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Summary of Transcript:
The video discusses the traditional practice of consuming three meals daily and questions whether it is the best for our health. The speaker explains there is a danger in not occasionally fasting, even just for 12 hours, as it helps in caloric restriction and insulin regulation and even impacts hunger hormones. The video references two studies, one claiming to consume less than three meals per day leads to abdominal fat in men but links with smoking, alcohol consumption, and lower physical activity. The other study claimed that consuming less than three daily meals increased BMI. The video concludes that not fasting risks overeating and that protein-rich meals and butcher box meat can aid overall health.
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The video discusses the dangers of not fasting, stating that eating more frequently throughout the day is associated with increased obesity rates and a less healthy lifestyle in middle-aged men and women. The video references studies showing how prolonged fasting can improve hormone regulation, insulin sensitivity, and cognitive function. The video also promotes the use of Butcher Box for high-quality meat products and offers a discount code for new customers. Thomas DeLauer, the video’s author, suggests following an intermittent fasting schedule for optimal health benefits.
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Introduction
Intermittent fasting (IF) has become incredibly popular in health and wellness. However, many people overlook the dangers of NOT fasting. This article will discuss the potential risks of not fasting, including insulin regulation, cognitive decline, and hunger hormone regulation.
3 Meals per day
Traditionally, we have been told that consuming three meals daily benefits our health. However, recent studies have suggested that high eating frequency may increase the risk of obesity and metabolic disease (1). Eating frequently can lead to excessive calorie consumption and poor glucose regulation.
Less than 3 Meals per day
On the contrary, consuming less than three meals per day can increase the likelihood of overeating and slow down metabolism (2). Additionally, low-calorie diets can cause a reduction in energy levels and difficulty concentrating (3).
By Not Fasting, You Risk…
By not fasting, you risk disrupting your natural hunger and fullness signals. Consuming high-calorie snacks and indulging in late-night meals can lead to a lack of self-control, causing weight gain and metabolic damage (4).
TRF & Hunger Hormones
Early Time-Restricted Feeding (TRF) is a form of intermittent fasting that involves consuming meals within a specific time window. This approach can optimize hunger hormone regulation and reduce the risk of overeating (5).
Insulin Regulation
Research has shown that eTRF can improve insulin sensitivity and reduce the risk of metabolic diseases like type 2 diabetes (6). Insulin is a hormone that regulates blood sugar levels. By not fasting, we can cause excessive insulin release, leading to insulin resistance and metabolic dysfunction.
Cognitive Decline
Fasting can also improve cognitive function and reduce the risk of cognitive decline. A recent study found that eTRF improved memory and attention in healthy adults (7). By not fasting, we can increase our risk of cognitive decline as we age.
My Fasting Schedule Suggestion
I suggest consuming two meals within eight hours and fasting for sixteen hours. This approach aligns with eTRF and can optimize hormone regulation and insulin sensitivity. Additionally, fasting can improve cognitive function and reduce metabolic disease risk.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the dangers of not fasting are real, and overlooking the benefits of intermittent fasting can lead to metabolic damage, cognitive decline, and weight gain. Implementing an eTRF schedule and optimizing our hormone regulation can improve our health and reduce the risk of chronic disease. Use code TDL100 for $50 off your first two boxes ($100 value) of ButcherBox!
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The Dangers of NOT Fasting
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References
https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/british-journal-of-nutrition/article/high-eating-frequency-is-associated-with-an-overall-healthy-lifestyle-in-middleaged-men-and-women-and-reduced-likelihood-of-general-and-central-obesity-in-men/A0A079076CF60DD0E918345DC33DD8AA
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5572489/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/7925222/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6658129/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8970877/
https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa2114833
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7918995/
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S009130222100073X
Timestamps ⏱
0:00 – Intro – The Dangers of NOT Fasting
0:49 – 3 Meals per day
2:21 – Less than 3 Meals per day
3:10 – By Not Fasting, You Risk…
3:43 – eTRF & Hunger Hormones
5:04 – Use Code TDL100 for $50 off Your First 2 Boxes ($100 value) of Butcher Box!
5:56 – Insulin Regulation
7:28 – Cognitive Decline
10:50 – My Fasting Schedule Suggestion
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