In this interview, Andrea Donsky, nutritionist, Menopause Researcher, Menopause Educator, and co-founder of Morphus, talks with Mark Mattson, PhD, about the science behind intermittent fasting's fantastic health benefits. Matt is a Neuroscientist and Adjunct Professor at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. His research focuses on neuroplasticity, brain aging, and neurodegenerative disorders. Morphus Menopause Research Surveys https://wearemorphus.com/pages/research-surveys   Doctors Visits Survey https://forms.gle/w3cksHc6mt2v7GNu9  Morphus Supplements for Perimenopause and Menopause https://bit.ly/3QpGyxl 1:52 Exploring the benefits of intermittent fasting through the scientific research of Mark Mattson 11:41 The varieties of intermittent fasting and what to expect 14:42 Debunking the myth: Is breakfast really the most important meal? 18:05 The synergistic benefits of exercise and fasting for health and mood 19:54 Unlocking the brain-boosting power of exercise, fasting, and BDNF (Brain-derived neurotrophic factor) 26:26 The relationship between intermittent fasting and muscle-building 35:06 Fasted exercise: Unlocking the benefits for fitness and fat loss 39:46 The spectrum of fasting durations and how to make fasting a sustainable habit 45:56 The weight management benefits of intermittent fasting and how autophagy (cell waste cleanup) works 49:30 Understanding individual variations in response to fasting based on age and biology 53:20 Understanding what breaks a fast and tips for successful fasting 55:58 Fasting and its neuroprotective effects and advice on alcohol consumption Morphus Menopause Research Surveys https://wearemorphus.com/pages/research-surveys  Doctors Visits Survey https://forms.gle/w3cksHc6mt2v7GNu9  Morphus Supplements for Perimenopause and Menopause https://bit.ly/3QpGyxl More information on Intermittent Fasting: Intermittent Fasting 101: What You Need to Know with Dr. Jason Fung https://youtu.be/n4KEqMI4Yu0?si=FjbN4zdIMsEnBtxD The Benefits of Intermittent Fasting in Perimenopause and Menopause with Dr.  Jemecia Braxton https://youtu.be/H1HHQdhvmzs?si=Pn4_82dL9T2iaQ65  Your Body on Intermittent Fasting with Dr. Mindy Pelz https://youtu.be/iM0eN023bWY?si=fJ0EoNOjOyxVbO_Q  Mark's Books: The Intermittent Fasting Revolution: The Science of Optimizing Health and Enhancing Performance https://amzn.to/4d93zOb Sculptor and Destroyer: Tales of Glutamatethe Brain's Most Important Neurotransmitter https://amzn.to/3xQKnoh ====== 🦋 SUBSCRIBE to our email list: https://bit.ly/3DJFkH0 ✅ Fill out our surveys & help further menopause RESEARCH: https://bit.ly/45eTlrr Join our Wearemorphus PRIVATE Facebook group: https://bit.ly/2MsxBBf Morphus Supplements: https://wearemorphus.com/collections/all ====== FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: MORPHUS ▸ TIKTOK | @andreadonsky | https://bit.ly/2VMgiDK ▸ Instagram | @wearemorphus | https://bit.ly/367EfWU ▸ Facebook | /wearemorphus | https://bit.ly/2MsxBBf ▸ X | @wearemorphus | https://bit.ly/3RZt4qf ANDREA DONSKY ▸ instagram | @andreadonsky | https://bit.ly/2T9HojG DISCLAIMER: This content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or healthcare provider. This podcast contains affiliate links, (if you click on any of the product links,) Morphus will receive a small commission. Thank you so much for your support!