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The video discusses research that shows limiting animal protein intake can lead to a longer and healthier life. For example, the Adventist community in Loma Linda, California, where vegans have the longest lifespan and best health span. Even the Calorie Restriction Society, which reduces caloric intake by about 20-25%, benefits from limiting animal protein intake. Animal protein can activate the mTOR energy sensor, leading to an increase in cancer and a decrease in longevity. The video discusses a five-day modified vegan fast and provides instructions for fasting mimicking and intermittent fasting as alternative ways to limit animal protein intake. The speaker even suggests eating animal protein is unnecessary for developing muscle. Beef, lamb, and pork contain a sugar molecule called nu5GC, which can lead to an autoimmune attack on our blood vessels and is also used by cancer cells to shield themselves from detection by our immune system. The speaker acknowledges that going vegan or nearly vegan may not be for everyone but offers tips on limiting animal protein intake through diet.
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Summary of Description:
The Dr. Gundry Podcast discusses how fasting can help you live a longer and healthier life. The podcast explains how a 5-day modified vegan fast, detailed in the Plant Paradox and Longevity Paradox books, can promote longevity without cutting all meat and dairy from your diet. The podcast also offers other fasting alternatives.
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Can Fasting Help You Live a Longer, Healthier Life?
Intermittent fasting is a practice that has been gaining popularity in recent years due to its purported health benefits. Research suggests it can lead to weight loss, lower blood pressure, and improve brain health. But can fasting also help you live a longer, healthier life? Dr. Gundry thinks so. Here, we discuss his 5-day modified vegan fast and how it can promote longevity.
The Benefits of Fasting
Before we dive into the details of Dr. Gundry’s modified vegan fast, let’s look at the benefits of fasting more generally. When you fast, you give your body a break from constantly processing food. This allows it to shift its focus to other important functions, like repair and regeneration.
Additionally, fasting has been shown to trigger autophagy, where your cells break down and recycle damaged proteins. This process can lead to cellular rejuvenation and improved overall health.
Beyond the health benefits, fasting can also be helpful for weight loss. By restricting your eating window, you can naturally reduce your calorie intake without counting every calorie.
The 5-Day Modified Vegan Fast
So what exactly does Dr. Gundry’s modified vegan fast entail? Essentially, it involves eating a vegan diet for five days and limiting your calorie intake to promote the benefits of intermittent fasting. By following a vegan diet, you’re cutting out meat and dairy high in saturated fat and cholesterol.
However, Dr. Gundry emphasizes that you don’t have to cut out all animal products to reap the benefits of fasting. The modified vegan fast is a great way to promote longevity without making such a significant dietary change.
Other Fasting Alternatives
While the modified vegan fast may not be for everyone, there are plenty of other fasting alternatives to consider. One popular option is the 16:8 diet, where you fast for 16 hours and eat within an 8-hour window. This can be an easier option for people who don’t want to go five days without eating meat or dairy.
Another option is the 5:2 diet, where you normally eat for five days and then restrict your calorie intake to 500-600 calories on the other two days. This can be a good option for people who want to feel like they can still eat their favorite foods regularly.
Conclusion
Fasting is a practice that has been around for centuries, but it’s only recently started to gain widespread attention for its health benefits. Dr. Gundry’s modified vegan fast is just one example of how fasting can be incorporated into your diet to promote longevity. However, finding a fasting approach that works for you and your lifestyle is important. There are many options, whether the 16:8 diet, the 5:2 diet, or something else entirely. So why not see how fasting can improve your overall health and well-being?
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Source Description
Can fasting help you live a longer, healthier life? According to a growing amount of research, it can. And on this episode of The Dr. Gundry Podcast, I will show you how. Please tune in for details about my 5-day modified vegan fast in the Plant Paradox and Longevity Paradox books. And don’t let the word “vegan” fool you. This fast is a great way to promote longevity… WITHOUT having to cut all meat and dairy from your diet. Plus, I offer other fasting alternatives.
Show notes/transcript: https://drgundry.com/vegan-fast-lecture/
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