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Autophagy and Insulin Resistance – A Chicken or the Egg Problem

Want to know what’s the role of autophagy in insulin resistance? Check out this article about autophagy and insulin. Autophagy Insulin Signaling Most of the modern diseases are caused by nutritional excess – too much food, too many calories, too much sugar, carbs, and fat. Hyperinsulinemia is a condition where there’s excess circulating insulin in […]

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What Are the Different Types of Autophagy

Want to know what are the different types of autophagy? Check out this article about selective autophagy activation. Autophagy for Dummies You hear the word autophagy thrown around quite interchangeably with intermittent fasting, starvation, and catabolism. They’re all true to a certain extent. Autophagy is the process of cellular turnover and self-eating that recycles old […]

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Does Coffee Stop Autophagy – Autophagy and Coffee

Does coffee stop autophagy? Check out this article about autophagy and coffee. When Do You Get Autophagy Two things that intermittent fasters are obsessed with: autophagy and coffee. It’s what most people are thinking about at least 50% of the time. Some small amounts of autophagy is happening in your tissues to different degrees almost […]

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Dr Mercola Keto Fast Book Review

Want to know how to keto fasting? This article is the Dr Mercola Keto Fast book review. Keto Fast Mercola There’s been a lot of book about ketogenic diets and intermittent fasting. Many OGs of the space have come out with a version of their own. Dr Mercola has one of the largest health websites […]

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Does Collagen Break a Fast? Collagen and Autophagy

If you want to know does collagen break a fast? Then check out this article about collagen and autophagy. The KetoFast by Dr Mercola A few weeks ago I had Dr Mercola on my podcast talking about his upcoming book KetoFast. It’s essentially a cyclical ketogenic diet combined with weekly partial fasting. For two separate...

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Cold Shock Proteins and Autophagy

What are the benefits of cold shock proteins in humans? Check out this article about brown fat, cold shock proteins and autophagy. Cold Shock Proteins in Humans Living organisms have evolved many mechanisms for dealing with environmental stressors and changing conditions. During cold shock, cell membrane and enzyme activity decrease, and you reduce the efficiency...

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KetoFast and Autophagy Optimization with Dr Joseph Mercola

Check out this Dr Mercola podcast about his book KetoFast and autophagy optimization. KetoFast and Autophagy You hear people raving about autophagy and fasting nowadays. I’m a huge proponent of the health benefits. However, it’s not always the best thing and there are some situations where it’s not optimal.  To promote your healthspan and longevity...

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Benefits of Sauna and Autophagy Combined

Want to know what are the benefits of taking a sauna and autophagy? Check out this article. Benefits of Saunas Many cultures have practiced both fasting and some form of heat therapy for thousands of years. It’s not ancient broscience. Now we have a lot of studies showing their effects on longevity. Saunas are basically...

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Can Athletes Eat Keto? – Podcast with Brianna Stubbs PhD

Can you be a high level athlete while eating a ketogenic diet? Check out this podcast with Brianna Stubbs PhD about keto and sports performance. Keto Diet for Athletes Welcome to the Body Mind Empowerment Podcast I’m your host Siim Land and our guest today is Brianna Stubbs. Brianna has a PhD in Metabolic Physiology...

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Does Fasting Clear Toxins? – Fasting and Detox

Are you worried that fasting releases toxins from your fat and makes you sick? Read this article about does fasting clear toxins? Fasting and Detox You definitely have heard about juicing cleanses, gut healing protocols, and detox drinks. Just juice a kilo of fruit and vegetables and don’t eat anything solid for 4 weeks. Environmental...

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