Fasting has been shown to improve our metabolism, slow disease and potentially increase our life span. While world religions have practiced fasting for millennia, the trend of fasting has soared in popularity in the last decade.
Not all fasts are made equally and there are a lot of different rules to follow. Some purists argue that you’re only allowed water ... Show More
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How to reduce your heart disease, dementia and cancer risk with 12 everyday high-fibre foods | Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall & Prof Sarah Berry
Could 12 everyday high-fibre foods really help lower your risk of heart disease, dementia and some cancers? The world is obsessed with protein, but fewer than 1 in 10 people eat enough fibre. But this year, fiber is making an unexpected comeback. In this episode, legendary chef H ... Show More
1h 1m
Jul 28
Most replayed moment: The surprising science of weight loss | Alan Aragon & Professor Sarah Berry
Today we’re talking about fat loss. For decades, we’ve been chasing the perfect weight loss diet. From Atkins to carnivore, countless trends have promised remarkable results, yet fail the test of time. So how do we cut through the noise and find a formula that actually works? In ... Show More
15m 57s
Jul 23
How to eat sugar without gaining weight (crush your cravings and end energy crashes) | Prof Tim Spector & Prof Sarah Berry
How can you enjoy sugar without gaining weight, fuelling cravings or crashing later in the day? The answer, surprisingly, is not to cut it out. In today’s episode, Professor Tim Spector and Professor Sarah Berry discuss which forms of sugar affect your blood sugar levels most, an ... Show More
1h 1m
Oct 2024
Fasting for Health: What Do We Know? (SNP34)
<p>Fasting has gained immense popularity as a dietary approach, but what does the scientific evidence say about its health benefits?</p> <p>Studies have explored how fasting might influence metabolic markers, energy expenditure, and even aging. However, while fasting shows promis ... Show More
21m 4s
May 2025
What Happens if You Don't Eat For 72 Hours?
Dr. Mindy delves into the science of fasting and explores the incredible benefits your body experiences during a 72-hour fast. In this episode, you will learn about the two metabolisms, the sugar burner and fat burner systems, and how your body transitions between them. Discover ... Show More
20m 22s
Nov 2024
The Truth About Fasting: Separating Fact from Fiction
Fasting: is it a miracle health breakthrough, or just another fad? Dr. Mark Hyman is debunking all the misinformation on fasting’s true effects on your metabolism, muscle, and overall health. You’ll walk away with actionable tips to harness the benefits of fasting safely—no matte ... Show More
42m 49s
Nov 2024
The Truth About Fasting: Separating Fact from Fiction
Fasting: is it a miracle health breakthrough, or just another fad? Dr. Mark Hyman is debunking all the misinformation on fasting’s true effects on your metabolism, muscle, and overall health. You’ll walk away with actionable tips to harness the benefits of fasting safely—no matte ... Show More
46m 49s
Oct 2021
Effects of Fasting & Time Restricted Eating on Fat Loss & Health
This episode I discuss the science and practice of fasting also called time-restricted feeding. I review the data on how limiting food intake to specific portions of every 24-hour cycle (or fasting longer) impacts weight loss, fat loss specifically, liver health, mental focus, mu ... Show More
2h 22m
Aug 2025
Essentials: Effects of Fasting & Time Restricted Eating on Fat Loss & Health
In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I explore intermittent fasting and time-restricted eating, highlighting the positive benefits for weight loss, metabolism, organ health, circadian rhythms and cellular repair. I explain a practical framework for designing a time-restricted ... Show More
44m 11s