Have you ever tried different ways to get rid of belly fat?
Have you ever tried different ways to suppress your appetite?
Today, Jay welcomes women’s health expert, bestselling author, and podcast host Dr. Mindy Pelz to discuss how women can optimize their health, particularly through fasting, hormones, and metabolic health. Dr. Pelz explains the biological differences between men and women and emphasizes the importance of understanding the female body's rhythms and cycles for maintaining health and hormonal balance.
Dr. Pelz begins by discussing common fasting mistakes, highlighting how doing the same fast daily can slow down metabolism. She introduces the concept of "feast-famine cycling," stressing the need for variety in fasting durations and windows, particularly for women. According to her, fasting must be adapted to the individual’s lifestyle and, for women, their menstrual cycle. She also addresses Jay’s personal approach to fasting and offers tailored advice for him, including when to eat before and after workouts.
The conversation then turns to the topic of belly fat and how stress and toxins contribute to weight gain, particularly around the belly area. Dr. Pelz explains that excess cortisol, which is heightened by stress, leads to belly fat, and she provides practical tips to manage cortisol levels, including movement, time in nature, and spending time with positive people.
In this interview, you'll learn:
How to Start Fasting Gradually
How to Manage Stress with Movement
How to Reduce Belly Fat Naturally
How to Customize Your Eating Schedule
How to Stabilize Blood Sugar with Timing
How to Stay Full Longer with Healthy Fats
How to Lose Weight with Fasting Cycles
How to Align Fasting with Your Menstrual Cycle
The message is clear: everyone has the ability to transform their well-being by taking small, intentional steps toward a healthier lifestyle. With the right mindset and commitment, a vibrant and balanced life is within reach for all.
With Love and Gratitude,
Jay Shetty
What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro
02:59 The Worst Mistake One Can Make While Fasting
04:38 How Do You Fast Properly?
06:22 What’s Your Intention for Your Health?
09:37 What’s the Fastest Way to Lose Belly Fat?
13:42 Common Toxins That Accumulate in the Body
18:00 The Chemicals that Turn Stems Cells to Fat Cells
19:43 Does Counting Calories Matter?
25:45 How to Have a Better Relationship with Food
29:16 How to Detox from Sugar Cravings
32:47 How Much Protein Should You Eat?
38:19 What is Toxic Fat?
39:50 When is the Best Time to Eat Fat?
43:38 Are You Getting Enough Nutrients for Your Hormones?
46:14 What is the Fasting Cycle?
49:08 The Female’s Hormonal System is Highly Complex
52:52 Should You Reconsider Hormone Replacement Therapy?
55:22 Positive LIfestyle Changes That Could Help You
58:40 Is There Anyone Who SHouldn’t Fast?
59:58 What is a Clean Protein?
01:03:25 How to Empower Your Body
01:04:40 How to Know Your Got Your Meal Right
01:09:09 How Do You Train Yourself to Fast?
01:12:44 Is the Female Body Meant to Have More Fat?
01:17:37 How Do You Manage Fasting and Working Out?
01:20:22 Mindy on Final Five
Episode Resources:
Dr. Mindy Pelz | Website
Dr. Mindy Pelz | Instagram
Dr. Mindy Pelz | Facebook
Dr. Mindy Pelz | YouTube
Dr. Mindy Pelz | LinkedIn
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