Intermittent Fasting 101: What You Need to Know with Dr. Jason Fung

Andrea Donsky, nutritionist (18 years), Menopause Educator, Menopause Researcher, and Co-founder of www.wearemorphus.com, interviews Dr. Jason Fung, MD an international expert on the benefits of intermittent fasting where he answers questions and debunks myths on whether intermittent fasting really works.
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Breakdown of the interview:
1:11 Dr. Fung explains what intermittent fasting is and how it can be important in perimenopause and menopause.
11:09 Common myth's about intermittent fasting.
18:10 How hunger is just a conditioned response and how to fix it.
20:51 The different types of fasts, their benefits, and how this applies in perimenopause and menopause.
32:38 Women's cycles and intermittent fasting.
41:01 Why calorie deficits don't work.
47:46 The difference between intermittent fasting and calorie restriction.
49: 23 Why do we need to change our thinking about calories.
55:05 Foods that we should be focusing on in perimenopause and menopause that increase satiety hormones (peptide YY).
59:22 Thoughts on fruits and complex carbohydrates.
1:00:02 Are there specific tests we should be asking our doctors for?
1:04:18 Are there other variables that affect insulin-like thyroid health, autoimmunity, food combining and order of eating, apple cider vinegar, and fermented foods.
1:06:33 Other tools and tips to blunt insulin spikes.
1:08:17 The ideal way to break a fast.
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[@wearemorphus]

What other questions would you like me to ask Dr. Fung in a future interview? Please share.

[@Alovelyme1]

What about the idea of 'srarvation mode' and metabolism slowing causing you to store and hold on to fat due to not eat [often] enough.

[@wearemorphus]

@@Alovelyme1 Excellent question! Will do.

[@lorrenapoli8549]

Been Ketovore past 5 months, have CKD3a, Bun, Creatinine, GFR have all got worse.. Only one functioning kidney. Someone online Glenn has vastly improved his numbers taking Albutrix, Kidney Restore, upping water and eating VEGETARian. I believe in PHD but cant let my bloodwork keep crashing.. Lost 20# A1c down from 7.5 to 6.5 stalled now... I do IF eating at noon and recently 2-36hr fasts and started having heart palpatations, CAC score =0, off statins. On Farxiga

[@wearemorphus]

@@allatomas1743Noted!!

[@MoniqueDeVere]

When we're no longer feeling hunger, does it mean that our metabolism has slowed right down?

[@jessicajohnson4087]

Dr. Fung is my hero! Post menopausal women CAN lose weight! I'm 60 and lost 160 lbs (!) by following Dr. Fung's videos, lectures and books. I ate/eat LCHF keto and learned how to fast. The transformation has been profound. It reversed ALL my health issues and I'm medication free. I look and feel better than I ever have and have tons of energy. I'm active, swim and am even a lifeguard at our local pools! I did it all on my own, just by watching and learning. I'm maintaining great and loving my fasting lifestyle. I'm so thankful 🥰🙏. Be well! 😊

[@iwrite6388]

Fantastic! Thanks for sharing 👍🏻

[@jessicajohnson4087]

@@laniesider2586 Hi! It took me about 1.5 years. And I've been maintaining for almost 1.5 years also. I was on blood pressure meds and Albuterol inhalers. Also was supposed to have regular cortisone injections for my osteoarthritis. You can watch my story on The Magic of Fasting KZbin channel 😃👍

[@rekhapatel4187]

Hello Jessica . I am 60 and would really like your advice and detail on what you did to lose weight. How long did it take to lose your weight

[@lindah.8564]

Consider writing a book for us menopausal women! Amazing!!

[@jessicajohnson4087]

@@lindah.8564 Wow Thanks! I'll pass. But it's a great suggestion for Dr. Fung!! And I would be willing to share my success story to help others! 😃👍.

[@keishajack-vq8oh]

Am I the only one who likes a video once Dr. Fung is featured even before I listen to the video???😂 Dr. Fung is a medical genius and I'm so fortunate, like many of us, to have come across him. He has changed my perspective completely. ❤

[@wearemorphus]

Haha. Not you're not! Dr. Fung is amazing. I love interviewing brilliant people. ~ Andrea

[@annpringle8219]

You are not the only one!

[@melissamanning7004]

Nope there are many of us, Lol!

[@cherylh4688]

Yup, NOT the only one.😂😍 I get the warm fuzzies every time I see him featured, because I KNOW not only that it's going to be informative and helpful but that his brand of common sense, humility and integrity will always restore my peace of mind and hope for the future of medicine and for my own health. It's reassuring to know that people like him, even DOCTORS, lol, still exist.

[@funmigeorge7677]

I enjoy listening to him. He’s very methodical and simple to follow

[@friedazlife9074]

I just did a 40 hour fast. My husband thinks I'm crazy , but I felt great. Now I am trying to eat enough in my eating window and I am STUFFED! I'm doing alternate day fasting. ❤

[@micheleconroy1151]

I just did a 48 hour fast this week. My husband feels the same way. I feel great!!

[@batgirl1ful]

I have a question what time do you start your fast and what time do you typically end it for ADF

[@janwig9347]

Is this a competition? Is that why people do this?

[@batgirl1ful]

@@janwig9347 No it's to reverse type 2 diabetes, and loss weight and lots of other health benefits.

[@friedazlife9074]

@@batgirl1ful It really can change each time but I try to stop eating early around 3 or 4 pm. That way when I hit my goal fasting time, I won't feel so ravenous than if I stopped eating at 7 pm. Then I feel it's too late in the day to break the fast. If that makes sense.

[@marciav.ormsby2377]

❤As a medical doctor, now retired, I learned so much about metabolism, nutrition and the physiology of metabolism from your video, which was not taught in training and not learned. So tired of calories in, calories out in the logic of people failing diets, that now I can respond with the truth that it’s not calories - a term from physics - but hormones regulating storage and utilization of energy. Thank you

[@claudia-B.]

Doctors now these days just diagnose and prescribe medications 💊 we thank Dr. Jason fung and Dr.pradip Jamnadas 🙏

[@CrustyLutheran]

What’s a good low-inflammatory, low/no carb alternative to the BRAT (bananas, rice, applesauce, and toast) diet that’s recommended after you’re recovering from a gastrointestinal illness?

[@user-pz1hk2dr6n]

A tip to move into fasting is to completely avoid processed food including sugar and carbs for at least a week prior to implementing fasting.

[@michelleduncan9965]

That's a very good point user. I'd think that would help a person transition nicely into IF, & probably not feel as much of the sugar & bad carb withdrawl symptoms. I've fallen off the wagon, so this week I'll start back by first cutting out sugar & the bad carbs.

[@Roses-lilac]

I have avoided sugar and flour for almost 2 yrs and did my first 24 hr fast yesterday. Just finished my dinner and feel really good. I’m a convert.

[@michaelapatton5379]

Yes, I feel it's necessary to ease into it, and I felt less withdrawal when I prepared for it.

[@IsaHenderson-sc4cp]

Yes I always roll out of gin & burgers & cake into a fast! 🤣👌

[@gailremp8389]

I have been doing net lo carbs and feeling good. So I’m at 15 hours in house working on cleaning and getting hungry hungry so may call first fast at 15 and be proud and not guilty not more..

[@alaskabarb8089]

Dr. Fung is so calm, explaining fasting in a methodical, scientific way. I always enjoy listening to him.

[@wearemorphus]

I agree. He is easy to listen to. 🙂

[@ghazalaayaz7154]

Me too love to listen to him

[@ReasonablySpeaking9808]

I enjoy his voice tone too! Very friendly and inviting. Not judgmental and sneaky link.

[@annettestephens5337]

Great video! One of the hurdles to IF seems to be ‘unlearning’ what we have been told for many years. I have friends who still quote “breakfast is the most important meal of the day”. My reply is that I eat my breakfast at around lunchtime 😂

[@wearemorphus]

For real! It was so ingrained in our minds but I'm with you, now breakfast is at noon. LOL

[@kathleenking47]

@@wearemorphus no Kellogg & post here I remember when they pushed the 6 times a day eating, in the early 80s Plus, the Drive thrus... and calorie laden coffees at Starbucks

[@eugeniebreida1583]

I would listen to Satchin Panda, Saulk Institute premier circadian rhythm guru. For health, breakfast (food) 1-1.5 hrs after rising, dinner 3-5 hours before one’s 10p bedtime. Lunch optional, can be very light if wanting reduced weight/cal restriction. I have no doubt Jason also bows to the genius of Sachin Panda❤

[@peggyhinds1339]

There are a lot of studies coming out showing intermittent fasting but with circadian rhythm, so you eat breakfast and lunch and no dinner or something like soup.

[@ls-888]

​@@eugeniebreida1583grew up in Eastern Europe, we ate main meal at noon ( 5 course meal,yes desert,yes bread,bread,bread+ butter,polenta,lard,etc.) where shops close for a couple of hours (siesta) so families come together. Breakfast was not the most important meal,we didn't eat at school, and ate very little in the evening hours,if at all ( it was not a get together meal)

[@susanfreeman6350]

This is such an important and illuminating video. No hype or frantic gesticulation… just facts. I laughed out loud at Dr. Fung’s analogy of storing firewood for the winter and then chopping up and burning your sofa. It’s still deeply troubling to me how misinformed the medical community is regarding metabolic illness. Thanks for a great video.

[@darlingdear2687]

The reason why a body would burn muscle instead of fat is because muscle is a metabolically active tissue and requires additional energy. It is conceivable that a body would burn muscle for glucogen because it is trying to reduce amount of tissue that is asking for extra calories and muscle glycogenesis will produce glucose, which is more preferable by the body, especially for those who are metabolically inflexible

[@wearemorphus]

We loved that analogy too.

[@wearemorphus]

You're welcome! I am so happy to hear you enjoyed it. ~ Andrea

[@zorinaganpaul1598]

​@@darlingdear2687that only happens when the body goes into starvation mode ie no more body fat to use for energy 😊

[@darlingdear2687]

@@zorinaganpaul1598 or your body has a metabolic impairment and isn't flexible switching between fuels, or because by dumping metabolically active tissue it decreases it's BMR

[@rosalindarcher6060]

Back I come!!!! Did so well on low carbs and IF (even if I had to be fairly drastic about it). Lost pretty much 3 stone in 4 months. Then I let slip and spent the next 6 months breaking all the good habits and undoing all my progress. Self sabotage. SO annoying. Anyway. Starting again. Wish me luck…

[@awakeningtobehuman]

I’m over 40 and I followed the advice of a doctor who does not recommend fasting for periods of time during the month/cycle. It didn’t work for me. For me intermittent fasting works when I do it all the time. The moment I prolong my eating window, I don’t feel good, I don’t have as much energy and I put on weight easily. However, what worked for me is eating way more healthy fats and no processed carbs. I think it is so important to listen to the advice but try and test to see what works for us individually.

[@Itzaofficiallyme]

Dr. Mindy pelz. She’s great too, but yes… that doesn’t work for everyone. I agree.

[@oambitiousone7100]

Standard docs follow the governments recommendations, which have made us fatter!

[@montsmall9691]

I'm really glad you shared your experience ---of not isolating the fasting to only certain parts of the cycle. It helps the rest of us to know that maybe we can fast throughout the whole month too!!

[@awakeningtobehuman]

She is not one of those. Her knowledge and advice helped me tremendously and it is thanks to her I made many dietary changes I am benefiting from. There are only certain aspects in what she advises that don't work me@@oambitiousone7100

[@Gingerinthesouth]

I agree! I am post meno and I’ve had to find what works with my fasting I can’t seem to lose weight when I’m not doing IF and if I open my window too early I’m eating too much so I like a 4-6 hour eating window

[@craftykez]

I went to see my gp about the weight I've put on. 125kg. Who told me I was eating too much and not exercising enough. I honestly don't eat that much. Iasked to see a nutritionist. I kept a food diary. I was brutally honest with the diary. The nutritionist said the problem isn't in my diet. Went back to the gp was told flat out I lied in the diary. I left that gp office because of that interaction with the gp. Cause I may be many things but I'm not a liar

[@NataliePrigoone]

Hormones. That doctor sucks.

[@MarijkeWillemsen990]

I can relate to that! Avoid almost all carbs and sugars. Try keto, keep your insulin level way down, then you will loose weight! Insulin is the fat storage hormone and it also prevents the release of fat from your fat stores. You cant store and unstore at the same time. Its not a question of calories and excersise, hormones dictate what happens with your food. See also dr. Ben Bikman and others about this. With fasting your insulin level also drops a lot.

[@tatimiracy]

You put on 125kg of what? 🤔

[@tatimiracy]

O can relate to that too but I am 13 kg over, and I did spent a year eating whatever I wanted after I beat cancer, wasn't wise though as now I carry the extra kilos and really struggle to loose it off 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@deniselumsden6738]

It can be difficult to maintain your fast when you have to prepare food for other people. Easier when you can stay away from the smell of food

[@wearemorphus]

That makes sense Denise. Can you keep a cup of herbal tea next to you and sip on it when you feel hungry during your fast?

[@MelFlagg]

This is so true. Especially if you have to taste the food for seasoning purposes. This is why I can't fast for longer than 18hrs. I have to cook dinner for the family, and always end up accidently tasting the food to make sure the seasoning is right and that of course breaks my fast.

[@kymberlybade1480]

Andrea, what makes this podcast excellent was your topic, your guest, and the way you allowed your guest to speak (so many dont).

[@wearemorphus]

Thank you so much Kymberly. That feedback means a lot to me!! I will make sure I continue to do so in all my interviews. Appreciate the feedback. xo ~ Andrea

[@SpiralMystic]

“The body doesn’t run on calories, it runs on hormones” Eating changes our hormones (fat storing). Fasting changes our hormones (fat using). Hold onto this.

[@wearemorphus]

Love that you took this away from our interview.💙

[@michelleduncan9965]

Indeed - hold on to this! I'm a retired RN & have heard tons of Dr Fung's videos. They are easy to grasp & factual. What he teaches WORKS ... if, if, if ONE WILL CONSISTENTLY DO IT !

[@LS-ob2jw]

Thank you, Dr. Fung, for not littering your talks with ads and sponsors. Love your work!

[@wearemorphus]

Thank you.

[@lzrd8460]

Dr Gundry has a theory about hunger & cravings. He says it’s the bad bacteria (aka, lectins) in our body that ‘tells’ the brain it wants bad food. If we eat a low lectin diet, the cravings will go away and our brains will crave good foods. This has been my experience. Fasting for only a few days gives me loads of energy and the cravings are gone. That combined with intermittent fasting ( I fast for 20 hours a day, eating one snack and a full meal within the remaining four hours) keeps me feeling wonderful. Funny, when you do I.F. You don’t even think about food! Amazing!

[@michelleduncan9965]

I agree lzrd. Gundry teaching us to avoid leptins in our diet is vital.

[@helenabaptistar1681]

Excellent enjoyed it immensely

[@leahnichol6665]

I fasted for 5 days straight once. I lost my appetite about day 3. The reason I broke the fast was my lack of hunger frightened me. ( I was doing this alone.) I am so glad to understand the hormonal responses around eating. I am so looking forward to implementing this in my life. 😊

[@staciez]

I did a 5 day fast too, it’s not that difficult and I felt so amazing after!

[@gsmblue-uk7lb]

Hi I would like to try that too. Can i ask if you felt dizzy or weak during your 5 days fasting? and is it possible to have workouts too? tnks!

[@leahnichol6665]

@@gsmblue-uk7lb I was in my early 20s, so take that into account. I did not change anything else in my life except not eating and having extra time to do things. I am not an athletic person, but I was doing yoga and aikido at the time. I hope that helps.

[@smarandadominte]

​@@gsmblue-uk7lbIf you feel weak take some salt/magnesium/potassium in the water... Or apple cider vinegar/lemon juice (real not from a bought bottle). It's enough! I made 19 days, 14 days of water fast and feel awesome ! Even dryfast but it's mooore difficult.

[@Carolinec222]

What fluids do you drink during your fast?

[@shobhagopal9265]

In our Indian culture we always go for IF every 15 days. Was practiced for more than thousands of years

[@robinemmons9674]

I just love that he says "Stupid" a lot and its so on point. Dr. Fung is the rea deal and im here for all of it! 😂

[@wearemorphus]

I know. Funny!! lol

[@happygirl65]

Yes!!

[@theraptureisnearbelieveinj448]

I started OMAD (23/1 schedule) since 9/1. Lost 12 lbs so far, and I’ve been eating bread, wine, fruit shakes, veggies, meat, and a few or more desserts within my feeding window. Once I’m full, I stop. No calorie counting, and I’m a woman over 50. I’m sure I’ll have to cut back more as time goes on, but I’m happy with my results so far, cause I haven’t given up anything. I also have coffee with stevia and creamer in the morning. I also used to take hypothyroid med for 15 years, and stopped taking it the last couple years. I’m thinner now than when I was on the med! Best wishes to everyone that chooses fasting and good health! 😊

[@fionab1371]

Thank you for posting this! I’m 52 and this menopause weight is not budging! I’m giving Omad a try. ❤🤞🏽

[@theraptureisnearbelieveinj448]

@@fionab1371 Last month was my first month on OMAD, so for this second month, after doing some reading online, I’m gonna switch it up to M, W, F meal at dinnertime, and T, Th, Sa meal at lunchtime. I guess Sundays can be whatever you want. We can do this! 💪💪

[@viviennebolton4358]

I like OMAD too and have dropped all the refined foods, so no fruit shakes, sugar, sugar replacement and bread, pasta etc , just healthy food and have lost 30lbs and feel wonderful! Fasting is wonderful isn't it?

[@bethschrader2974]

Did you stop your thyroid medicine without dr knowing?

[@patedwards8844]

Doing same for 2 wks now, eating what I want. Will begin to incorporate healthy foods and less carbs, while staying OMAD. Cheap & convenient.

[@AnitaCorbett]

Always good to hear a recap from you Dr Fung ‼️👍

[@allyc8904]

Walking for 10-20 after eating can also blunt the insulin spike, according to the woman who wrote Metabolic Revolution. She also lists the Apple cider vinegar drink before meals and having a veggie appetizer before dinner.

[@wearemorphus]

Yes walking after you eat can really help. I interviewed Carol Johnston who wrote 2 papers on vinegar blunting the insulin spike after eating. You can watch it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pGmvlHeOpcapg7csi=WVa9_NQG8fywSzKV.

[@shearwatereco4722]

Maybe talk about why people are fat in the first place? Find the root causes of obesity and depression and fix those. IF can be dangerous. Our bodies need nutrition. Over eating and eating at the wrong times is the problem together with laziness. Get enough exercise and a balanced diet, step away from your TV and phone and practice mindfulness and connect with nature. There's no need to IF or any other FAD. Yes it's a FAD.

[@Cynt-hia59]

@@shearwatereco4722 : whatever but I does make you lose weight, gain more energy, clear your mind, help with depression and so on... so, call it a fad, I still love it.

[@pielukas]

​@@shearwatereco4722..this must be one of the oldest fad on the planet since from the beginning of time people have always fasted. One reason why the word BREAKFAST exist...to break a fast.

[@brendafarris7350]

Thank you! That was truly an amazing interview. I learned so much

[@PREPPYS_AREAWESOME]

Fantastic! Finally I’m able to get the information I haven’t been able to get from podcasts before because there is so much conversation that I don’t have time or patience for. This is great snd I appreciate the interviewer so much. Great questions and great information from Dr. Fung.

[@TeresaMichelle1970]

Hands down the best interview on intermittent fasting I’ve heard!

[@silviasanchez1475]

I noticed how the interviewer kept asking Dr. Fung about fasting & impacts on menopausal women, but wasn't getting really concrete answers. Who you really need to interview is Dr. Mindy Peltz, author of "Fasting Like A Girl". Not only is she brilliant and has charisma/charm for days, but she's also a 50+ year old woman.

[@wearemorphus]

I have interviewed Mindy in the past. I will reach out to her again. Thanks for the suggestion! ~ Andrea, Co-founder, www.wearemorphus.com

[@cinders302]

Agreed. They both offer knowledge on the subject with a lot of crossover, and yes, Dr. Mindy does focus on women and our hormones compared to men

[@Marie.b]

This is the comment I was searching for!

[@user-mw6vk1bk1r]

Yes, no answer about menopausal fasting.

[@rp2736]

Jason is awesome I have followed his journey with fasting and his books are great. Seeing him on your show has inspired me to restart my previous intermittent fasting. I use to be part of his Facebook community which I would recommend it’s hugely motivating and supportive.

[@katerandall4351]

Bravo, Andrea! My first time visiting Morpheus and you’re interviewing my favourite Canadian Doctor! Thanks for asking the great questions and letting him speak :)

[@jazfamilia575]

I am so glad I found your channel today. You asked all the right questions and most importantly: allowed the expert the time to answer without interruptions. Can’t wait to watch your other videos. This one of the best videos I have watched of Doctor Fung, thanks to you😊

[@felicepatel4875]

I love the easy to understand way that he explains everything

[@wearemorphus]

Agreed! He is super down to earth and makes learning fun. Happy you enjoyed our interview. xo

[@kquestvision7248]

This was a great interview!!! Your questions were perfect…thank you! Newly subscribed!

[@wearemorphus]

Thank you so much for the positive feedback. I really appreciate it! Welcome. xo ~ Andrea, Host and Co-founder, www.wearemorphus.com

[@Joy-MinderSolutions-mc8wi]

Fantastic interview! Thank you! I’ve shared it quite a bit already, even while watching 🥰

[@wearemorphus]

Thank you for much Joy! Appreciate you helping us to educate women in this phase of life.

[@hereticsaint100]

I'm a female in my thirties. I do intermittent fasting with a 1 to 3 hour eating window most days. It's much easier to keep it this compressed for me. Otherwise I'm tempted to overeat. I do a lot of physical activity, and I never see any problem with my energy levels.

[@sheriserrano9599]

Yes, Dr.Fung❤ I lost 15 lbs and inches that I didn’t keep track of.. Because I didn’t realize how well this worked for me… 69 years old..

[@wearemorphus]

So great to hear Sheri! Thanks for sharing.

[@SoulNavigation]

Hi! Great video! I don’t see where you linked any of the videos that you spoke about linking. I don’t see Dr. Fung’s videos linked… I just see his books. Could you maybe add that to your description so we could all click his referred to videos. That would be so nice. Thank you for a great and informative interview. It was wonderful to learn so much!

[@terriclinton2923]

Excellent interview. Loved the relavant, educational information regarding hormones and fasting styles.

[@wearemorphus]

I am so happy to hear that Terri. I appreciate the feedback. ~ Andrea Donsky, Cofounder, www.wearemorphus.com

[@taradodson8097]

Thank you Dr Fung for your message. 🎉

[@wearemorphus]

🙂

[@rachelcochran5092]

Oh thank you for this … perimenopause hit pretty hard and then menopause I was not prepared. I’ve gained so much weight and need this .

[@jheniferjohnson7487]

I'm watching in hope that he discusses cortisol in regards to fasting, especially in Menopause.

[@Gingerinthesouth]

Great job on interview this was a good one thanks I’m a big Dr Fung fan and of you now too! ❤

[@wearemorphus]

Thank you so much Ginger! That is very sweet of you to say. I appreciate the kind words.💙 ~ Andrea, Co-founder www.wearemorphus.com

[@ashsara9233]

Thank you for highlighting the connection between menopause and food. ❤

[@wearemorphus]

You are welcome! 💙

[@fittythree7739]

I loved intermittent fasting I lost all of the weight I wanted to. My one takeaway in hindsight is that it’s really important to make sure that you get all of your necessary nutrients during your eating window. I got so used to the fasting and I did it for almost a year About 9 months in I noticed I had quite a bit of hair shedding. I suspect I wasn’t getting all of the nutrients I needed even tho I was eating great and the long term practice might have become a little too stressful for my body. I was also getting really bad hot flashes suddenly . I’ve since backed off and just started eating three meals a day again. My hair is growing back and my weight is still good. Hot flashes are gone. I still think intermittent fasting is a great tool. I think I would have not done it as long and perhaps paid more careful attention that I was fitting in enough nutrients.

[@carinahotzel4996]

Thank you for sharing. This is very helpful for me

[@sharonmccarthy586]

This happened to me and its because fasting can cause oestrogen fluctuation. Also fat stores oestrogen. Less oestrogen = less hair.

[@jewelrystoragesolutions]

Can you share your fasting protocol that you did and what you typically eat in a day. I’m 54 and have hard time to loose belly fat. Also I’m in menopause 😔.thank you.

[@ourfunnyfamilySD]

I have heard that for some eating breakfast, skipping LUNCH and eating dinner made the difference in giving the body plenty of time to digest both meals. (Instead of only eating lunch and dinner).

[@dilletanteproprietor]

I was in the same boat..I went strict keto for 2 weeks..then 3wks of OMAD..at noon..I would stuff myself with 7 C of organic greens topped with Avacado..eggs..peanuts..cheese..homemade mayo dressing..it took three days for me to be ok with OMAD..I did that for 2 weeks..did a 36hr fast with ZERO stress..coffee only...water with lemon. I lost 25lbs and felt great...now I do 18/6 intermittent fasting and still losing..feel great..2x ek HIIT..im 55 post menopause

[@jackiefox7326]

Love Dr Fung. I hang on every word he says. 😊

[@wearemorphus]

I like him too. He is also a nice man.🙂

[@lorineely6921]

This was so absolutely amazing. Informative and inspiring. Thank you. I do wish he’d speak more about post menopausal especially surgical menopause.

[@alifewithluna4134]

Turning 36 was tough for me. I put on an additional 35 pounds on top of being overweight and the weight is NOT coming off. I’m putting all of Dr. Fung’s guidelines immediately into practice

[@jboy9995]

Hey! When I turned 37, I all of a sudden became overweight. I never had to worry about dieting, or any of that, all my life... even during all 3 of my pregnancies. It all caught up to me in my late 30s. I just figured, well I'm old now so I guess it is what it is. WRONG. I just turned 43 in July, and that is when I decided it was time to actually try and change. So on October 16th, it will be exactly 3 months since I started. As of yesterday, I have lost 32 pounds. I started with completely cutting out all pop. After a week or 2, I started eating a lot better. Then I started working out 30 to 40 minutes every single day. After I was used to all of that is when I started the fasting. I started with 12 hrs, then slowly worked up to 16. I just am now doing 18 hrs a day, started this week. Start with one thing at a time so it is not so overwhelming. It really actually does work! Also, you should check out "growwithjo" on KZbin and try her workouts. They are so easy but do effective!!! I can't wait to see what I will look like in another 2 months! It is so exciting, and not too hard, if I can do it, trust me, anyone can. You got this!

[@juliecallahan]

Any update? I’m rooting for you!

[@alifewithluna4134]

@@juliecallahan lost 10 lbs!

[@TMB-B10M]

36 was tough for me too. I’m 42 now and ballooned up to 250 pounds in the last 6 year. But with ketovore and IF, I have lost 65 pounds in 7 months. I’m starting to feel like myself again.

[@amyoppenheim2711]

Please keep us posted so we can support you ❤

[@lindaisrael6379]

Thank you Dr Fung sharing your voice on the subject. What a big help.

[@wearemorphus]

I'm happy you enjoyed the interview.

[@JAspen-xe9nv]

I think that IF is a good idea for most people, but if you already suffer from Insulin resistance, Mitochondria issues, type 2 D, HBP, Chronic Inflammation, Hyperinsulinemia, obesity and all the other problems that come with IR, then intermittent fasting may not enough. It certainly isn't for me. Entering extending states of Autophagy was and still is the only answer for me. I will do IF for a time but then come off for three days for each day on IF. Water-sea salt- unflavored electrolyte only 2 years in, 61 years of age, male, started at 325 lbs, could barely walk, was a walking anytime future heart attack/stroke victim in the making, turned many bio markers around, but it will take years to turn it all around. Now I am 205. BTW, YT has crossed out a lot of my post so they appear to be censoring information that help people get healthy.

[@samanthajones8300]

Very good questions and extremely interesting answers. I had a ton of information on the issues I was always wondering about. Thanks to both of you!

[@wearemorphus]

Thank you so much for your feedback Susan. I really appreciate the kind words. 💙

[@sambochamreun2270]

@wearemorphus I would to see have dr.mindy pelz as your guests about fasting and women hormones

[@janeholden4032]

So informative. You both have really clarified ways & benefits of fasting. Thanks, Jane, nurse & acupuncturist

[@wearemorphus]

Thank you so much Jane. I really appreciate your feedback. That means a lot to me as I interview many people in the health and wellness space. ~ Andrea

[@karend.9218]

Dr. Jason is a great communicator and i love the clear conversation he brings. It makes sense, common sense and seems simple, then you try it, and it is!

[@wearemorphus]

I am happy to hear you enjoyed our interview Karen. I appreciate the kind words. ~ Andrea💙

[@Sherimichelle711]

Mind blown!! This was awesome!! Thank you for the interview Andrea! Thank you Dr. Fung!!

[@wearemorphus]

You're welcome Sheri! Appreciate the kind words. ~ Andrea, Co-founder, www.wearemorphus.com

[@user-ji6rn4xh3v]

I lost 40 pounds since Jan this year. I had a hysterectomy Nov '16. I tried diets, etc. Only IF worked. Thank you, Dr Fung. I have a long way to go but confident that I will make my goal.

[@ccairo1975]

Wow! Nice! Congratulations. What IF schedule did you follow?

[@user-ji6rn4xh3v]

@@ccairo1975 Thanks 🙂 I basically skip breakfast and add in a few one meal a day fasts throughout the week. I try to stay lower carb but I don't have much success with low carb.

[@rose52anne]

Very informative. He answered all my questions about how to eat (ie. the order of eating etc.) that I have not been able to find elsewhere

[@eveward7451]

Look up the Glucose Revolution or Glucose Goddess Jessie will give you the order of eating so your glucose spikes are lower.

[@gmt5664]

that was very helpful. I frequently watch Dr. Fung's videos, but I found this uniquely illuminating, probably because he had the time to explain in depth. thanx.

[@wearemorphus]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate the kind/positive feedback. Thanks for watching! 🙂

[@marnawright6519]

I love how you let him talk. Nice interview ❤️

[@MyFavoriteBedtimeStories]

Even Jillian Michaels says when she goes into menopause, she will simply eat less and move more. So annoying.., this is why social media is ruining our lives.

[@wearemorphus]

The key is finding experts you trust who are IN menopause so they know first hand what's working. Thanks for sharing.

[@DragonMagick]

Jillian Michael's makes money on the fitness industry, so it's not surprising she says that. Wonder if she's still saying that 😂

[@mjono4632]

Best explanation ever!! TY

[@wearemorphus]

I'm so happy to hear you enjoyed our interview. I will pass along your comment to Dr. Fung. 💙

[@kasko8550]

Very good question!!

[@candecarro]

Great video. Thank you. I can listen to Dr Fung all day long. His content is great. He doesn’t complicate things.

[@wearemorphus]

You’re welcome. I agree. He’s easy to listen to.

[@SenkayHair]

Thank you so much for posting this video. Loved it ❤ such great information

[@wearemorphus]

Awww! Thank you.

[@nancysmith-baker1813]

Thankyou very helpful .

[@wearemorphus]

You are so welcome! Thank you for watching. xo

[@marlenesmith8734]

Great conversation, no hype just information.

[@wearemorphus]

Thank you. 💙

[@digimom82]

No one talks about SURGICAL MENOPAUSE. My sister at 40 and me at 46. I had been in peri 😂menopausal for 6+ yrs prior. I was on bio identical estradiol, no progesterone or testosterone. During the yrs for the last 7 years, no hormones. Too many issues to talk about but please add us into the mix!!

[@wearemorphus]

Hi. I've done a few interviews on surgical menopause. Here they are: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y3q3n2mwetNnbposi=jQg7_bCHeGV0CxTT and: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZiccnurg9-gfZY. I will be doing more as well. 💙

[@kahleleclemons510]

This do for always keep me in my ties about fasting I’ve lost 30 lbs fasting. I was close to being pre diabetic and because of my reading his book the obesity code I started water fasting after researching old pubmed articles . I said let me tryi it amd I lost some weight amd I felt great went back to check my sugar again and my bp was high . The doctor was too amazed . I just said look up doctor Jason Fung and you can answer your own question . Thank you Doctor I respect you soo much .

[@katjahefington1837]

Great information. Very powerful!!!!

[@suefidler3472]

Great talk, love dr fung and his humour and sarcasm. I have a question.. somebody (who fasts) said the had been told regular longer fasts (36+) weren’t good for menopausal women because they could rank our hormones. Have you seen anything about that?

[@wakeuplittlesusie176]

That was wonderful , excellent questions!! I feel empowered to add in OMAD MWF. TMAD rest of the week. It’s all about the hormonal response, 💡!

[@wearemorphus]

Thank you for much Susie! I appreciate your kind words. Let me know how it works for you. 🙂

[@madelinemelocriollo1092]

I love Dr. J. Fung ❤ Great content. Thank you for this video

[@wearemorphus]

Happy you enjoyed it!

[@hassiearaya8024]

This is very interesting most of my family do this they are from Costa Rica and my dad this for years thanks DR I’m going to buy your books

[@judiseibold9119]

I was had been IF for about a year and was told that because of my age (58) that it was not a good idea because of my hormones, or lack of…hoping that this issue is addressed

[@belindatibe7958]

Got this too!!super informative Im 46yrs old and im having my menopause experience already due to removal of my left ovary 4yrs ago so i have no menstrual cycle that long period of time struggle of it all sweating at night terrible cold in summer and all emotional roller coster that i don’t understand were it came from hayyy woman😊 thanks for this interview

[@wearemorphus]

You are welcome Belinda! Feel free to check out my other interviews on the topic of menopause and perimenopause. 💙

[@wearemorphus]

Hi Belinda. I am happy to hear you enjoyed our interview. I have many videos on our page about menopause so please check them out and let me know if you have any questions. xo ~ Andrea

[@letadeley8724]

I would have liked to have heard Dr Fung’s opinion on the notion of zero calories spiking cortisol in perimenopausal women. Raised cortisol also = fat storage

[@somayehmoza]

KZbin Dr. Mindy Pelz. She covers that. Also, her book “Fast like a girl”

[@CL-he4jz]

yes exactly... when in peri- men I had a lot of success with i.f., lost 60lbs ish, it came back on after holding fairly easily for couple years or longer. I started moving twds menopause, had some success again with proper keto/ OMAD and finger stick testing ( ketone/ glucose). I did want to get back to where I had been b4 lockdowns ( I had given up a couple exercise classes a week, I used to pay for). I did dr Boz style 3 day fasts for 15 weeks, ( 72 hrs fasts in each week for 8, then 36 to 48hrs in the next 7 weeks) got right down again... but then started to add carbs. this was bcos I had extreme anxiety! ( which carbs solved). I think its a cortisol issue... you need cortisol to make ketones, am I right?). anyway, I also had some hair loss in those fasts, I think it was too often for the 72 hr ones. since then, I noticed I started with anxiety even going beyond 24hrs. ( maybe the body goes " uh-oh, not that again?!") so yes, I'm menopausal now, maybe something cortisol-y was going on. I fast easily, (sometimes fatty coffee or just mct c8), more usually black coff, and acv with fizzy water ( salt, sometimes half lemon juice). studied paleo, primal blueprint etc for years since being a lo fat dieter in 80s, learnt from dr fung's books, mark sisson, phinney & volek, delauer, Berry, boz, mason, dr mindy, Anna cabeca etc etc. have done cgm for 1.5 months just now... walking seemed to flatten it, and general lowering, along with low GI real food omad or 2mad

[@wearemorphus]

I asked Dr. Fung for a follow up interview so I will ask him when we speak again. Stay tuned... xo

[@wearemorphus]

@@CL-he4jz Thanks for sharing your experience with us. I too am in menopause.

[@SpiralMystic]

High cortisol is a big issue for me (anxiety, insomnia). Prolonged fasts I can’t sleep. We’re warned - no sleep, you’ll store fat!

[@leannet3854]

You ask great questions as an interviewer.

[@wearemorphus]

Thank you so much Leanne! That means a lot to me. I try! 💙 ~ Andrea xo

[@Dreblueskies]

I very much enjoyed this interview, thank you.

[@wearemorphus]

You're welcome.

[@CVT2332]

I am looking forward to re-implementing this tool into my daily routine. I can't remember why I ever stopped [perimenopausal; no cessation]. Thank you for providing the platform for Dr Fung to share his wealth of information. God Bless you both. Be well.

[@wearemorphus]

Thank you so much! You're welcome. I have a ton of videos on menopause on my page and on my podcast, Menopause Reimagined.💙

[@2757127571]

So true. Fasting is amazing. I have done many different fasts. A 40-day was my longest, and, yes, after day 3, it was smooth sailing. I never felt hungry, continued working out(CrossFit 3x/wk, weight training, walks) and never lost muscle. In fact, I hit a few PRs. Yes, I lost some weight, but the best part was all the healing: improved eyesight, mental clarity, eliminated inflammation in joints, increased sense of hearing and taste, felt happy and could focus better. It didn't touch my sleep, though... still at about 4 hrs/night...

[@jaleneellis-weigand2310]

Dr. Fung’s work has changed my life! Also Fast. Feast. Repeat. By Gin Stephens is my fasting guide. I’m forever thankful for Dr. Fung & Gin ! I lost all my post menopausal weight and reversed my Hashimoto thyroid disease. ❤

[@elizabethconroy7665]

Thanks Doctors Had Premature Ovarian Failure aged 39 On HRT ,highly effective Am on intermittent for 10 years and it works well for me Am maintaining 58 kilos at 5ft 6 inches Combined with lots of walking All the best

[@wearemorphus]

Hi Elizabeth. I am sorry to hear you went through that. I'm happy to hear IF is working well for you. xo ~ Andrea

[@NEC73B]

How much do you walk?

[@RV-there-Yet]

It's so interesting how different our bodies can be. For instance, I'm also 5'6", yet at 58 kilos I look & feel too thin. My body is most comfortable at 64-65 kilos, which I used to think was far too much! During my teens & 20's, I was 57-58k, yet after having children, my entire body shape changed. When I look at photos then & now, I truly do look about the same size, overall ~ except my hips & bust are slightly curvier, & waist is a little smaller. I also wear the same dress & pant size then & now. During peri-meno, then menopause, I put on 20 kilos~ errggh! Thankfully, I learned about IF & low carb/higher fat eating, though it took almost 2 yrs to get back to that 65k. I had been extremely low fat/highfiber for decades w/no issues. It wasn't until the hormones began to shift that everything changed. Knowing what I do now, I can say I'm grateful for all of it! The human body is amazing, & will teach us much~ if we're willing to listen. =) ~Samantha in NV/USA

[@utadmm]

Thks a lot with all info which I am trying to find out while I just started IF last 2 wks ago when I reach to 65 yr. As a lady, IF is v attractive to me. Really appreciated. ❤

[@wearemorphus]

You are so welcome! I am 53, in menopause, and I love IF. I hope it works well for you. Please keep me posted.

[@sunitamarie1086]

Thankyou Dr Fung.

[@wearemorphus]

💙

[@denimb2024]

Our hero !!!!!! ❤

[@AS-yh6xu]

Such great break down! Thank you. Doing min fasting for a year now, ready to go more into it. Thank you!

[@wearemorphus]

Thank you for sharing!

[@valm3041]

I agree. I tried the no fasting at certain times of the month method too for 3 months. It was not what worked for me other than it straightened out my sleep issues. Weight loss is still very important to me so I'm going back to what did help me lose 130#. OMAD with carbs below 20 net.

[@sardnamcelroy7550]

What a great interview, I have watched so many interviews by other people with Dr Fung & they keep interrupting him, thanks for covering all key areas that impact woman’s health.thanks 🙏

[@wearemorphus]

Thank you so much for the positive feedback Sardna. That makes me really happy! I try my best to let my guests talk and pipe in when I can. 💙 ~ Andrea, Co-founder www.wearemorphus.com

[@zee-aaliyah]

I noticed this also!! I had soooo much appreciation for her simply listening and letting him get whole lessons out. Whew!! ❤️

[@cassandragreene5182]

I agree. Thank you for being a terrific hostess and letting your guest be the star performer. 5 stars to you!

[@aliciashick5906]

I enjoyed this very much. He touched on Hashimotos a bit but I’d like to know if a prolonged fast, or IF is safe if you no longer have a thyroid and are on hormone replacement. TY ❤

[@JoannCarlisto]

Excellent interview! Thank you!

[@wearemorphus]

Thank you so much! ~ Andrea, Co-founder www.wearemorphus.com

[@nfyoutube]

Thank you my dear I'm so happy I stumbled upon your show. Dr. Fung is always on target

[@wearemorphus]

You're welcome! Appreciate the kind words. I hope you watch my other interviews.

[@davamckay]

The Fungster!!! The OG of Fasting! Dr Fung is the best !😊

[@wearemorphus]

He really is! I loved interviewing him.

[@delilahmilne7373]

Love Dr. Fung and very good questions from Andrea.

[@wearemorphus]

Thank you so much Delila. I really appreciate the kind words about my interview skills. xo ~ Andrea

[@whoknows6290]

Wonderful interview. I absolutely love dr. Fung, he knows what he’s talking about. Thank you for such a wonderful video. I’m a 52 yr old woman, who’s going through perimenopause with all the changes that I sometimes don’t even understand. I just started intermittent fasting and I love it, although it’s definitely very hard at first. Would you make a video about the types of vitamins we should be taking in this stage of our lives. Thank you for letting dr. Fung talk and not interrupt him. Very well done. Thank you.

[@wearemorphus]

Thank you so much for your feedback on the interview and my interview style. Much appreciated! Yes, I can make a video on what supplements to take. My website has a lot of information as well: www.wearemorphus.com. xo

[@jenmdawg]

I started low carb/high fat with occasional IF at 47. I lost all the weight, reversed all my health conditions, stabilized my moods, got my brain back, sleep great and have all the energy I need. That I had to do this against my doctors advice is tragic and most women my age think I have “great genes”.

[@michellelofblad8575]

Well stated

[@annettehubbard329]

This guy makes a lot of sense!!!👍🏽

[@wearemorphus]

Agreed! We love Dr. Fung.

[@annettehubbard329]

@@wearemorphus Correction: Dr. Fung makes a lot of sense!!! 👍🏽

[@SharonVarner-op1vr]

Thanks...this was great!!!

[@annann3560]

Thanks 4 the info ❤it

[@wearemorphus]

You are welcome Anna. 💙

[@orapronobis2149]

August 8 2023 Maryland: Andrea and Dr Fung this is the very first an informative talk of intermittenting fasting I have found so sensible and demistifying some of the nonsese out there. I just started with the intermittent fasting a month ago and found as noted it is flexible, free and makes sense. Thank you, Andrea, for having a professional to this discussion.

[@wearemorphus]

Thank you so much Bernadette! That is so kind of you to say. I'd love to hear how your IF journey progresses. Keep me posted. xo ~ Andrea

[@ES-bn1bi]

Great interview! Dr. Fung is the best. He’s an independent thinker who is courageous enough to share his ideas. I hope his thinking becomes mainstream one day.

[@wearemorphus]

He really is great. I hope so too. ~ Andrea

[@karenohanlon4183]

Jason Fung cuts through all the myths. He is the expert on fasting. His books are so full of common sense. This way of losing weight makes so much sense. I understand that if your on a lot of meds you may have difficulty as the medication itself will need adjustment. But that is a good thing. I would prefer to fasting to medicines. Love this talk.

[@claudia-B.]

I love Dr. Jason Fung and Dr. Pradip Jamnadas 🙏

[@awake13830]

One positive of IF is the possibility of resolving health issues, some of which you may be taking medication for. Until this happens, do you just change the time you take the medications that require to be taken with food? Is there a danger in changing the time medication is taken?

[@punampatel1119]

I am doing since November I am a small person so it’s not make much difference but my health report came out so good so it’s working for me

[@wearemorphus]

Fantastic to hear! I am so happy to hear about the health report...that really shows you the power of IF.

[@LondonSunflower]

This doctor is a Genius. I can listen to him all day, as a profesor he might be the best

[@wearemorphus]

Same! He is great. ~ Andrea, Co-founder of www.wearemorphus.com