use of Ozempic as a solution for the obesity crisis, arguing that it is not a sustainable or effective long-term strategy. This segment challenges listeners to consider alternative approaches to weight management.
"obesogen so obesogens were are chemicals that are allowed in our food that turn well they do two things but the big thing that I'm really focused on right now is they turn our stem cells into fat cell..."
Dr. Pelz shares her vision for fixing the food system, advocating for changes that prioritize health and well-being. She discusses the need for systemic reform to support better food choices.
"okay we might be skinny but we might still be suffering with the Cancers and the Y I don't know the adhd's and stuff like that things that are linked to um our diets y so we might be skinny but we mig..."
In this segment, Dr. Pelz explores how fasting can help the body heal. She discusses the physiological benefits of fasting and its potential to support recovery and wellness.
"that world look like if I gave you a magic wand and I said okay you're going to be the president of the entire world and you can Implement any rule as it relates to food you know that you want what yo..."
Dr. Pelz discusses the importance of protein in our diets, addressing common misconceptions about its role in health. She provides insights into how protein consumption can support fasting and overall wellness.
"stem cell production does stem cell production increase if I fast the longer the in the longer fast yeah three days is in the the research was 24 hours um for gut repair so you get intestinal stem cel..."
In this segment, Dr. Pelz emphasizes the importance of liver health and its role in overall wellness. She discusses how fasting can support liver function and metabolic health.
"protein there there's this term I saw which was protein cycling and I don't really know what that means but I was hoping maybe you could enlighten me where did you see that I saw that that protein cyc..."
Dr. Pelz shares daily routines for checking that your body is functioning well. She provides practical tips for maintaining health and wellness through mindful practices.
"this oh it's the most important yeah outside the brain brain gut liver keep those healthy like keep those really healthy so liver breaks down hormones so you need it to break down hormones like thyroi..."
Dr. Pelz discusses the issue of nutrient deficiency in modern crops and its implications for health. She highlights the importance of sourcing nutrient-dense foods.
"couple let's give people a daily routine of what to look at to be able to see like how your body's functioning so when I get up in the morning that one thing I do I always look in the I'm periodically..."
In this segment, Dr. Pelz addresses the question of whether alcohol is good for us. She discusses the potential health impacts of alcohol consumption and offers insights into moderation.
"get really depressing really quick that's fine you want me to know the truth okay so the soils that are being monocropped or they're being til over and over again um not from regenerative farms uh wha..."
Dr. Pelz explores the link between oxytocin and diet, discussing how our dietary choices can influence hormonal balance and emotional well-being.
"this is a good one um there's never a moment where alcohol is a health food let's just be clear on that um so I think there the research on alcohol and brain health is is needs to be honored Dr Aman I..."
In this segment, Dr. Pelz discusses the loneliness epidemic and its impact on health. She emphasizes the importance of social connections and community support for overall well-being.
"link between oxytocin and diet I if I'm in an oxytocin state am I more likely to choose a certain food I and I was thinking here about like you know oxytocin Rises when I hug my partner for example so..."
Dr. Pelz introduces the DOAC Health Toolbox, a resource for individuals seeking to improve their health. She discusses the tools and strategies included in this toolbox.
"of insulates us doesn't it from the stresses of life it's like insulation that's right human connection is insulates us against disease against I guess even poor dietary choices in that regard is that..."
In this concluding segment, Dr. Pelz addresses final guest questions, wrapping up the discussion on fasting, nutrition, and health. She provides additional insights and encouragement for listeners.
"box in the corner of the room because we talked about there's a tool box over here this is why you have a toolbox so there's a oh there a it's a DI of a CO toolbox this is cool this is really [ __ ] i..."
In a heartfelt conclusion, Dr. Pelz reflects on her love for life and the importance of connections. She shares how her work inspires her and emphasizes the significance of relationships in enhancing well-being, encouraging listeners to embrace life fully and cultivate meaningful connections.
"own health path but we can't isolate them anymore we have a closing tradition on this podcast where the last guest leaves a question for the next guest not knowing who they're leaving it for and the q..."