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“Dr. Mattson discusses the importance of alternating between periods of stress and recovery. After exposure to hormetic stressors such as exercise or fasting, periods of rest are necessary to build adaptations to the stress. For example, exercise increases muscle growth.”

“That first bite of food that we take after an overnight fast signals the body's circadian clocks to begin their day. But what about other things we might put in our mouth, such as toothpaste? As long as we don't swallow, the use of toothpaste should raise no concerns. In this clip, Dr. Satchin Panda quells concerns that toothpaste might start the circadian clock.”

“Furthermore, the cancer cells become more immunogenic, capable of provoking an immune response. Fasting can also alter proteins on the surface of cancer cells which normally allow them to hide from the immune system.”

“Integral to the benefits associated with time-restricted eating is the concept of fasting physiology, which taps into ancient patterns of defined periods of eating and resting for the purposes of survival.”

“Periods of fasting have a powerful anti-inflammatory effect. In this clip, Dr. Charles Raison describes strategies that have evolved to offset the risks associated with eating, such as inflammation and the antibiotic effects of hyperthermia.”

“Several lifestyle behaviors have been shown to induce autophagy, including exercise, fasting, and dietary intake of so-called caloric restriction mimetics – compounds that “trick” cells into inducing autophagy even in the setting of sufficient nutrient levels.”

“An abundance of scientific data clearly demonstrates that eating a carbohydrate-rich meal prior to endurance exercise training – more than 60 minutes' duration – markedly improves performance in humans.”

“The whole family can participate in an adjusted eating window, which may also provide benefits for conditions including diabetes, fatty liver disease, and acid reflux. In this clip, Dr. Ruth Patterson discusses how simply changing when one eats can have a profound effect on the risk of breast cancer recurrence.”

Dr. Rhonda Patrick answers audience questions on various health, nutrition, and science topics in this Q&A session.

Dr. Rhonda Patrick answers audience questions on various health, nutrition, and science topics in this Q&A session.