Vitals & Values: Concierge Medicine of West Michigan
Science Over Hype.
Values Over Virality.
Vitals & Values is where evidence-based health meets unapologetic truth. Hosted by Dr. Lara (@lbaat), a concierge MD reshaping modern medicine, and David Roden (@Fit_DRock), a transformation coach who lost over 200 pounds and lived to tell the tale, this podcast isn’t here to go viral—it’s here to tell the truth.
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- 🧬 Medicine & Metabolic Health
- 🥦 Nutrition & Sustainable Weight Loss
- 🏋️♂️ Fitness & Habit Formation
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- 💭 Mental Health & Lifestyle Resets
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- Vitals Check – Clinical clarity from Dr. Lara
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Vitals & Values: Concierge Medicine of West Michigan
"Intermittent Fasting": Miracle, Myth, or Metabolic Reset?
Summary
In this episode, Lara and David delve into the topic of intermittent fasting, exploring its definitions, types, and the science behind its purported benefits. They discuss the nuances of fasting, the cultural shift from spiritual to health-focused fasting, and the impact of diet culture on perceptions of eating habits. The conversation also touches on personal experiences with fasting and the importance of understanding caloric restriction in relation to intermittent fasting.
Takeaways
Intermittent fasting is often marketed as a cure-all for health issues.
There are different definitions and types of intermittent fasting.
Time-restricted eating is a common form of intermittent fasting.
The body adapts to fasting over time, affecting hunger cues.
Research shows intermittent fasting may not offer significant benefits beyond caloric restriction.
Diet culture often misrepresents the benefits of fasting.
Skipping breakfast is associated with higher obesity rates.
Fasting has shifted from a spiritual practice to a self-indulgent trend.
Diet culture can create unhealthy eating behaviors and mindsets.
Intermittent fasting can be a useful strategy for some individuals.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Intermittent Fasting
02:43 Defining Intermittent Fasting and Its Variants
05:29 The Science Behind Intermittent Fasting
08:35 Metabolic Flexibility and Autophagy
11:05 Weight Management and Intermittent Fasting
13:59 The Myths and Realities of Intermittent Fasting
15:35 The Breakfast Debate: Fasting vs. Eating
19:08 Fasting: From Spiritual Discipline to Diet Trend
22:41 The Control Factor: Fasting and Self-Indulgence
27:01 Diet Culture: The Fine Line Between Healthy and Harmful
30:26 Personal Experiences: Intermittent Fasting Insights
