Dave Asprey on Fasting and Optimizing Your Life | You Just Had A Scare

Jul 14, 2021

Dave Asprey, founder of Bulletproof and a bestselling author, dives deep into the art of fasting and optimizing life. He discusses the transformative benefits of intermittent fasting, including enhancements in physical and mental performance. Asprey shares practical strategies for mastering fasting and maintaining metabolic flexibility. He also explores how modern abundance challenges our instincts and emphasizes the importance of temperance. Listeners can learn how balancing dietary practices can lead to meaningful experiences and improved well-being.

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ADVICE

Intermittent Fasting Schedule

Consider a classic 16/8 or 17/7 intermittent fasting schedule.
Adjust the hours slightly, but small differences don't significantly impact results.

INSIGHT

Fasting and Cognitive Load

Eating diverts energy from cognitive functions to digestion, potentially hindering deep work.
Fasting may enhance cognitive function by shifting the body's focus and energy allocation.

INSIGHT

Spiritual and Working Fasts

Fasting has historical spiritual significance, potentially enhancing spiritual experiences by heightening senses.
Differentiate between "working fasts" for performance and "spiritual fasts" for introspection and personal development.

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Ryan reads today’s meditation and talks to Dave Asprey about his new book Fast This Way, the benefits of intermittent fasting, how to optimize your life to maximize both physical and mental performance, and more.

Dave Asprey is the founder of Bulletproof & known as the ‘Father of Biohacking’. He is a four-time New York Times bestselling science author, host of the Webby award-winning podcast Bulletproof Radio, and has been featured on the Today Show, CNN, The New York Times, Dr. Oz, and more.

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