18|How fasting helps prevent diseases

Thriving After 50 "Mind Body Soul"

Hey Fam, Master Coach G 🌟 here, Thriving After 50 – Mind, Body, Soul! In this week’s episode, we're uncovering.... How fasting can help prevent diseases Fasting—when done strategically and safely—can help prevent several chronic diseases by triggering powerful biological processes. Here’s a clear breakdown of how it works: ⸻ 1. Improves Insulin Sensitivity Fasting helps reduce insulin resistance, a major driver of type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome. When you fast: • Blood sugar levels drop • The body uses stored glucose (glycogen) • Cells become more responsive to insulin Why it matters: Better insulin sensitivity means less risk of diabetes, obesity, and heart disease. ⸻ 2. Reduces Inflammation Chronic low-grade inflammation fuels many diseases—cancer, Alzheimer’s, arthritis, you name it. Fasting has been shown to: • Lower inflammatory markers like CRP and IL-6 • Activate anti-inflammatory pathways Why it matters: Less inflammation = stronger defense against most degenerative conditions. ⸻ 3. Triggers Autophagy (Cellular Cleanup) When you’re in a fasted state, your body enters “repair mode”: • Old or damaged cells are broken down and recycled • Toxins and dysfunctional proteins get cleared out Why it matters: This may help prevent cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, and aging-related decline. ⸻ 4. Supports Heart Health Fasting can improve risk factors like: • Blood pressure • Cholesterol (lower LDL, higher HDL) • Triglycerides Why it matters: All of these reduce the chances of heart attack and stroke. ⸻ 5. May Lower Cancer Risk Fasting slows down growth-related signals like IGF-1 (Insulin-like Growth Factor 1), which are often overactive in cancer. • It may enhance the effectiveness of chemotherapy • It can make healthy cells more resilient and cancer cells more vulnerable Why it matters: It’s being explored as a supportive tool in cancer prevention and treatment. ⸻ 6. Boosts Brain Health Fasting increases brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), which supports neuron growth and resilience. It may: • Protect against Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s • Improve focus and mental clarity Why it matters: Your brain literally runs better in a fasted state. ⸻ Final Word: Fasting isn’t magic—it’s biology. When timed and done right, it activates built-in systems your body uses to stay healthy. But it’s not for everyone, especially those with underlying conditions, so anyone considering it should consult a healthcare professional. That's what I have for you today. I hope this episode has added value to your life. If it has please share it with someone that it may benefit as well and also subscribe to my channel so that every time I drop a new episode, you will be notified. But before I get out of here, I want to say thank you to all my listeners around the world. Here in the United States Canada Australia Russia Federation China Mexico Belgium Ireland South Africa Brazil Nigeria United Kingdom Germany France Bangladesh Ukraine Kuwait India Hong Kong Dominican Republic Philippines Barbados Saudi Arabia Spain Japan Netherlands Pakistan Indonesia Portugal I appreciate each and everyone of you. Thank you for joining me here on Thriving After 50 Mind Body Soul. This is Master Coach G and I will see you on the next level!

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