Performance Intelligence with Andrew May

The Science of Fasting Fasting is a highly effective mechanism to lose weight, lower insulin levels, increase growth hormone, aid cellular repair, reduce inflammation, enhance heart health and boost brain performance. Fasting has also been shown to reduce risk of cancer and enhance longevity. Former British Royal Navy Aircrew Officer Paul Taylor is a fasting and fat loss expert. He is a Neuroscientist, Exercise Physiologist and Nutritionist. Paul is completing a PHD in applied psychology to further understand the body and the brain. In this episode Andrew and Paul discuss the following: 6:37 The history and evolution of fasting 10:15 Fasting and its effect on the body 23:50 Autophagy and metabolism 32:52 Paul’s experience with fasting 43:20 Fasting differences for men and women 46:03 Fasting protocols and feeding windows 58:10 When to fast 1:10:33 Losing fat and measuring success 1:20:42 Fast tracking fat loss using cold temperatures, sauna and heat  1:28:41 Paul’s new book Death by Comfort   You can find Paul at his website: https://www.mindbodybrain.com.au/                                        or instagram: https://shorturl.at/bdfR9 Find out more about the Performance Intelligence Masterclass: https://rb.gy/xexsz Find out more about Andrew's Keynotes : https://www.andrewmay.com/keynotes/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/ Follow StriveStronger: https://www.instagram.com/strive.stronger/ If you enjoy the podcast, we would really appreciate you leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Play. It takes less than 60 seconds and really helps us build our audience and continue to provide high quality guests.