In this episode, Dr. Nathan Gershfeld shares his transformative journey from electrical engineering to chiropractic medicine, driven by a life-changing health experience involving a tumor. He discusses the impact of dietary changes and fasting on his health, the philosophy behind chiropractic care, and the establishment of his fasting clinic, Fasting Escape, which now offers remote fasting programs. Dr. Gershfeld emphasizes the importance of creating the right conditions for the body to heal itself and the benefits of fasting for various health conditions. In this conversation, Glen and Dr. Gershfeld explore various aspects of fasting, including its duration, health benefits, and the importance of medical supervision. They discuss the differences between water and juice fasting, the role of ketosis, and the implications of fasting for cancer patients. The conversation also touches on dietary interventions for hypertension and the dangers of alcohol consumption, emphasizing the need for a holistic approach to health and wellness.
Find Dr. Gershfeld at www.fastingescape.com
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Dr. Nathan Gershfeld
01:00 Life-Changing Health Experience
09:58 Transition from Engineering to Chiropractic
20:04 The Philosophy of Chiropractic and Fasting
30:04 Fasting Escape: Remote Fasting and Its Benefits
32:50 Understanding Fasting Duration and Individual Needs
33:50 Health Benefits of Fasting for the Well
34:51Types of Fasting: Water vs. Juice
35:47 Fasting and Cancer: Nutritional Considerations
36:46 The Role of Ketosis in Fasting
39:38 The Debate on Ketogenic Diets
42:57 The Importance of Medical Supervision in Fasting
45:50 Hypertension and Dietary Interventions
49:41 The Necessity of Supervised Fasting
53:01 Remote Fasting: Monitoring and Support
54:57 The Beat Your Genes Podcast: Exploring Genetic Influences
57:43 Modern Challenges: Beating Our Genetic Code
01:01:02 The Dangers of Alcohol Consumption
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