Episode #151 In this episode, Nadia and Terri discuss fasting when post menopausal. They share some information about how fasting at this stage may vary from when pre or peri-menopausal. Hopefully, you will hear their message affirming that fasting is still effective and possible, despite the change in hormones at this stage in life.  Transcripts of all episodes are available on the Podcast page at www.thefastingmethod.com Please Submit Your Questions for the Q&A episodes here:...

Episode #150 In the first episode of the new Fasting Basics series, Megan Ramos talks about how to eat before you start your fast.  Do you need to be following a ketogenic diet and be in ketosis before you start fasting? Do you need to eat a lot before starting a fast? Tune in to find out the answers to these questions and much more. This new Fasting Basics series will be your definitive guide to how to start fasting, and help you start with ease and confidence.   Transcripts of all...

Episode #149 In this Fasting Q&A episode, hosted by Coach Lisa Chance, Dr. Jason Fung answers questions from the TFM Community: I’ve heard you’ve written an amazing book called, “The Cancer Code.”  I haven’t read it yet, but wanted to hear your thoughts on broccolini being an anti-cancer food.  I understand it contains Sulforaphane, Indole-3-carbinol (I3C), Glucosinolates, Vitamin C, and fiber.  Should I concentrate on cruciferous vegetables, like broccolini, or just work on getting a...

Episode #148 In this week's episode, Terri interviews TFM Community member Mona Boss about her journey and how the support of the community has helped in the process.   Transcripts of all episodes are available on the Podcast page at www.thefastingmethod.com Please Submit Your Questions for the Q&A episodes here: https://bit.ly/TFMPodcastQs Learn More About Our Community: https://www.thefastingmethod.com Join our FREE Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/TFMNetwork Watch Us On YouTube:...

Episode #147 In this Fasting Q&A episode, Megan Ramos answers some of your fasting questions: 1. Do you have any tips for getting better sleep while fasting? (Rose from Edinburgh) [01:57] 2. Is it possible to do a 10-day water fast without medical supervision? How long can one fast without needing medical supervision? (Maria from Toronto) [07:11] 3. When fasting for 36-72 hours, the Quick Guides say to eat lunch and dinner the following day. Is this a requirement or a suggestion as...

Episode #146 In this week’s episode, Terri talks about the important topic of hope.  Tune in to find out why building hope not only helps you on your fasting journey but has a positive impact on other areas of your life as well as reducing anxiety and depression.     Transcripts of all episodes are available at www.thefastingmethod.com on the Podcast page. Learn More About Our Community: https://www.thefastingmethod.com Join our FREE Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/TFMNetwork Watch Us...

Episode #145 In this week’s episode, Nadia interviews a Community member, Steph Dorland, about her journey. Find out how Steph found the TFM Community, and how the group coaching program helped her achieve her NSVs, in particular, improving her gut health, cognitive function and managing stress. The two books Steph talked about are: Super Gut by Dr William Davis  Adrenal Transformation Protocol by Dr Isabella Wentz Transcripts of all episodes are available at www.thefastingmethod.com on...

Episode #144 In this Fasting Q&A episode, hosted by Coach Lisa Chance, Dr. Jason Fung answers questions from the TFM Community: I’ve known for a long time how neuroprotective ketones are for the brain, but, wow, what ketones do for the heart is amazing, especially the failing heart. Could you elaborate, Dr. Fung? [02:15] Do you need to be in ketosis to burn fat and does being in at least a low level of nutritional ketosis help you go into autophagy sooner? [04:39]  Why does it take...

Episode #143 This week, Terri and Daisy share some feedback from the podcast survey that many of you completed recently.  Transcripts of all episodes are available on the Podcast page at www.thefastingmethod.com Submit Your Questions for the Q&A episodes here: https://bit.ly/TFMPodcastQs Learn More About Our Community: https://www.thefastingmethod.com Join our FREE Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/TFMNetwork Watch Us On YouTube: https://bit.ly/TFMYouTube Follow Us on Instagram:...

Episode #142 In this Fasting Q&A episode, Megan answers some of your fasting questions: 1. I’m taking salt but still struggling with the effects of low sodium. What am I doing wrong? [02:01] 2. I’m struggling to do two 48-hour fasts per week, which is my preferred protocol. The first fast is fine but the second one is a real struggle. I need tips! [05:43] 3. I don’t eat keto or low-carb, can fasting work for me? [11:15]  4. I completed a five-day fast but I regained all the weight I...

Episode #141: In this episode, Terri dives into two barriers that can prevent you from reaching your weight-loss or health goals. She talks about how she sees both fear of failure and fear of success either hold people back from really digging into the fasting and eating healthy journey or suddenly derailing, despite getting closer to their goals. Learn More About Our Community: https://www.thefastingmethod.com Join our FREE Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/TFMNetwork Watch Us On YouTube:...

Episode #140: This week, Nadia chats to one of her coaching clients and Community member, Julia Guy, who she describes as the “toughest case of PCOS” she has worked with. Julia is a dental student in her late 20s who started working with Nadia, determined to get her periods back. As a side benefit, she has also lost over 30 pounds, but her main motivation has always been to get the insulin resistance under control and lay the strong health foundations she needs for a happy and healthy life. ...

Episode #139 In this Fasting Q&A episode, Nadia answers some of your fasting questions: 1. Which fasting protocol is best for getting rid of excess skin while you also get rid of excess weight? [01:58] 2. My GP has told me to take medication three times a day. How do I incorporate intermittent fasting into my lifestyle when I have to take meds three times a day? [09:26] 3. I’ve been fasting for two years. I lost 20 pounds the first year but gained 10 back in the second. I try to do...

Episode #138 In this week's episode, Coaches Terri Lance and Bethany Macri discuss ways to manage eating healthily when those around you eat differently. Their discussion helps you navigate intermittent fasting and healthy eating, even though your significant other or loved ones choose to eat things that don't work well for your goals and health. Tune in to learn some great mindset and behaviour tips and strategies to help you navigate Valentine’s Day. Learn More About Our Community:...

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Episode #137 In this episode Nadia and Terri dive deep into why so many of us struggle to make progress and therefore stay stuck in the uncomfortable space of starting/stopping, or how many of us push ourselves so hard that we can't sustain consistently to see the lasting results. Tune in to find out how our brain can sometimes trip us up when it comes to motivation because of its love for novelty, and why so many people start the New Year with good intentions but struggle to maintain that...

Episode #136 In this Fasting Q&A episode, Megan answers some of your fasting questions: 1. What is therapeutic fasting? [01:49] 2. Can I fat fast while following my regular fasting protocol? [05:38] 3. What can I do about feeling cold while fasting? [09:10]  4. Can I have stevia while fasting? [14:03]  5. What is the best time of day to start my fast? [17:27] 6. Can I fast with adrenal fatigue? [19:09] Learn More About Our Community: https://www.thefastingmethod.com Join our FREE...

Episode #135 In this episode, Terri shares a frank discussion about why so many people struggle or don't see the results they are seeking despite fasting. She encourages listeners to honestly reflect on whether their relationship with food may be the obstacle. She offers some suggestions about how you can explore this and turn it around if this is holding you back. Learn More About Our Community: https://www.thefastingmethod.com Join our FREE Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/TFMNetwork ...

Episode #134 In this Fasting Q&A episode, Nadia answers some of your fasting questions: 1. I have IBS-C and a gluten sensitivity, along with ever changing hormones as I am perimenopausal. I’m trying to find the best regimen to help. Of course weight loss would be nice but my main goal is to rid myself of abdominal pains, severe constipation, and nausea. [01:43] 2. My mom has type 2 diabetes  and is taking Metformin. I have convinced her to do at least 16 hours of fasting a day and she...

Episode #133 (#8) WINTER HOLIDAY BREAK While your TFM co-hosts take a couple of weeks to recharge, we hope you enjoy a replay of a previous festive-season episode. In today's episode, Megan and Nadia share their go-to strategies for recovering from holiday off-plan eating.  Find out why fat fasting is the perfect way to set yourself up for success in 2022 and borrow from the gym mindset for getting back up to speed after the holidays. And of course, don't forget the electrolytes. Learn...

Episode #132 In this Bitesize episode, Megan and Nadia answer the question, “Is fasting more. Important than diet?” This Bitesize episode was taken from episode #14 - Fasting Q&A: Dry Fasting, Alcohol, Diet vs Fasting, and Hashimoto’s Listen to the full episode here: https://youtu.be/R8CdI_kUD74 Learn More About Our Community: https://www.thefastingmethod.com Join our FREE Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/TFMNetwork Watch Us On YouTube: https://bit.ly/TFMYouTube Follow Us on...

Episode #131 (#58)  WINTER HOLIDAY BREAK While your TFM co-hosts take a couple of weeks to recharge, we hope you enjoy a replay of a previous festive-season episode. In this episode, Megan and Terri discuss the importance of recognizing that what you do eating and fasting-wise in one holiday week does not make or break your journey, unless you let it.  The two share their experiences working with clients and Commmunity members who focused on the foundational skills and experience very...

Episode #130 If you have ever said to yourself, "This is too hard," this is an episode to help encourage you to change that thought and message to your mind.  Learn More About Our Community: https://www.thefastingmethod.com Join our FREE Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/TFMNetwork Watch Us On YouTube: https://bit.ly/TFMYouTube Follow Us on Instagram: @fastingmethod This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified...

Episode #129                                                                                                     In this episode, Terri focuses on a topic that is not specific to fasting but is integral for so many of us in building new habits and transforming our lives--celebrating ourselves! If you have ever struggled to celebrate you or your accomplishments, this may help get you moving in the right direction. Learn More About Our Community: https://www.thefastingmethod.com Join our...