James Betts
Professor of physiology and researcher at the University of Bath specializing in meal timing and fasting; author of multiple human studies on intermittent fasting and metabolic effects.
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Apr 9, 2026 • 58min
3 intermittent fasting mistakes that cancel fat loss and stop you seeing the benefits | Prof James Betts
Prof James Betts, a physiology professor at the University of Bath who researches meal timing and fasting. He explains what truly counts as a fast and why small calories can cancel benefits. He contrasts fasting styles like 5:2 and time-restricted eating. He discusses hunger dynamics, what you can drink during a fast, and why planning your first meal matters.
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Mar 3, 2022 • 1h 11min
"Nutrient Timing and Metabolic Regulation" with Professor James Betts
Professor James Betts, University of Bath researcher and co-director of CNEM, studies nutrient timing, metabolic clocks and sports nutrition. He explores circadian timing systems and tissue-specific clocks. Conversation covers rhythms in macronutrient metabolism, effects of meal timing on energy expenditure and appetite, entrainment of clocks by light, food and activity, and nocturnal strategies for athletes.
Jul 28, 2024 • 30min
Peak Performance: How to recover faster and come back stronger
James Betts, a professor of metabolic physiology at the University of Bath, dives into the science behind post-exercise recovery. He shares essential tips on refueling after workouts, emphasizing the critical role of timely carbohydrate intake. Betts discusses the myths surrounding ice baths and explains why muscle soreness is a normal part of training. He also highlights the benefits of active recovery, the impact of alcohol on hydration, and the surprising role of supplements like creatine in enhancing recovery and performance.
