In this episode…
There’s a reason more and more people are turning to intermittent fasting as a reset button for the body.
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. David Jockers to unpack what might be the most underrated survival mechanism built into our cells: autophagy. It’s a cleanup crew that breaks down damaged mitochondria, clears out zombie cells, and even resets your gut microbiome.
If your energy crashes midday, if your cravings hit hard at night, or your body feels inflamed and sluggish no matter what you eat, there’s a good chance your cells aren’t getting the cleanup time they desperately need. And that starts with insulin staying too high, too often.
We talk about how to train your body to burn fat effortlessly, how long it takes to start getting results from fasting, and why most people are unknowingly blocking this cellular self-repair system.
Dr. Jockers also shares how to make fasting easier and safer, especially if you’ve struggled with low energy or headaches. He also explains why you should consider binders during a fast, how to recognize when your mitochondria are stressed out, and the brain-boosting effects of ketones once you hit day three of a longer fast.
Key discussion points…
- What is autophagy, and why is it essential?
- How to start fasting
- Tips for longer fasts and what to include
- How ketones reduce inflammation and boost brain health
- Are ketone supplements worth it?
- Juice and bone broth fasting
- Using binders and other protocols to manage detox symptoms during a fast
- Fasting’s impact on gut microbiome diversity
- The link between fasting, clearing of “zombie cells,” and longevity
Just like we talk about a vitamin D deficiency or a zinc deficiency, autophagy is like an essential nutrient. You have to go through it to be healthy
Dr. David Jockers
How Toxic Are You? [Free Quiz]
Are heavy metals making you sick?
Heavy metal toxicity is often behind digestive issues, systemic infections, stubborn weight gain, brain fog, autoimmune disease, and chronic health conditions.
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About Dr. David Jockers
Dr. David Jockers is a doctor of natural medicine and a world-renowned expert in metabolic health, fasting, and functional nutrition. He runs one of the most popular natural health websites, DrJockers.com, which gets over a million monthly visitors. Dr. Jockers is the author of the bestselling books The Keto Metabolic Breakthrough and The Fasting Transformation, and he hosts the Dr. Jockers Functional Nutrition podcast, consistently ranked as one of the top health and fitness podcasts.
Learn more about Dr. Jockers’ work at drjockers.com
Resources Mentioned In This Episode
Conquering Chronic Inflammation Summit 2.0
Chronic inflammation is the hidden root of nearly every chronic disease—and you can do something about it. At the Conquering Chronic Inflammation Summit 2.0, join us and discover science-backed, root-cause solutions to finally quiet the inflammatory fire. From nutrition to mindset, from supplements to advanced therapies, this summit is your guide to feeling clearer, lighter, stronger, and more alive.
Bon Charge Red Light Face Mask
This cordless red light therapy mask supports collagen, reduces redness, and calms inflammation, especially helpful when stress and trauma show up on your skin. Just 10 minutes a day gives you spa-quality benefits from home. It’s light, painless, and completely wearable while multitasking.
Fresh-Pressed Olive Oil
The health benefits of olive oil, from its antioxidants to polyphenols, are most potent when it’s fresh, but most supermarket olive oil is old and can even be rancid. I get my olive oil from the Fresh-Pressed Olive Oil Club, which sources artisanal oils directly from small farms and ships them to you right after they’re pressed. This ensures you’re getting the freshest, most nutrient-dense, and delicious olive oil possible.
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About Dr. Wendy Myers, ND:
Dr. Wendy Myers, ND is a Naturopathic doctor and founder of Myersdetox.com. She is an internationally recognized expert on heavy metal detox, anti-aging and bioenergetics.
She is a sought-after speaker, #1 bestselling author and the host of the top 50 rated podcast, the Myers Detox Podcast. Her mission is to educate and inspire the globe about topics related to anti-aging – detoxing from our increasingly toxic world to combat disease and increase longevity.
