The WORST Intermittent Fasting Mistakes That Lead To WEIGHT GAIN | Dr. Mindy Pelz

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I did a 90 day challenge for carnivore and intermittent fasting. I’m not now into 17 month!!! Hard to believe but it changed my life. Lost 50 lbs., way more energy, off all meds, perfect blood test results last month. I’m 72. Never too late to learn❣️

Warning: if you find that you are not losing weight despite doing everything right, even if it's been a month or two, (1) do not give up; your body has damage (2) do not give up; you're probably really insulin resistant and it will take longer for you (3) do not give up; have you tried an actual fast? Don't go from 100 to zero. Start at 12 hour, then 14, etc. (4) do not give up. Headache? Add tsp salt to a tall glass of water. (5) do not give up. Try resetting your body the way that they're talking. (6) do not give up. It might take a year for you, dependinvg on the damage 💔 (7) never give up.

Prayer AND fasting could be a game-changer for more than just your health. It's working for me!

Finally got my fasting 18/6 started on Aug.8th and gradually got into 24hrs fasting, then back to 18/6. I’m mostly sedentary because of a bad knee. Lost 5kg so far. Trying to lose another 5kg by the end of October. Started drinking apple cider with water. I want to kick my diabetes 2 completely. I have 25kg more to lose. Wish me luck. 😊

00:54 🥦 Changing your diet is the first step to making fasting smoother. Focus on swapping out toxic ingredients, refining oils, and processed carbs for natural, whole foods. This helps transition your body into a fat-burning state more efficiently. 01:33 🍽️ Gradually push back your breakfast by 30 minutes to an hour. The goal is to compress all your meals into a shorter eating window, which makes fasting feel more natural and effortless. 05:44 🔄 Metabolic flexibility is key. Understand that your body has two main fuel sources: glucose (sugar) and ketones (from fat). Fasting helps transition from being a sugar burner to a fat burner, unlocking various health benefits beyond just weight loss. 08:56 🌡️ Fasting isn't just about reducing calories; it's about triggering a switch in your body's metabolism. This switch, marked by the production of ketones, leads to reduced hunger, enhanced mental clarity, and improved physical performance. 11:15 🥗 When trying to lose weight, focus on timing rather than just calorie restriction. Compressing your eating window, even with the same diet, can lead to better results by promoting ketosis and fat burning. 13:32 🛌 Fasting is a natural healing state for the body, similar to sleeping. Embracing fasting can lead to a range of benefits, including reduced inflammation, improved brain function, and enhanced immune system function. 23:13 🔄 Fasting for 17 hours stimulates autophagy, a process where cells repair themselves and remove aging cells. 23:40 ⚡ After 24 hours of fasting, the body targets stubborn belly fat for energy. 23:53 🧠 Fasting for 48 hours leads to the creation of new dopamine receptor sites in the brain, motivating the search for food. 24:05 🩸 At 72 hours of fasting, the immune system undergoes a complete reboot and recycle, without the need for drugs or supplements. 25:01 🩺 Autophagy, a cellular self-cleaning process, eliminates unwanted cells, viruses, and bacteria in the absence of nutrients. 25:57 🌿 Introducing raw, unpasteurized foods like goat cheese can enhance the microbiome during fasting. 28:16 🌐 Fasting-induced changes in the microbiome can be positive, eliminating non-beneficial bacteria, although some mucosal layer degradation may occur. 34:15 🥛 Raw, unpasteurized goat's milk might be a beneficial alternative for individuals who have issues with processed cow's milk. 41:05 🍞 Returning to whole, minimally processed foods and avoiding food manipulation can lead to a healthier diet and may help combat chronic diseases. 44:43 🥦 Cauliflower-based products marketed as "grain-free" can still spike blood sugar levels, especially when processed into flour. 46:33 🥕 Response to food can vary widely between individuals; what affects one person's blood sugar may not have the same effect on another. 48:06 🔄 Shifting the focus from calorie counting to monitoring blood sugar levels can be a more effective approach for those struggling with food addiction. 49:29 🧀 Combining carbohydrates with proteins or fats can slow down blood sugar spikes, making it easier for the body to transition to a fat-burning state. 51:21 👃 Our attraction to others is influenced by biological factors related to fertility, alongside societal standards. 54:08 🩺 Women on birth control may be attracted to different scents due to hormonal changes, impacting partner preference. 57:23 📊 Focus on reducing blood sugar spikes rather than aiming for a specific numerical range, especially for those facing economic or time constraints. 01:02:28 💪 Combining intermittent fasting with simple exercises like air squats can help manage blood sugar levels, even during times of indulgence. 01:06:24 🍽️ Intermittent fasting success story: By gradually adjusting his eating window and incorporating protein, a person lost 100 pounds over six to seven months. 01:07:45 🔄 Intermittent fasting can change your microbiome, which affects food preferences and cravings. This shift can make it easier to stick to healthier eating habits. 01:08:55 🧠 Food addiction can be a challenge during fasting. The absence of dopamine (reward neurotransmitter) from eating can be challenging, but incorporating ketones and changing the microbiome can help. 01:10:00 💡 The gut microbiome plays a crucial role in metabolic health. Serotonin production, immune system, and even weight management are tied to gut health. 01:14:13 🌟 Remarkable fasting story: A man fasted for over 267 days, experiencing profound healing effects, including cell apoptosis, toxin elimination, and significant weight loss. 01:17:38 🧠 Fasting acts as a mirror, revealing emotional connections to food. It can uncover patterns of emotional eating and offer an opportunity for self-reflection and healing. 01:25:07 ⚡️ Preparing for a multi-day water fast: Prioritize a clean, fasting-friendly lifestyle to make subsequent fasts easier and more reparative. 01:27:39 🥩 Longer fasts can have various benefits, including shedding toxins, gaining mental clarity, and providing spiritual insights. Dr. Mindy Pelz recommends trying a three-day water fast twice a year, ideally in January and September. 01:28:36 🧂 To mitigate symptoms during longer fasts, consider taking minerals like sodium, magnesium, and potassium. These can be easily consumed by mixing them in water throughout the fasting period. Products like "Element" are recommended. 01:29:16 💧 Hydrogen water, which isolates hydrogen molecules from water, can support the microbiome and make longer fasts more manageable. It's suggested to try this during a three-day water fast for improved appetite control. 01:31:51 🕒 Dr.Mindy Pelz advises shorter daily fasts of 13-15 hours, with occasional stretches to discomfort. This hormetic stress can be beneficial for adaptation, but it's important to mix up fasting patterns to avoid plateaus. 01:33:27 🚹 For men, fasting can lead to a significant increase in testosterone levels, even up to 2000 percent after a 24-hour fast. This effect can have positive implications for sexual health and vitality. 01:35:45 🚺 Women experience hormonal shifts throughout their menstrual cycle. Estrogen, which peaks during ovulation, enhances emotional connection and cognition. Progesterone, dominant in the second half of the cycle, supports glucose elevation and calmness. 01:38:00 🌕 Menopausal women are traditionally revered as wise elders in some cultures, offering valuable insights and guidance. This perspective contrasts with Western society's tendency to undervalue menopausal women. 01:42:26 🤝 Estrogen's role in enhancing emotional connection aligns with the need for deeper bonding during ovulation, facilitating intimacy and reproductive success. This may explain women's tendency to seek emotional closeness during this phase. 01:48:56 🍽️ Intermittent fasting is emphasized as a foundational practice for health, encouraging periods of fasting for metabolic benefits. 01:50:01 🔄 Women experience a hormonal "superpower window" during ovulation, characterized by high estrogen, testosterone, and some progesterone, enhancing emotional connection, mental clarity, libido, and motivation. 01:54:29 🔄 Tailoring diet and exercise to menstrual cycle phases is recommended. Low carb and fasting during estrogen building (day 1-10), increased glucose for progesterone support during ovulation (day 11-15), and adjusting for recovery and relaxation in the luteal phase (day 19-20). 01:56:03 🔄 Many women face issues with their menstrual cycle due to an imbalance between estrogen and progesterone, often caused by lifestyle factors like stress, diet, and chemical exposure. 01:58:06 🌱 Diet plays a crucial role in mental health, and shifting towards whole, unprocessed foods can have a significant impact. The speaker's personal experience highlights the influence of diet on anxiety. 02:00:39 ☀️ Basic lifestyle practices include getting natural light exposure, aligning with circadian rhythms, and incorporating movement, which can have profound effects on overall health and hormonal balance. 02:04:32 🥦 Simplifying diet by focusing on whole, unprocessed foods and avoiding foods with labels can be a foundational step towards better health and hormonal balance. 02:06:23 🌾 For some individuals, a vegan diet may not provide sufficient amino acids and can lead to insulin resistance if not balanced correctly. Monitoring glucose levels and considering supplementation may be necessary for vegans. 02:07:59 🩸 Regularly monitoring Hemoglobin A1c levels, aiming for a value around 4.5, can provide valuable insights into metabolic health and aging. 02:10:03 🩺 Hemoglobin A1c around 4.5 is mentioned as an estimate based on the conversation. 02:10:28 🍪 Mental barriers often hinder people from trying new approaches to health and nutrition. 02:10:56 🥦 Going low fat instead of low carb led to confusion and glucose spikes for fat loss. 02:11:21 ⏳ Longevity's impact on body composition remains uncertain. 02:11:50 💡 The speaker believes in precise control over body composition through diet. 02:13:42 💡 Ideas about health and discipline need to reach a broader audience, potentially through unconventional methods like video games. 02:14:46 🍬 There's a need to connect short-term pleasure with long-term consequences of dietary choices. 02:16:51 🥖 Choosing a healthy lifestyle doesn't equate to deprivation; it's about f

I did a 21-day fast to detox and reset my body. I could have gone longer. However, the days were just what my body needed. I had hypothyroidism, PCOS, and nutrition absorption problems and struggled with my weight for 13 years. After 5 months, since starting my fast and completely cutting out gluten and sugars... I lost 90 lbs and completely cured myself of all my medical issues. It was a real eye opener to me on how much crap was going into my body. How many so-called "healthy foods" we not really food at all. This is a complete lifestyle change for me. I also see a lot of the health issues that I struggled with, happening to my kids as well. I am working on changing their habits as well, but it definitely isn't as easy as it was for me. I am so glad I watched this episode. So much amazing information here. Even though I did a ton of research on fasting before I dived into it... I had no idea that women needed to fast differently. I only wish she would have touched base on woman who cycle but no longer have a uterus. It is definitely harder to know when I start my cycle with no period to remind me.

Proud to be part of that 2% 👍🏼 all thanks to amazing human beings like Dr. Mindy and Tom. Bless your hearts 🥰

As a recovering anorexic/bulimic, I want to share a distinction regarding fasting and not eating. The vilification of certain food groups or food choices was a huge reason why I had an eating disorder in the first place. In the 80’s/90’s, “experts” encouraged pasta, breads and carbs and vilified protein and fat. One person said sugar substitutes were good, another said they were bad. One day Paleo is good, the next day it’s bad. Now we have the Keto/Carnivore cult saying that protein & fat are king and even vegetables are trying to kill you. THIS IS WHY many of us have eating disorders! It’s just easier and more controllable to starve- or just take laxatives/vomit to make the stomach empty. Intermittent fasting is an entirely different thing. It doesn’t villify any of the food God has provided for us. It does, however, bring us back to what was always a normal, human way of consuming food. Humans were never designed to eat all day. Rise at dawn, sleep at dusk and any calories consumed stayed within the waking hours. This is hands-down a more logical and healthy way of “restricting” calories. Starving myself and binging was an agonizing mental state that perpetually got worse the more I did it. Intermittent fasting is the opposite…FREEDOM from the rules, the guilt, the mental confusion and constantly changing “science”.

The level of compassion this woman exemplifies is incredible

She puts out such a bright, loving vibes. A beautiful example of the feminine energy

🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation: 00:26 ❓ The right entry point to fasting is crucial and starting with food quality changes is beneficial. 02:14 🛠️ Initial steps in fasting involve avoiding metabolic damage by choosing the right foods. 03:22 🎭 There is a need for a playful approach towards changing diet rather than a rigid one. 03:50 🔄 The speaker recognizes the myth that simply extending the fasting window is sufficient without considering diet quality. 04:20 🚫 Initial low carb diets can cause discomfort, highlighting the need for a careful dietary transition. 07:20 🌟 Fasting can provide internal healing beyond just weight loss, including brain function and immune system benefits. 08:16 🤯 Constant caloric intake, especially from carbohydrates, can prevent the body from ever burning stored fat. 10:05 🤯 The "aha" moment discussed revolves around the realization that weight loss is not just about diet, but also about engaging the fat-burning metabolism through fasting. 14:42 😣 Comparison between the unpleasantness of a low-calorie diet and the manageability of fasting. 15:12 🚫 The distinction made between being in a state of ketosis and simply burning fat, with a focus on the different bodily responses. 16:20 🧠 The physiological explanation of why ketosis enhances mental clarity and suppresses hunger from an evolutionary perspective. 17:14 📊 The hypothesis that the same diet could yield better results if eating is confined to a shorter window, enhancing the transition into ketosis. 21:06 📈 The health benefits that begin at 13 hours of fasting, including increased growth hormone and testosterone levels, reduced inflammation, and decreased breast cancer recurrence. 22:46 🎯 Describing the journey to make intermittent fasting an achievable lifestyle change. 23:40 🧠 Benefits of fasting for brain health and motivation, with new dopamine receptor sites forming at 48 hours. 24:32 🛑 Addressing misconceptions about the dangers of fasting. 27:08 🧫 Autophagy through fasting cleanses the body, removing cells that are no longer needed. 27:21 🗣️ The term 'autophagy' originates from Greek, meaning 'self-eating,' which is what the body does to its own cells during fasting. 28:16 🔬 In fasting, the microbiome undergoes a shift, killing off non-beneficial bacteria and changing the gut's pH. 29:13 🔄 While fasting may temporarily deplete the microbiome, it's beneficial for removing non-serving microbes. 29:39 🥑 What you eat after fasting is crucial for feeding the beneficial microbes and rebuilding the microbiome. 31:55 🌰 Nuts and seeds are prebiotics and should be consumed raw to retain beneficial enzymes for gut health. 37:43 🐄 Cow's milk molecule size is much larger than human milk's, potentially causing more digestive issues. 38:09 🐐 Goat's milk is closer in molecule size to human milk and may be easier to digest for some people. 44:57 📈 Grain-free products like cauliflower pizza may still raise blood glucose levels significantly. 45:50 🧬 Continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) are advocated for understanding individual responses to food and controlling obsessions with measurements. 48:21 🍽️ Transitioning from calorie counting to monitoring blood sugar can provide better control over food addictions and disorders, especially in young women. 59:40 💡 Accessibility to health information is important, and it should be made approachable for everyone, not just those who can afford it or fully understand it. 01:03:07 🏋️‍♂️ Physical exercise, like air squats, can significantly affect glucose levels, offering a strategy to manage spikes after eating. 01:04:59 🤔 Effective health strategies do not require high socioeconomic resources; the combination of intermittent fasting and exercise works universally. 01:05:44 🍽️ The story of a 300-pound man's weight loss illustrates starting with manageable fasting periods before major dietary changes can be effective. 01:06:50 🥤 Gradual reduction in soda intake and minor dietary adjustments led to significant weight loss over several months for the individual mentioned. 01:07:45 🦠 Intermittent fasting alters the microbiome, influencing food cravings and taste preferences, demonstrated by the change in the man's cravings over time. 01:09:10 🍩 Long-term fasting can significantly reduce dopamine response to food, highlighting the struggle with food addiction. 01:10:26 🔄 By using fasting as a tool, the individual overcame food addiction, leading to sustained weight loss and healthier food preferences. 01:11:39 🧠 A significant portion of serotonin, a key mood regulator, is produced in the gut, linking diet to emotional well-being. 01:12:20 🌱 Gut health awareness is increasing, but our understanding of the microbiome is still in its infancy. 01:12:48 💊 Excessive use of antibiotics has negatively impacted aspects like serotonin production. 01:13:17 🍔 Frequent consumption of the wrong foods can harm various bodily functions, including immune response and fat burning. 01:13:32 🦠 Fasting has a significant positive impact on the microbiome. 01:14:01 ⏱️ Extended fasting can lead to dramatic health improvements but may have side effects like body odor and loose skin. 01:16:16 🩺 Long-term fasting should be done under medical supervision with regular health monitoring. 01:17:09 🤯 The simplicity of fasting as a healing tool is a paradigm shift from conventional beliefs about health care complexity. 01:19:43 🧠 Fasting can trigger emotional and psychological responses, reflecting one's inner state and relationship with food. 01:21:44 🗣️ The importance of self-talk and confronting emotional issues while fasting. 01:24:16 🚪 Fasting as an opportunity to address underlying emotional and psychological issues with professional help if needed. 01:26:28 🧬 The reparative effect of fasting over time and personal anecdote of healing an Achilles tendon injury with a five-day fast. 01:29:03 💊 Recommending specific supplements such as Element to support fasting with necessary minerals without breaking the fast. 01:29:16 💧 Hydrogen water can significantly ease the process of a three-day water fast. 01:31:08 📅 It's beneficial to undertake a three-day water fast twice a year, especially post-holidays and at the end of summer for bodily reboot. 01:32:04 ⏱️ Regular shorter fasts (13-15 hours) are recommended most days, with one longer fast weekly to introduce hormetic stress for body adaptation. 01:34:21 💪 Testosterone pulses every 15 minutes in men and increases significantly during ovulation in women, influencing sexual appetite. 01:38:58 🚺 Estrogen peaks in the first half of the menstrual cycle, initiating ovulation, and has multiple roles including brain function, multitasking, and emotional expression. 01:44:46 👵🏽 Menopausal women are seen as wise elders in some cultures, imparting wisdom and stability, a perspective not widely held in Western societies. 01:46:09 📦 The variance in women's emotional needs and connections with estrogen levels throughout their lives and how Western society often overlooks the wisdom of menopausal women. 01:47:04 🧬 The discussion suggests that men have a biological impulse to spread their genetic material due to its abundance and low cost of production, while women must be more discerning due to the higher commitment pregnancy entails. 01:48:01 💞 Evolution may have instilled the need for an emotional connection in women as a gating mechanism to ensure they select emotionally competent partners. 01:50:29 🌟 During ovulation, a surge of hormones in women creates a 'superpower window' for emotional connection and discernment in mate selection, influenced by primal instincts despite modern contexts. 01:56:03 🚫 Inadequate progesterone can prevent the shedding of the uterine lining, leading to stored estrogen and potential health issues. 01:57:42 🧬 Modern life's evolutionary mismatch is contributing to fertility issues and hormonal imbalances in women and increasingly in men. 01:58:06 🍽️ Diet changes are linked to anxiety reduction, emphasizing the impact of modern chemicals in food. 02:01:05 🔄 The human body’s primal needs haven’t evolved as fast as technology, leading to lifestyle-induced health conditions. 02:02:29 🏃‍♂️ Personal changes are vital for adapting to the modern world while maintaining health. 02:02:55 🕒 Emphasis on the benefits of fasting and the simplicity of food without labels as starting points for health improvement. 02:04:06 🏋️‍♀️ Physical movement helps in utilizing cortisol effectively. 02:05:00 🌱 Returning to foundational human needs is critical before exploring advanced biohacks or supplements. 02:08:12 🩸 It's suggested to monitor hemoglobin A1c annually to gauge oxygen transportation in blood, which is influenced by glucose levels. 02:10:15 💡 There's a distinction made between what most people "can't do" versus "don't do" regarding dietary discipline and lifestyle changes. 02:11:08 🚫 The misconception about low-fat diets leading to fat loss and the benefits of low-carb diets for body composition control is highlighted. 02:12:03 🤔 Acknowledgment that while certain lifestyle practices could theoretically end chronic disease, getting widespread adoption is challenging. 02:14:21 🔗 Connects mental and physical suffering with self-inflicted choices and the lack of taking responsibility for one’s health. 02:14:46 🧠 Suggests the lack of understanding the long-term negative effects of poor di

Themes: 1. Clean up the diet (healthy fats replace unhealthy, less sugar) 2. Smaller window for eating 3. Less glucose spikes (;add cheese to carrots, etc.) 4. sodium, magnesium, potassium supplement while fasting (LMNT) 5. Hydrogen water 6. Women need to have different eating patterns depending on where they are in their menstrual cycle.

Mindy is epic!! Her and Dr. Fung, helped change my life. 85lbs down and in the best shape of my life at 50. God bless these folks!!

I love being old. Every year has a new discovery

Love this! I've lost around 500 lbs (not a typo!!) following a carnivore lifestyle and fasting. Cutting the seed oils and processed foods makes a huge difference for sure. But carbs in general - fruits & vegies - still kept those intense cravings high. So for me, a carnivore approach worked to give me the food freedom that other people seem to have. I am no longer broken! And I don't force fasting. It just happens naturally. Intermittent fasting is a huge part of my journey and I do throw in some 24, 48's and successfully completed a 5 day fast back in January with no white knuckling at all. Thanks for the great video! Wish I knew all this years ago!

Jesus said "When you fast.." so God was giving us keys to unlock our bodies & get closer to Him ages ago

Just finished a 56 hour fast and it’s crazy. I get sooo hungry whenever I’m in that cycle of eating all the time but during the fast, after a certain point, the hunger dissipated and I felt so fine and clear.

I'm 55, currently in my first 36h fast in decades. N of 1 health has come to the forefront for me over the past 10ish years including my mental health and all the rest of it. I am just so immensely grateful for all the extraordinarily empathic and motivated professionals (and wisdom providers) that offer their knowledge to us FOR FREE. Discovered Mindy just last week, and resonate with her language and message very much. Thank you for having this conversation. Thank you for having my back 🙌🙏