Ep. 221 - Does Early Time-Restricted Carb Intake Improve Glycemic Control in Diabetes? | Circadian Rhythm & Insulin Sensitivity | Whole Foods Mediterranean Diet vs. Fasting | Varying Fasting Windows for Sustainability | Join the Fasting Challenge

***JOIN THE MASTER YOUR FASTING CHALLENGE THAT STARTS March 20, 2024!*** New to fasting or want to get back on track? Struggling to break through a plateau? Ready to finally stop obsessing about your diet? Let’s kick off spring time and prep for summer with intention, habit-building, and fast-tracking your fasting results! We'll GUIDE you how to FAST to LOSE FAT for good, and use 'fast cycling' to achieve uncommon results! Join us on March 20th for the Master Your Fasting Challenge! REGISTER HERE! Click the Link for DATES, DETAILS, and FAQs! MARCH 20th CHALLENGE REGISTRATION LINK FREE RESOURCE - DOWNLOAD THE NEW BLUEPRINT TO FASTING FOR FAT LOSS! Learn how to RAMP UP into longer fasting windows! Gain insights into the non-weight loss benefits of fasting! Personalize your own fasting schedule and consistent FAT LOSS results! Get answers to what breaks a fast, how to break a fast, and tips and tricks to accelerate your fasting wins! THE BLUEPRINT TO FASTING FOR FAT LOSS DOWNLOAD In today’s episode, we discuss a study that examined whether restricting carbohydrate intake to earlier in the day, as part of a Mediterranean diet, would improve glycemic control for people with type 2 diabetes. The study found no significant difference between this approach and consuming carbs throughout the day, raising questions about diet, fasting, and metabolic health. We also explored the implications of the study's findings, emphasizing the importance of aligning food intake with circadian rhythms, varying fasting windows, and making intentional food choices, particularly for those seeking to manage diabetes or achieve long-term weight loss with a fasting lifestyle. The episode also highlights the benefits of time-restricted eating, with a focus on earlier meal timing, and encourages listeners to consider tools like the Fasting for Life Blueprint for Fat Loss, which provides fasting schedules and strategies to enhance results and integrate fasting into daily life. Get your FREE BOX OF LMNT hydration support for the perfect electrolyte balance for your fasting lifestyle with your first purchase here! Get 30% off a Keto-Mojo blood glucose and ketone monitor (discount shown at checkout)! Click here! Let’s continue the conversation. Click the link below to JOIN the Fasting For Life Community, a group of like-minded, new, and experienced fasters! The first two rules of fasting need not apply! Fasting For Life Community - Join HERE New to the podcast and wondering where to start? Head to the website and download our Fast Start Guide, 6 simple steps to put One Meal a Day Fasting (OMAD) into practice! Get our NEW sleep guide here! SLEEP GUIDE DIRECT DOWNLOAD If you enjoy the podcast, would you please tap on the stars below and consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it helps bring you the best original content each week. We also enjoy reading them! Research Links: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10789836/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10789836/pdf/125_2023_Article_6045.pdf https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5990470/pdf/nihms961628.pdf