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The Intermittent Fasting Podcast

Melanie Avalon, Barry Conradthe-intermittent-fasting-podcast.sounder.fm
Burn fat, gain energy, and enhance health by changing WHEN you eat, not WHAT you eat! Explore the intermittent fasting (IF) lifestyle, with Melanie Avalon - biohacker, founder of AvalonX, and author of What When Wine Diet: Lose Weight And Feel Great With Paleo-Style Meals, Intermittent Fasting, And Wine - and Barry Conrad - actor, singer-songwriter, and creator and host of Banter with BC.
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Episodes

#399 - Special Guest Megan Ramos, Therapeutic Fasting for Women, Holiday Eating Tips, GLP-1 Medications, PCOS and Insulin Resistance, Pregnancy and Fasting, Longer Fasting Protocols, And More!

TRANSCRIPT AND FULL SHOW NOTES: ifpodcast.com/e pisode399 Stuff We Like Visit ifpodcast.com/stuffwelike for all the stuff we like! SEED: Get 25% off your first month of DS-01® with code 25IFPODCAST at seed.com/ifpodcast. BUTCHERBOX: For a limited time, go to butcherbox.com/ifpodcast and get 2 lbs of grass-fed and finished ground beef in every box for life! Plus, get $20 off your first order! Our content does not constitute an attempt to practice medicine and does not establish a doctor-patient r...

Dec 09, 20241 hr 3 minSeason 1Ep. 399

#398 - Food Sensitivities Post-Fasting, Women's Physiology & Fasting, Protein & Workout Recovery, Intestinal Stem Cells & Fasting, Alcohol & Metabolism, Glycogen Storage & Diet, Athletic Performance & Fasting, And More!

TRANSCRIPT AND FULL SHOW NOTES: ifpodcast.com/episode398 Stuff We Like Visit ifpodcast.com/stuffwelike for all the stuff we like! LMNT: For a limited time, LMNT Chocolate Medley returns, featuring Chocolate Mint, Chocolate Chai, and Chocolate Raspberry. Get a free sample pack with any purchase at drinklmnt.com/ifpodcast. TRUE NUTRITION: For a limited time, get 15% off with code IFPODCAST at truenutrition.com/ifpodcast. STUDIES: Fasting's effects on stem cells linked to increased cancer risk (lin...

Dec 02, 202459 minSeason 1Ep. 398

#397 - Special Guest: Barry Conrad, Real World Fasting, Resistance Training, Quality Food Choices, Protein Needs, Australian Food Vs American Food, And More!

Visit ifpodcast.com/episode397 for FULL show notes, and ifpodcast.com/stuffwelike for all the stuff we like! ONESKIN: Get 15% off with the code IFPODCAST at oneskin.co. BUTCHERBOX: For a limited time, go to butcherbox.com/ifpodcast and get your choice of 2 grass-fed and finished ribeyes, 2 filet mignons, or 2 NY strips—for free in every order for a whole year! Plus, get $20 off your first order! Episode 332: Special Guest Barry Conrad, Allergies, Food Fear, IF & Social Norms, High Protein Di...

Nov 25, 20241 hr 29 minSeason 1Ep. 397

#396 - Coffee, Low Cholesterol, Histamine Intolerance, Fasted Workouts, Flushing, Inflammation, Red Light Therapy, And More!

Visit ifpodcast.com/episode396 for FULL shownotes, and ifpodcast.com/stuffwelike for all the stuff we like! iHERB: Get 22% off your first order with code IFPODCAST at iherb.com/shop/IFPODCAST. Existing customers get 15% off! PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT: Get 50% off a Monthly Membership of the All-Access Pass with code IFPODCAST at ifpodcast.com/development. LMNT: Go to drinklmnt.com/ifpodcast to get a free sample pack with any purchase! Learn all about electrolytes in Episode 237 - our interview with R...

Nov 18, 202459 minSeason 1Ep. 396

#395 - Intestinal Microbiota Study, Probiotics, Hunger Hormones, Protein Pacing, Paradigm Shifting Science, Over Fasting, Being Cold, And More!

Visit ifpodcast.com/episode395 for FULL shownotes, and ifpodcast.com/stuffwelike for all the stuff we like! ONESKIN: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code IFPODCAST at https://www.oneskin.co SEED: Go to seed.com/ifpodcast and use code 25IFPODCAST to get 25% off your first month of DS-01®! BUTCHERBOX: For a limited time go to butcherbox.com/ifpodcast and get a whole turkey, turkey breast OR spiral ham in your first box. Plus, get $20 off your first order with code IFPODCAST! Repercussions of intermit...

Nov 11, 20241 hr 3 minSeason 1Ep. 395

#394 - Special Listener Guest: Amy Wrenn, Unexplained Weight Gain, Perimenopause, Biohacking, Functional Medicine, Prescribing GLP-1, And More!

Visit ifpodcast.com/episode394 for FULL shownotes, and ifpodcast.com/stuffwelike for all the stuff we like! True Nutrition: For a limited time get 15% off your order at TrueNutrition.com with code IFPODCAST. LMNT: Go to drinklmnt.com/ifpodcast to get a free sample pack with any purchase! BUTCHERBOX: For a limited time go to butcherbox.com/ifpodcast and get a whole turkey, turkey breast OR spiral ham in their first box. Plus, get $20 off your first order with code IFPODCAST! Amy's introduction to...

Nov 04, 20241 hr 1 minSeason 1Ep. 394

#393 - Breakfast Meals, Hashimoto's & Thyroid Issues, Autoimmune Conditions, Breastfeeding Mothers Who Fast, Oatmeal & Gluten, Optimal Health & Nutrition, And More!

Visit ifpodcast.com/episode393 for FULL shownotes, and ifpodcast.com/stuffwelike for all the stuff we like! BUTCHERBOX: For a limited time go to butcherbox.com/ifpodcast and receive your choice between a whole turkey, turkey breast or spiral ham in your first box. Plus, get $20 off your first order! Listener Q&A: Kenna - Hashimoto's and thyroid issues with intermittent fasting. Good idea? Bad idea? Episode 374: Autoimmune conditions, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Inflammation, C-Reactive Protein, Pl...

Oct 28, 20241 hr 1 minSeason 1Ep. 393

#392 - Protein Needs, Coffee, Ice Cream, Spermidine, Longevity Supplements, Rapamycin, Telomeres, The Uncanny Valley, And More!

Visit ifpodcast.com/episode392 for FULL shownotes, and ifpodcast.com/stuffwelike for all the stuff we like! LMNT: Go to drinklmnt.com/ifpodcast to get a free sample pack with any purchase! Learn all about electrolytes in Episode 237 - our interview with Robb Rolf! SEED: Go to seed.com/ifpodcast and use code 25IFPODCAST to get 25% off your first month of DS-01®! Spermidine is essential for fasting-mediated autophagy and longevity Episode 379: Special Guest: Chris Rhodes (Mimio), Fasting Mimetics,...

Oct 21, 202457 minSeason 1Ep. 392

#391 - Special Guest Masey Hammons, The Fasting Evolution Journey, Balanced Diets, Fasting On The Road, Biohacking, Protein Sparing Modified Fasts, Mounjaro, And More!

Visit ifpodcast.com/episode391 for FULL shownotes, and ifpodcast.com/stuffwelike for all the stuff we like! iHERB: Get 22% off your first order with code IFPODCAST at iherb.com/shop/IFPODCAST. Existing customers get 15% off! BUTCHERBOX: For a limited time go to butcherbox.com/ifpodcast and get salmon, chicken breast or ground beef—for free in every order for a whole year! Plus, get $20 off your first order! Masey's background, personal story Finding fasting, then clean fasting The evolution of M...

Oct 14, 20241 hr 3 minSeason 1Ep. 391

#390 - Fasting For Athletic Performance, Ketosis, Overeating, Food Choice, Improving Satiety, Crash Dieting, Homeschooling, Preschool, And More!

Visit ifpodcast.com/episode390 for FULL shownotes, and ifpodcast.com/stuffwelike for all the stuff we like! ​LMNT: Go to drinklmnt.com/ifpodcast to get a free sample pack with any purchase! Learn all about electrolytes in Episode 237 - our interview with Robb Rolf! International society of sports nutrition position stand: ketogenic diets Listener Q&A: Brittany - Why am I not losing? Our content does not constitute an attempt to practice medicine and does not establish a doctor-patient relati...

Oct 07, 20241 hrSeason 1Ep. 390

#389 - Caloric Restriction Vs. Fasting, Triggering Protein Muscle Synthesis, HDAC Inhibition, Autophagy, mTor, Food Cravings, Avocados, And More!

Visit ifpodcast.com/episode389 for FULL shownotes, and ifpodcast.com/stuffwelike for all the stuff we like! Impact of Intermittent Fasting and/or Caloric Restriction on Aging-Related Outcomes in Adults: A Scoping Review of Randomized Controlled Trials Listener Q&A: Rebeca - Avocados, avocados, avocados Listener Q&A: Shari - If I want more muscle definition, should I eat shortly after my weight lifting session or complete my 16 hour fast? Our content does not constitute an attempt to prac...

Sep 30, 20241 hr 4 minSeason 1Ep. 389

#388 - Special Guest: Dr. Naomi Parrella, Weight Loss, Fat Loss, Semaglutide And GLP-1 Inhibitors, Fasting With An App, Muscle Loss, High Protein Diets, And More!

Visit ifpodcast.com/episode388 for FULL shownotes, and ifpodcast.com/stuffwelike for all the stuff we like! ​LMNT: Go to drinklmnt.com/ifpodcast to get a free sample pack with any purchase! Learn all about electrolytes in Episode 237 - our interview with Robb Rolf! Naomi's background Exercise doesn't drive weight loss Hormonal fluctuations affecting fat loss Fasting for women Semaglutide and GLP-1 inhibitors Developing the Zero App Data collection and sharing with other wearables Diet mindset an...

Sep 23, 20241 hr 4 minSeason 1Ep. 388

#387 - Glucose Uptake & Disposal, Low Carb & Berries, Choosing A Keto Diet, Fat Loss, Appetite Suppression, Fad Diets, Avoiding Keto Mistakes, And More!

Visit ifpodcast.com/episode387 for FULL shownotes, and ifpodcast.com/stuffwelike for all the stuff we like! BETTERHELP: Visit betterhelp.com/ifpodcast today to get 10% off your first month! BUTCHERBOX: For a limited time go to butcherbox.com/ifpodcast and get salmon, chicken breast or grass-fed ground beef—for free in every order for a whole year! Plus, get $20 off your first order! Listener Q&A: Stacy - To keto or not? Listener Q&A: Jennifer - Salivation breaks fast?? Listener Q&A: ...

Sep 16, 20241 hrSeason 1Ep. 387

#386 - Fasting Terminology Consensus, Adjusting To Time Restricted Eating, Perception Of Fullness, Metabolic Flexibility, Pre-Workout Meals, Fasted Exercise, And More!

Visit ifpodcast.com/episode386 for FULL shownotes, and ifpodcast.com/stuffwelike for all the stuff we like! LMNT: Go to drinklmnt.com/ifpodcast to get a free sample pack with any purchase! Learn all about electrolytes in Episode 237 - our interview with Robb Rolf! International consensus on fasting terminology Listener Q&A: Patti - I’m sure it’s different for everyone but... how long does it generally take for your body to adjust to IF? Dietary and physical activity adaptations to alternate ...

Sep 09, 20241 hr 5 minSeason 1Ep. 386

#385 - Metabolic Flexibility, Energy Toxicity, Autophagy, Carbs Vs. Fats, Metabolic Science, Hypoglycemia, Glucose Uptake, TOFI, Insulin Resistance, And More!

Visit ifpodcast.com/episode385 for FULL shownotes, and ifpodcast.com/stuffwelike for all the stuff we like! SEED: Go to seed.com/ifpodcast and use code 25IFPODCAST to get 25% off your first month of DS-01®! BUTCHERBOX: For a limited time go to butcherbox.com/ifpodcast and choose from filet mignons, ribeyes, or NY strips, FREE in every box for a year! Plus, get $20 off your first order! Listener Q&A: Sara - How to safely get back into it when you are hypoglycemic? NUTRISENSE: Get $30 off a CG...

Sep 02, 202459 minSeason 1Ep. 385

#384 - High Sugar Fruit, Artificial Colors & Flavors, Increased Anxiety, Mental Health, BDNF, Ketones, GABA Dominance, And More!

Visit ifpodcast.com/episode384 for FULL shownotes, and ifpodcast.com/stuffwelike for all the stuff we like! ​LMNT: Go to drinklmnt.com/ifpodcast to get a free sample pack with any purchase! Learn all about electrolytes in Episode 237 - our interview with Robb Rolf! BETTERHELP: Visit betterhelp.com/ifpodcast today to get 10% off your first month! APOLLO NEURO: For 15% off go to ifpodcast.com/apollo and use promo code IFPODCAST. The Melanie Avalon Biohacking Podcast Episode #50 - Dave Rabin (Apoll...

Aug 26, 202452 minSeason 1Ep. 384

#383 - Red Light Mask, Hyaluronic Acid, Ketone Breath, Diet Wars, Processed Food Addiction, Nitrates, Nitrites, Red Meat, And More!

Visit ifpodcast.com/episode383 for FULL shownotes, and ifpodcast.com/stuffwelike for all the stuff we like! APOLLO NEURO: For 15% off go to ifpodcast.com/apollo and use promo code IFPODCAST. BUTCHERBOX: For a limited time go to butcherbox.com/ifpodcast and get salmon, chicken breast or steak tips—for free in every order for a whole year! Plus, get $20 off your first order! Listener Q&A: Erin - [I've been] tasting that metallic ketone taste in my mouth shortly after my meal. I haven’t heard y...

Aug 19, 202459 minSeason 1Ep. 383

#382 - Exercise, Resistance Training, Zone 2 Training, EPOC, Autophagy, Mitophagy, CBD Gummies, Algae, And More!

Visit ifpodcast.com/episode382 for FULL shownotes, and ifpodcast.com/stuffwelike for all the stuff we like! SEED: Go to seed.com/ifpodcast and use code 25IFPODCAST to get 25% off your first month of DS-01®! LMNT: Go to drinklmnt.com/ifpodcast to get a free sample pack with any purchase! Learn all about electrolytes in Episode 237 - our interview with Robb Rolf! Listener Q&A: Mari - What type of exercise is good to help increase autophagy? Does Exercise Regulate Autophagy in Humans? A Systema...

Aug 12, 202457 minSeason 1Ep. 382

#381 - Cognitive Health, Alzheimer's Disease, Insulin Resistance, Amyloid Plaque, Diabetes, MCT Oil, Exogenous Ketones, BDNF, And More!

Visit ifpodcast.com/episode381 for FULL shownotes, and ifpodcast.com/stuffwelike for all the stuff we like! Listener Q&A: Name - Subject BUTCHERBOX: For a limited time go to butcherbox.com/ifpodcast and get ground chicken, ground sirloin, or ground pork—for free in every order for a whole year! Plus, get $20 off your first order! SEED: Go to seed.com/ifpodcast and use code 25IFPODCAST to get 25% off your first month of DS-01®!SEED: Listener Q&A: Kel - I would be very interested in learni...

Aug 05, 202456 minSeason 1Ep. 381

#380 - Flexible Fasting, Collagen, OMAD, TMAD, Meal Planning, Protein Ice Cream, Sweet Treats, Podcast Mistakes, And More!

Visit ifpodcast.com/episode380 for FULL shownotes, and ifpodcast.com/stuffwelike for all the stuff we like! APOLLO NEURO: For 15% off go to ifpodcast.com/apollo and use promo code IFPODCAST BETTERHELP: Visit betterhelp.com/ifpodcast today to get 10% off your first month! BUTCHERBOX: For a limited time go to butcherbox.com/ifpodcast and get bone-in chicken thighs, top sirloins, or salmon—for free in every order for a whole year! Plus, get $20 off your first order! MD LOGIC: Get 10% off at mdlogic...

Jul 29, 20241 hr 2 minSeason 1Ep. 380

#379 - Special Guest: Chris Rhodes (Mimio), Fasting Mimetics, Anti-Inflammatory, Autophagy, Fasting Metabolites, OAE, PEA, Spermidine, Nicotinamide, And More!

Visit ifpodcast.com/episode379 for FULL shownotes, and ifpodcast.com/stuffwelike for all the stuff we like! APOLLO NEURO: Go to ifpodcast.com/apollo and use promo code IFPODCAST for 15% off! MIMIO: Go to mimiohealth.com and use the code IFPODCAST to save 20% off your first order! Chris' personal story Comprehensive metabolomics Fasting mimetics The role of variability across study members Controlled habitual diets OAE (Oleoylethanolamide), PEA (palmitoylethanolamide), spermidine, nicotinamide De...

Jul 22, 20241 hr 11 minSeason 1Ep. 379

#378 - Muscle Building, High Protein Diets, Weight Gain, Digestive Enzymes, Betaine HCL, Supplements, Fasting Over 40, And More!

Visit ifpodcast.com/episode378 for FULL shownotes, and ifpodcast.com/stuffwelike for all the stuff we like! LMNT: Go to drinklmnt.com/ifpodcast to get a free sample pack with any purchase! Learn all about electrolytes in Episode 237 - our interview with Robb Rolf! MD LOGIC: Get 10% off at mdlogichealth.com with the code IFPODCAST! Go to ifpodcast.com/X3 and use the coupon code SAVE50 to get $50 off! Listener Q&A: Stephanie - I’ve heard that fasting is not good as you get older? True? Listene...

Jul 15, 202457 minSeason 1Ep. 378

#377 - Anti-Aging Tips, Entering Perimenopause, Treating Menopausal Symptoms, HRT, CGMs, Hashimoto's Disease, And More!

Visit ifpodcast.com/episode377 for FULL shownotes, and ifpodcast.com/stuffwelike for all the stuff we like! BUTCHERBOX: For a limited time go to butcherbox.com/ifpodcast and get bone-in chicken thighs, top sirloins, or salmon—for free in every order for a whole year! Plus, get $20 off your first order! SCHWANK GRILL: Visit schwankgrills.com and use promo code IFPODCAST to get $150 OFF a Schwank Grill! Study: Enhanced muscle activity during interrupted sitting improves glycemic control in overwei...

Jul 08, 20241 hr 2 minSeason 1Ep. 377

#376 - Spirulina, Vegan Protein,  Vitamins, Trace Minerals, Toxin Chelation, Nutrient Density, GNP Certified, Mind Blown Podcast, Behind The Mic Wellness, And More!

Visit ifpodcast.com/episode376 for FULL shownotes, and ifpodcast.com/stuffwelike for all the stuff we like! LMNT: Go to drinklmnt.com/ifpodcast to get a free sample pack with any purchase! Learn all about electrolytes in Episode 237 - our interview with Robb Rolf! SEED: Go to seed.com/ifpodcast and use code 25IFPODCAST to get 25% off your first month of DS-01®! Spirulina nutrients​ Nutrient deficiencies The creation of Melanie's spirulina GNP Certified Tested for potency and purity The flavor Th...

Jul 01, 20241 hr 5 minSeason 1Ep. 376

#375 - Blood Glucose Control, Post Prandial Glucose Excursions, Eating Timing, CGMs, Fun Recipes For Electrolytes, Collagen, And More!

Visit ifpodcast.com/episode375 for FULL shownotes, and ifpodcast.com/stuffwelike for all the stuff we like! BUTCHERBOX: For a limited time go to butcherbox.com/ifpodcast and get chicken thighs, top sirloins, or salmon—for free in every order for a whole year! Plus, get $20 off your first order! MD LOGIC: MD LOGIC: Unlock the secret to a perfect night's sleep with Melatonin Max by MD Logic Health! Get 10% off at mdlogichealth.com with the code IFPODCAST. NUTRISENSE: Get $50 off a CGM subscription...

Jun 24, 20241 hr 5 minSeason 1Ep. 375

#374 - Autoimmune Conditions, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Inflammation, C-Reactive Protein, Plant Based Diets, Fasting Styles, And More!

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Jun 17, 202454 minSeason 1Ep. 374

#373 - Spirulina & Chlorella, Long Fasts & Cortisol, Fasting Over 40, Resistance Training, Fasting Definitions, Glutathione, And More!

Visit ifpodcast.com/episode373 for FULL shownotes, and ifpodcast.com/stuffwelike for all the stuff we like! BUTCHERBOX: For a limited time go to butcherbox.com/ifpodcast and get bone-in chicken thighs, top sirloins, or salmon—for free in every order for a whole year! Plus, get $20 off your first order! SCHWANK GRILL: Visit schwankgrills.com and use promo code IFPODCAST to get $150 OFF a Schwank Grill! LUMEN: If you want to take the next step in improving your health, go to lumen.me and use code ...

Jun 10, 202455 minSeason 1Ep. 373

#372 - Returning To Intermittent Fasting, *New* Protein Study, Post-Exercise Muscle Synthesis, Instagram Vs. TikTok, Bodybuilding, Fat Loss, Skeletal Muscle Metabolism, And More!

Visit ifpodcast.com/episode372 for FULL shownotes, and ifpodcast.com/stuffwelike for all the stuff we like! WILD HEALTH: Get 20% off a wild health membership with the code IFPODCAST at wildhealth.com/ifpodcast! LMNT: Go to drinklmnt.com/ifpodcast to get a free sample pack with any drink mix purchase! Learn all about electrolytes in Episode 237 - our interview with Robb Rolf! SEED: Go to seed.com/ifpodcast and use code 25IFPODCAST to get 25% off your first month of DS-01®! The anabolic response t...

Jun 03, 20241 hr 1 minSeason 1Ep. 372

#371 - IF Mistakes, Constipation, Sleep, Snacking, THC, Hunger Suppression, Magnesium, Serrapeptase, Spirulina, And More!

Visit ifpodcast.com/episode371 for FULL shownotes, and ifpodcast.com/stuffwelike for all the stuff we like! Join Melanie's Facebook group Clean Beauty and Safe Skincare with Melanie Avalon to discuss and learn about all the things clean beauty, Beautycounter, and safe skincare! REEL PAPER: Get 30% OFF reelpaper.com with code IFPODCAST, plus FREE shipping! (Works on subscriptions too!) BUTCHERBOX: For a limited time go to butcherbox.com/ifpodcast and get salmon, chicken breast or steak tips—for f...

May 27, 202453 minSeason 1Ep. 371

#370 - Digesting Protein, Glucose Spikes, Leptin Resistance, Insulin Resistance, Circadian Eating, Women's Hormones, Fasted Weight Training, And More!

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May 20, 20241 hr 4 minSeason 1Ep. 370
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