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Optimal MetabolismEpisode 213- Why Dry January Could Change Your Life with Amanda KudaAmanda Kuda is an alcohol-free lifestyle expert. After realizing that the best version of herself did not include drinking, she closed the door on alcohol in 2017. Amanda went from being a casual drinker to elevating her life through living alcohol free. Present day, she offers a contemporary perspective on personal growth, self-actualization, and spiritual enlightenment, all through the lens of voluntary sobriety. WHAT WE DISCUSSED: [6:18]- How going alcohol free for 30 days translated into 8 years of sobriety for Amanda. [12:58]- How have Amanda’s friendships been impacted by living alcohol free? [26:08]- Wha...2024-12-1759 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 199- Deciphering Fat Burning, Carb Burning, and Metabolic Flexibility with Lumen Creators Merav and Michal MorTwin sisters Merav and Michal Mor are both Ironman winners and business founders of the Lumen Metabolism Tracker. It is a small handheld device that measures the CO2 concentration in one's breath to understand if you’re burning carbs or fats for energy in real-time. This technology has been used to transform lives through enhancing physical performance, reversing chronic pain and fatigue, and aiding in weight loss. In this episode Merav and Michal shared their advice for promoting physical fitness and recovery to promote metabolic health. WHAT WE DISCUSSED: [6:01]- How wanting to take their athl...2024-09-1055 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 192- Overcoming Picky Eating & Avoiding Childhood Weight Issues with Chef James BarryChef James Barry has been in the culinary industry for over 15 years and is passionate about creating tasteful meals from nutrient dense, whole foods. Most recently, James has launched several functional food products known as Pluck, organ-based seasoning. It's the first of its kind and a simple and delicious way for people to get organ meats into their diet daily. We discussed how you can use Pluck products in the kitchen, how to encourage healthy eating amongst picky eaters (specifically children), and how to optimize blood sugar health in children to overcome the obesity epidemic. WHAT WE D...2024-07-231h 22
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 176- Why Leaky Gut Leads to Autoimmune Illness and What to do About It with Dr. Tom O'BryanDr. Tom O’Bryan is an internationally recognized speaker focused on food sensitivities, environmental toxins, and the development of autoimmune diseases. His 7-part docuseries decoding the steps for optimal wellbeing, The Inflammation Equation, releases April 4th. It covers various health aspects and their effect on inflammation including gut microbiome, environmental toxins, chronic stress, and so much more. As a two-time best selling author and founder of TheDr, Dr. Tom has years of information he shared in this episode. You are sure to walk away with some life changing knowledge! [6:16]- What is leaky gut? What are the 5 pil...2024-03-261h 11
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 148- SUCCESS STORY! Bonnie Browning Loses 45 Pounds and Reverses Fatty Liver!Bonnie Browning began implementing a low insulin lifestyle about 5 months ago. She went from her conventional doctors advice, to exercise and eat a low fat diet, to using the tools and lifestyle adjustments I taught her and seeing life changing changes! We discuss her weight loss journey, fasting regimen, hormonal imbalances, and more. Hope this encourages you! [1:21]- The doors for Low Insulin Academy LIVE are OPEN NOW, until September 14, 2023! The diseases discussed in this episode are completely reversible, all with the right lifestyle changes, which I teach in LIA! I encourage you to register as soon a...2023-09-1256 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 144- Q&A! Elevated Morning Blood Sugars, Why Do I Have IR, Can I do your Program While on Ozempic, Can IR Come and Go?Another Q&A, another episode jam packed with learning opportunities! This week's information pertains to the dawn phenomenon and high morning blood sugar levels, insulin resistance despite doing all the things to stay “healthy", enrolling in my programs while taking Ozempic or other Semaglutide medications, and why insulin resistance can come and go. As always, if you have any additional questions about the material discussed in this episode or any questions applicable to my teachings, please share them with us at support@fasttoheal.info! This week tune in to hear: [1:27]- What causes high blood suga...2023-08-1529 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 109- SUCCESS STORY! Heather Steineke Overcomes Chronic Constipation and Weight Cycling [REPLAY]In this episode I had the opportunity to interview my friend Heather Steinke, who tried various weight loss programs for 35 years until she finally landed upon adapting a low insulin lifestyle that she found to be sustainable. Heather is a busy mom to three children, and also a full-time teacher. In addition, she shares her journey of overcoming awful and chronic constipation plaguing her most of her life! Tune in to hear Heather’s story about: [1:28]- Waitlist is open for the winter session of Finding Nutritional PEACE beginning January 2023! You can find more info an...2022-12-131h 02
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 108- Insulin Resistance Reversal, Getting Back to the BasicsThis week's podcast episode is from a recent summit I was interviewed for, Secrets to Looking Younger, by Jenny Bailey. Tune in to hear me explain the details of what insulin resistance is, the benefits of intermittent fasting, varying fasting protocols, and tips to stabilize blood sugar levels. This week I share: [2:42]- I created my very own holiday gift guide! All items are wellness based and created for all who love to live a healthy lifestyle. Go to https://www.fasttoheal.info/holidayguide to access the guide for FREE! [3:26]- Running only th...2022-12-0648 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 102- SUCCESS STORY! Elizabeth Culver Loses 20 pounds and Discontinues 3 Antidepressants!Success Story Time! Elizabeth Culver is one of my go-getter students who I am so proud of! She has lost 20 pounds over the past three months, improved her energy, transformed her nutritional approach, and discontinued three long-time antidepressants. Whew! Listen in to this encouraging and inspirational testimony from Elizabeth to hear about: [2:35]- Information on my courses! If you missed enrollment for my Finding Nutritional PEACE to reverse insulin resistance, enrollment will open again in January, 2023. In the meantime, Metabolic Makeover is an amazing introductory self-paced course to teach you about the topics I specialize in...2022-10-251h 26
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 101- Kick the Sugar Addiction with Jenn EddenJenn Edden has been a health coach for over 19 years and sugar addiction expert. She is the founder of the Sugar Freedom Method. Here she teaches the “missing links” of what you may not know to help you take control of inflammation in your body and mind. Kick your sugar cravings, renew your energy, and get your confidence back for good is what Jenn is all about! Tune in this week to learn about sugar addictions, how to fight them, and: [3:37]- Information about my courses! Finding Nutritional PEACE has begun, but for those who missed...2022-10-1856 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 100- Quick Meals and Planning Strategies that Heal Inflammation with Carolyn Williams, PhD, RDCarolyn Williams is a registered dietitian, author of the cookbooks Meals that Heal and Meals that Heal One-Pot, and leading culinary nutrition expert. A busy individual herself, Carolyn is constantly looking for ways to simplify healthy meal ideas by making them quick yet still tasty! She is research-based and loves to share the truth behind the latest news and trends in regards to food, diet, and health. Tune in this week to learn about inflammation, its relationship with food, and: [8:16]- How Carolyn understood the importance of inflammation and stepped into writing cookbooks [17:43...2022-10-111h 07
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 99- Wake Up and Read the Labels! with Jen SmileyJen Smiley is a master food coach and founder of Wake Up and Read the Labels. She helps empower people to feel their best and she teaches how to look past marketing tactics and choose real foods made with real ingredients. She specializes in helping those with fatigue, skin issues, and stubborn weight, through her innovative, sustainable, and most importantly, simple approach to eating clean. Tune in this week to learn about label reading and how to be a smart consumer, along with: [1:53]- Updates on my newest and highest level course, Finding Nutritional PEACE a...2022-10-0357 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 98- How Gut Health and Food Sensitivities Play a Role in Weight Loss Resistance with Margaret Floyd BarryMargaret Floyd Berry is a functional nutritionist, writer and real food advocate. She is the founder of Eat Naked Kitchen, and the owner and director of Restorative Wellness Solutions. She has authored the books Eat Naked and The Naked Foods Cookbook. A believer in the healing power of food, she helps individuals transform their health - and their life - through simple, sustainable shifts in their diet and lifestyle. Today, learn about digestion, autoimmunity, food sensitivities and: [1:28]- Enrollment for Finding Nutritional PEACE is now live! Learn how to reverse insulin resistance and live a d...2022-09-271h 04
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 96- Combining Genetics, Lab Testing and Personalized Nutrition to Finally Heal with Dr. Mike MallinToday we welcome guest Dr. Mike Mallin. Dr. Mallin started the company Wild Health in hopes to transform the ways of modern day medicine. Here, the team at Wild Health combine genomics and blood testing to find the root causes of many stubborn health issues. They personally work with individuals to heal the body through food and supplement specific recommendations. This week we discuss: [3:22]- We are two weeks away from the launch of my online reversing insulin resistance course, Finding Nutritional PEACE. It launches on OCT 3, and registration is now open HERE! [4:50...2022-09-2058 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 95- Keto Q&A, Protein Shakes and Bars, and Fueling Your Exercise with Chris IrvinChris Irvin is a health researcher, writer, and educator focusing on the impact of low carb and ketogenic diets relating to health and human performance. He is the creator of the brand Ketologist and the author of Keto Answers. A wonderful wealth of knowledge, Chris is a positive voice in light of how to use the ketogenic state to best suite your bodies needs and healing. Tune in to this week's episode to learn: [2:30]- The launch of my online reversing insulin resistance course, Finding Nutritonal PEACE on OCT 3, and getting on the WAITLIST for a s...2022-09-131h 12
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 94- The Benefits of Castor Oil for Detox, Sleep, Hormones, Hair, Digestion, Fertility, Thyroid, Kids, Mental Health, and MORE with Dr. Sherri McKnightTODAY'S GUEST: Dr. Sherri McKnight is the medical director of Queen of the Thrones, the #1 castor oil pack brand in North America. Dr. Sherri saw the profound effects of castor oil in her own life, and having a holistic healing background, became the medical director in January of 2022. She is a wealth of knowledge around castor oil, and how to use it to decrease inflammation, improve sleep, restore digestive health, and so much more! In this week's podcast, you will learn: [7:40]- The launch of my online reversing insulin resistance course, Finding Nutritonal...2022-09-061h 06
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 93- HOT TOPIC! How do I Give Up My Coffee With __ ?Many of my clients and followers are willing to make necessary lifestyle changes to reverse their insulin resistance, except when it comes to their coffee! So many struggle to give up creamers, sweeteners and alternative sweeteners, or protein sources added to coffee, and make the switch to black coffee instead. In this week's episode I discuss the importance of knowing your goals, and how adjusting when and how you consume coffee can help you accomplish them! This week we discuss: (2:05) Get on the waitlist for the LIVE LAUNCH of my 6-week Finding Nutritional PEACE course starting O...2022-08-3038 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 92- BONUS EPISODE! My Fast To Heal Interview on Dr. Tabatha's Gutsy Gynecologist ShowIn this episode, I am a guest on Dr. Tabatha Barber's Gutsy Gynecologist show! Have you struggled seeing results with conventional diet recommendations? Have you tried certain diet styles that just did not work, or only worked for a little while until you ended up right back where you started? Today’s guest, Shana Hussin, is a Registered Dietician with 20+ years in the field, but really found the key to metabolic flexibility after searching for answers with a family health condition. She focuses on intermittent fasting done right! You will hear: The difference be...2022-08-231h 08
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 91-Q&A! The Best Time To Fast, Stopping Binging, Addressing Headaches, and Getting Over Social PressureSince I have had so many question submissions, I am continuing this week with Q&A! In today’s podcast I address determining the best time to fast, how to stop binging at night, why you may be getting headaches, and how to get over the social pressure while following this lifestyle. Here is what's covered in the weeks episode: [7:00] Q:When is the best time to fast? [12:40] Q: How do I stop binging at night? [17:40] Q: What are possible reasons for my headaches? [25:25] Q: How do I get over the social pressure that comes along with t...2022-08-1636 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 90- Q&A! Why Can't I Lose Belly Fat? Is This Doable With PCOS? Why Am I Always Hungry? Why Won't My Weight Move Despite Fasting?Finally, a long awaited Q&A! In today’s podcast I address four of the most common inquiries I receive on a daily basis, providing useful insight on how to combat the struggles of targeting weight loss, fasting and PCOS, constant hunger, and struggling to lose weight despite fasting! You asked, I answered. Here is what's covered in the weeks episode: [5:20] How my available courses can help you manage insulin resistance and weight loss. [9:38] Q: Why can’t I lose belly fat? Your body prioritizes burning visceral fat first Where you gained weight first is where you will...2022-08-0938 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 89- FOLLOW-UP STORY! Dealing With Weight Regain Due To Medications with Kirk RipplingerKirk Ripplinger lost 100+ pounds with intermittent fasting and carb restriction, but after 1 year of maintenance found himself regaining back some of the weight, which was very disheartening. Kirk didn't want to succumb to weigh regain after he worked so hard to become meatbolically healthy and able to maintain his weight loss for so long. He decided to get in touch with his practitioner, and together they figured out a new medication was driving his appetite and making it impossibly difficult to fast. We discuss how Kirk got off-track, steps he took to stop the weight...2022-08-021h 07
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 88- Understanding Leptin Resistance and How to Reverse it With Dr. Bindiya GandhiDoctor Bindiya Gandhi is a double board-certified integrative and functional medicine doctor, and is the medical director at ReviveAtlanta M.D. Atlanta Functional and Integrative Medicine, a comprehensive clinic focused on total body healing. After dealing with her own medical crisis and eventually improving her overall health to rebalance her hormones Dr. Bindiya was able to heal her body and developed a strong interest in hormone regulation. She is an expert in leptin resistance, which we will learn more about today. We discuss the following topics, and more! What the hormone leptin (satiety) is and how l...2022-07-2656 min
Optimal MetabolismThyroid Health, Weight Loss Plateau's, and Seed Cycling with Dr. Rebecca WarrenDr. Rebecca Warren has spent the last 14 years not only reclaiming her own health after a thyroidectomy at age 19, but also coaching others across the US who have had their thyroid removed or have been diagnosed with a thyroid condition, achieve optimal health and go from victim to victor. In this episode we discuss: Dr. Rebecca’s struggle with thyroid health and getting well after a thyroidectomy at age 19 Weight loss plateau’s as it relates to the thyroid and how to start improving thyroid health Carb flexing with the menstrual cycle Using seed cycling to support a heal...2022-07-1958 min
Optimal MetabolismWeight Loss Resistance, Hormone Testing, and Hormone Replacement Therapy with Karen MartelIn 2019 Karen Martel had premature ovarian failure, and found herself quickly heading into menopause at the age of 42. This turned out to be a blessing in disguise as she started avidly studying peri and post menopause conditions. Karen reversed her menopause is now on a mission to help women sail through this time and reverse their hormone imbalances. Karen trained at the Nutrition Coach Institute (NCI) and became a certified Hormone Specialist. NCI has one of the only Hormone Specialist programs where she could obtain certification of completion for Mastering Thyroid and Mastering Gut Health. With this ed...2022-07-121h 04
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 84- How Laurie Lewis Has Kept Off 50 Pounds With Intermittent Fasting Since 2018In 2012, Laurie Lewis gained 50 pounds as she progressed through menopause, despite no changes to her nutrition or lifestyle. For the next 5 years, she tried every strategie she could find in an attempt to lose the extra weight... except for intermittent fasting. In 2017 she discovered IF, implemented it within a few days, and proceeded to lose the 50 pounds she had gained over the next 15 months. She has kept the weight off ever since! In this podcast episode, we discuss: Laurie's story and how whe felt like herself within 3 days of implementing intermittent fasting after struggling...2022-06-281h 07
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 83- Determining Your Level of Insulin Resistance and Treatment Options with Dr. Alexandra SowaInsulin resistance is at the root cause of almost every lifestyle disease. It only makes sense to live a low-insulin lifestyle in order to reverse it. Dr. Alexandra Sowa is passionate about helping her patients reverse insulin resistance, and having a way to test for it at their fingertips. In this podcast episode, we discuss: Dr. Sowa's personal story and growing interest in insulin resistance What insulin resistance is, and why she developed home testing for it Why your doctor may not want to test for insulin resistance What is included in testing kits and how...2022-06-211h 01
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 82- HOT TOPIC! Adapting Your Fasting Schedule To Shiftwork and Special EventsShiftwork and special events can be challenging to work around when trying to adapt an intermittent fasting and low-insulin lifestyle! In this episode I talk about many recommendations to make shiftwork transitions easier, including: The 2 main recommendations I use when adapting to any work shift What to think about with overall nutrition and planning meals for ongoing success Strategies to help reset natural sleep/wake rhythms when coming off different work shifts Follow me on: Instagram: @shana.hussin.rdn Facebook: Fast To Heal With Shana Hussin Website: https://www.fast...2022-06-1440 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 81- Dr. Tabatha Barber Explains Why Women Don't Need To Be Miserable As They Go Through Hormonal Changes!Dr. Tabatha Barber is a triple board-certified OB/GYN physician who specializes in using functional medicine for treating women's health. She is also known as The Gutsy Gynecologist, the name of her informative podcast. Dr. Barber is the kind of healthcare provider we are all looking for! She answers all the questions that women are often afraid to ask. Here is what we discuss in the podcast, plus MORE! Female sex hormones and how they relate to a healthy menstrual cycle Making an informed decision around birth control and knowing side effects Hormone replacement therapy availability...2022-06-071h 22
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 80- Deep Diving Into Insulin Resistance with Dr. Morgan NolteDr. Morgan Nolte is a geriatric physical therapist from near Omaha, NE. She is passionate about helping adults reverse insulin resistance and live free of diabetes, dementia, and heart disease that has plagued the geriatric population. In this episode, we discuss: Morgan's personal health journey into becoming passionate around studying and reversing insulin resistance Going deeper into the causes of insulin resistance, and how to treat it Why calories in versus calories out fails to heal weight issues long-term How ghrelin and leptin play a role in fat burning, appetite, and finding success with food freedom...2022-05-311h 06
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 79- Going Carnivore-ish and Targeting Protein Needs with Beth LiptonBeth Lipton joins me today to talk about her book Carnivore-ish, which she co-wrote with Ashleigh VanHouten. They debunk the conventional "wisdom" that tells us to eat less or no meat, and explain what really works for looking and feeling the way you want to is more animal protein. Their book contains no dogma, no deprivation, no strict rules, and no fear mongering. It is a science-backed approach to eating that will give you the body you want, inside and out. In this episode, we discuss: Beth's personal health journey into adding more animal protein into...2022-05-241h 08
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 78- HOT TOPIC! Meeting your WEIGHT LOSS Goals With Therapeutic Fasting and Timed EatingMost people implement intermittent fasting and/or time-restricted eating for weight loss or to change body composition. They find so many additional benefits after metabollic health is restored. In this episode, I discuss which methods of fasting I recommend for WEIGHT LOSS: Time-restricted eating (TRE) as a strategy for weight loss and maintenance Therapeutic levels of fasting to REVERSE obesity and disease, and how often to implement (24, 36, 42, and 48 hour fasts) Fasting for women vs. men Fat loss vs. weight loss Follow me on: Instagram: @shana.hussin.rdn Facebook: Fast To Heal With Shana Hu...2022-05-1738 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 77- Casey Ruff Explains How to Know if you are Burning Fat or Carbs and How to Get Out of the Hunger CycleCasey Ruff has 15 years of experience as a personal trainer and has extensive knowledge in the area of metabolic teasting. In addition to personal training, he is also a lifestyle coach and performance enhancement specialist. With his nutrition coaching certifications, he specializes in low-carb lifestyles, including ketogenic and carnivore diets. In this episode we discuss finding peace around food, as well as: (12:00) Using metabolic carts and metabolic testing to decipher glucose burning versus fat burning (19:18) How different types of exercise affect our attempts at weight loss and adding stress to our bodies (26:00) How to...2022-05-101h 05
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 76- Low-Carb Dietitian Heather DiBiasi Helps Women Lose Weight with Blood Sugar Balance Heather DiBiasi is a low-carb registered dietitian who teaches women how to balance their blood sugar and hunger hormones to bec0me efficient at fat burning. Heather and I discuss the following: Heather's personal story of using low-carb to finally stop weight cycling Why she started teaching low-carb despite being trained in the conventional system The biggest issues we see working clients through low-carb compliance Meal order relating to blood sugar Heather's thoughts on fasting Thoughts on "cheat days" Find out more about Heather: website: www.heatheredibiasi.com Instagram: @lowcarb.nutrition2022-05-031h 02
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 75- HOT TOPIC! Is Exercise Necessary for Weight Loss and Reversing Insulin Resistance? Exercise has endless benefits, we know this! But is it actually necessary to lose weight and reverse insulin resistance? While it is extremely helpful, it is not absolutely necessary. I explain why in this podcast episode, in addition to: The role exercise plays in weight loss and reversing insulin resistance Why some exercise like crazy but still struggle to lose weight Which forms of exercise to focus on Exercising for enjoyment vs. calorie burning How to reduce glycogen storage to stimulate fat burning Follow me on: Instagram: @shana.hussin.rdn Facebook: Fa...2022-04-2633 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 74- BONUS! My Mealtime Mastery Interview on the Boundless Body Radio PodcastToday I am releasing a bonus episode! This is my second appearance on the Boundless Body Radio podcast with host Casey Ruff. In this episode, we discuss my newest online course Mealtime Mastery, and its companion Fast To Heal Recipe book. We discuss meal planning, conquering cravings, and working on hunger and satiety hormones. In my first guest appearance on Boundless Body, we talk about intermittent fasting and my book, Fast To Heal in episode 183. Make sure to check out this awesome podcast! Casey is an amazing host, and the interview will air...2022-04-191h 09
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 73- HOT TOPIC! Are Blood Sugar Crashes Causing Symptoms of Hypoglycemia? If you feel like you need to eat all the time for fear of shakiness, being "hangry", anxious, or dizzy, this episode will help you immensly! Hypoglycemia can lead to a myriad of symptoms, ranging from small annoyances of mild hunger, a bit of brain fog, and tiredness to major life disturbances such as passing out, fear of being alone, nighttime heart palpitations, and not being able to drive for fear of overwhelming symptoms. What's worse, fasting might be very difficult if you are experiencing blood sugar crashes or reactive hypoglycemia. In this...2022-04-1235 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 68- Ben Azadi Interviews Me on the Keto Kamp podcastShow Notes from the Keto Kamp podcast with Ben Azadi: Today, I am blessed to have here with me Shana Hussin. She grew up in Wisconsin, and earned her dietetics degree from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point in 1999. While very active throughout her entire lifetime, she struggled with weight gain in college, despite following conventional nutrition recommendations and exercising extensively. It took many years to figure out why she was so much bigger then, but the truth revealed itself when Shana discovered hormonal connections between weight gain, and eventually growing sick and fat. Shana has...2022-03-081h 00
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 64- 5 Strategies to Master Your Eating Window My new course, Mealtime Mastery, is now Live! It is one thing to master intermittent fasting, but quite another to feel in control of your eating window. For this reason, I developed a special course for those struggling, and outline everything in the course in this episode. Here are the 5 lessons discussed: Preparing your eating environment Foods to focus on during meals Conquering cravings Getting beyond binging Strategies for long-term mealtime success FOLLOW ME ON: Instagram: @shana.hussin.rdn Facebook: Fast To Heal With Shana Hussin Website: https://www.fas...2022-02-0826 min
Optimal MetabolismDo You Need to Go Low-Carb to Lose Weight? While I am not completely against eating carbohydrates, I do believe that lowering overall intake to a therapeutic level is helpful for just about anyone. In this episode I discuss: Why we should think about lowering carbs to burn body fat Which level of carbohydrate is appropriate for you Glycogen storage Populations that may benefit from even lower levels of carb in their eating plan and why FOLLOW ME ON: Instagram: @shana.hussin.rdn Facebook: Fast To Heal With Shana Hussin Website: https://www.fasttoheal.info/ ADDITIONAL LIN...2022-01-2528 min
Optimal MetabolismDo Men Lose Weight Faster Than Women? This isn't really a black or white kind of answer, but I'll do my best! There are many factors that come into play, and I discuss several. Men do tend to lose weight more quickly in the beginning, but it levels out and over the long haul, women will catch up. Here are other factors to think about: Bringing insulin levels down first and foremost Women's hormonal fluctuations Past "diet" or calorie deficit centered programs and how much weight you have to lose Overall nutrition plan and approach FOLLOW ME ON: Instagram: @shana.h...2022-01-1826 min
Optimal MetabolismA Different Approach to Kill Sugar Cravings Sugar cravings are very real! How do you get back on track following a period of higher carb eating, longer eating windows, or falling off track? In this episode I discuss many strategies to killing sugar cravings and getting back on track: Bringing insulin levels down Decreasing carbs over time Extending fasting times Consider a fat fast, which will help decrease insulin, promote fat burning, and help you get back on track! FOLLOW ME ON: Instagram: @shana.hussin.rdn Facebook: Fast To Heal With Shana Hussin Website: htt...2022-01-1118 min
Optimal MetabolismBest-Selling Author Ben Azadi Transforms His Life and Teaches Others The Same With Keto Flexing!In 2008, Ben Azadi, FDN-P, went through a personal health transformation, shredding 80 pounds of fat. Ever since, he has been on a mission to help 1 billion people live a healthier lifestyle. He is known as ‘The Health Detective’ because he investigates dysfunction, and he educates, not medicates, to bring the body back to normal function. Ben is the founder of Keto Kamp; a global brand bringing awareness to ancient healing strategies such as the keto diet and fasting. Ben is the host of a top 20 podcast, The Keto Kamp Podcast; and the fast growing Keto Kamp YouTube...2022-01-041h 02
Optimal MetabolismMy 2021 Pep Talk for YOU! I get it. It's the end of the year, it's after the holidays, and it is hard to get back on track and prioritize health. Here is my 2021 pep talk for you! In this episode I give you the momentum to get back to finding your best health, and outline my programs that will get your rolling in the right direction. I also recommend many books and resources for you to find your best health going into 2022! FOLLOW ME ON: Instagram: @shana.hussin.rdn Facebook: Fast To Heal With Shana Hussin...2021-12-2822 min
Optimal MetabolismDr. Tracy Page Interviews Me About Healing With Intermittent Fasting In this episode I am interviewed by Dr. Tracy Page of Wisconsin Functional Medicine. We discuss how fasting can heal the body and allow you to develop nutritional peace around food. What You Will Learn: What the acronym PEACE stands for with respect to fasting Why the traditional food pyramid and dietary recommendations fail most people when it comes to losing weight Reversing chronic disease, and getting healthy How fasting will decrease gut issues like bloating, gas, abdominal discomfort and reverse chronic disease What it means to be a sugar versus a fat burner W...2021-12-2146 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 57- Adrenal Fatigue or Adrenalin Dominance? with Dr. Michael PlattToday I am joined by the intriguing Dr. Michael Platt. He is board-certified in Internal Medicine and has nearly four decades of experience working with patients in varied clinical settings from medical groups to eldercare medicine to health research. Dr. Platt, a specialist in natural hormone replacement, has successfully treated thousands of patients worldwide. He's the author of the popular Miracle of Bio-Identical Hormones and his latest book, Adrenaline Dominance: A Revolutionary Approach to Wellness. Dr. Platt currently maintains a practice in Palm Desert, California, devoted to wellness and a preventive approach to illness. In...2021-12-141h 08
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 56- SUCCESS STORY! Wade Paffenroth Loses 39 Pounds and Reverses Pre-Diabetes in 12 Weeks After struggling with his weight most of his adult life, Wade Paffenroth decided to follow in his wife's footsteps and implement the Fast To Heal strategies that had brought her so much success. 12 weeks later he is almost 40 pounds lighter with a much simpler lifestyle! More importantly, he reversed his dreadful diagnosis of pre-diabetes, and has transitioned from a sugar burner to a fat burner. Elevated energy and feeling in control of his eating are extra bonuses. Don't miss his empowering story! FOLLOW ME ON: Instagram: @shana.hussin.rdn F...2021-12-0739 min
Optimal MetabolismJimmy Moore Clears Confusion Around Cholesterol, Saturated Fats, and Lab Testing Confused about cholesterol levels? You're not alone! Jimmy Moore is one of the leading authorities on truthful saturated fat and cholesterol information. Jimmy teamed up with Dr. Eric Westman to write the best-selling book, Cholesterol Clarity in 2013. He has authored several additional best-selling books. Jimmy is a prominent and highly respected health blogger and podcaster, and Dr. Westman is a practicing internist and nutrition researcher. Cholesterol Clarity is one of the most unique books you'll ever read on this subject, featuring exclusive interviews with twenty-nine of the world's top experts from various fields to give y...2021-12-0154 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 54- Why Temple Stewart, RD, Left Conventional Nutrition to Truly Heal Clients!Temple Stewart is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist specializing in low-carb/ketogenic diets. She graduated from the University of Tennessee before starting her career at the Veteran's Affairs hospital in Bay Pines, Florida. After 3 years working as a Clinical Dietitian, Temple started her own private practice specializing in the ketogenic diet. Motivated by her own journey of reversing PCOS, losing 40 lbs, and getting pregnant naturally, Temple helps women all over the world take back control over their health and hormones. FOR MORE INFORMATION FROM TEMPLE STEWART: Website: https://templestewartrd.com/ Instagram: the...2021-11-2352 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 53- From Hospitalist to Low-Carb Health Coach with Dr. Elie Jarrouge Dr. Elie Jarrouge was trained in the conventional medical system, and has been a hospitalist since 2013. After watching conventional treatments for chronic disease fail his patients over and over, and after suffering from his own health issues, he decided to do his own research and do something about his frustrations with the medical system. He discovered the power of whole food, low-carbohydrate diets and lifestyles, and also fasting protocols. He now works as an online health coach so that he can help more people with the wisdom he's gained! FOR MORE INFORMATION FROM...2021-11-1654 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 52- Treating Diabetic Patients With Low-Carb Diets and Fasting with Alyssa Gallagher, RD Like most conventionally trained dietitians, Alyssa Gallagher began her career as a practitioner recommending standard nutrition guidelines, growing frustrated in the process, as her patients were not losing weight or coming off insulin and medications. Seven years ago Alyssa was introduced to low-carb by a dietitian friend, and started to see results implementing low-carb eating into her own life. She now helps diabetic patients turn their weight and health around. FOR MORE INFORMATION FROM ALYSSA GALLAGHER: Instagram: @alyssag_rd Alyssa was also featured in the insightful documentary, Fat Fiction. You can...2021-11-0946 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 51- Adapting Keto Eating to Power Weight Loss with Jess ReidJess Reid adapted a low-carb keto diet over 8 years ago with the intention of short-term weight loss. She felt so good following low-carb that she made it a long-term lifestyle! After losing 50 pounds and feeling highly empowered, she decided to coach women along their weight loss and keto journeys. Jess speaks about her past struggles with weight and disordered eating, and how she now focuses on low-carb nutrition as a form of self-care. FOR MORE INFORMATION FROM JESS REID: Website: www.theketofit.com. Instagram: @theketofit FOLLOW ME ON:2021-11-0257 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 50- What Type of Interference is Holding You Back From Achieving Better Health? with Dr. Raymond Nichols Today's guest is chiropractor Dr. Ray Nichols, whose mission is to connect the disconnected, the disempowered and the suffering, and get them back to their authentic power and expression. He helps people function better, heal better and adapt to LIFE better, by ensuring the brain-body connection is functioning optimally. Chiropractic goes beyond head pain, neck pain and back pain! We discuss subluxations, and how they relate to the entire body, including the digestive, reproductive, and nervous systems. You will also hear Dr. Ray's thoughts on fasting! FOR MORE INFORMATION FROM RAYMOND NICHOLS: 2021-10-2648 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 49- Achieving Nutritional PEACE I had the opportunity to discuss my teaching on the Boundless Body Podcast. Show notes from the Boundless Body Radio Podcast: Shana Hussin earned her dietetics degree from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point in 1999 and has now worked in the medical nutrition field for over 20 years! While very active throughout her entire lifetime, she struggled with weight gain in college, despite following conventional nutrition recommendations and exercising extensively. Eventually, Shana discovered the hormonal connections that lead to weight gain. She is the author of Fast To Heal: A 5-Step Guide to Achieving Nutritional PEACE and Re...2021-10-191h 04
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 47- SUCCESS STORY! Kirk Ripplinger Loses Over 100 Pounds with an Intermittent Fasting and Low-Carb Eating Approach!At 311 pounds, Kirk Ripplinger knew he had to do something about his weight and health. Fed up after failing diet attempts and eating plans that did not support eating "real food", Kirk adapted an intermittent fasting and low-carb eating approach with the help of Katie at http://www.bismarckmedicalweightloss.com/. In one year, Kirk lost over 100 pounds, no longer has sleep apnea, has seen the aches and pains in his joints dissolve, went from pre-diabetic to healthy blood sugar ranges, lost 15% body fat, and lost 30.5 TOTAL INCHES off his body! He is now in a 34" waist for...2021-10-0556 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 46- How Does a Heavy Work Load Contribute to Stress Management? with Joe Sanok Joe Sanok is a keynote and TEDx speaker, business consultant, and podcaster. In this episode, we discuss Joe's new book, Thursday is the New Friday. We talk a lot about stress management on this podcast, and Joe points out how our current workweek and lifestyles contribute to a high amount of stress. How did the 5-day work week even begin? When do we do our best work? How can we encourage our employers to adapt a 4-day work week? We discuss these topics and MORE! FOR MORE INFORMATION FROM JOE SANOK: Website: www.p...2021-09-2825 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 45- Tracking My Blood Sugar with a Continuous Glucose Monitor! My friends at Nutrisense shared with me a continuous glucose monitoring as a tool to see trends in food response, stress, sleep, and exercise. This device can be life-changing! I discuss what I learned during my experience with a CGM: My response to different foods My response to the order of foods eaten How fasting affected my blood sugar How exercise affected my blood sugar Foods that affected my blood sugar the most How to interpret results Strategies that quickly helped stabilize my blood sugar readings Visit nutrisense.io to order your own c...2021-09-2241 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 44- How to Use the Fasting Mimicking Diet with Dr. Will Hsu Dr. William is the CMO of L-Nutra and continues to advance the science and research on the Fasting Mimicking Diet. The ProLon Fasting Mimicking Diet is the first and only meal program that has undergone clinical trials at the University of Southern California and been patented for its healthy-aging effects. This 5-Day meal program provides scientifically researched nutrients in precise quantities and combinations that nourish you, but are not recognized as food by your body, therefore mimicking a fasting state! Trigger autophagy, enhance clarity, and renew cells. FOR MORE INFORMATION FROM DR. HSU:2021-09-1446 min
Optimal MetabolismYou've Implemented Intermittent Fasting But Haven't Seen Much Progress... Now What?? We all know those people who adapt a 16:8 intermittent fasting lifestyle and the weight just falls off, and miracles unfold. It happens sometimes, but many people require additional interventions. WHAT NOW? In this episode I outline 5 possible culprits to evaluate if your progress is stubborn! Look at carb intake. Look at fat intake. Explore longer fasts. Evaluate overall exercise. Determine possible food sensitivities. FOLLOW ME ON: Instagram: @shana.hussin.rdn Facebook: Fast To Heal With Shana Hussin Website: https://www.fasttoheal.info/ ADDITIONAL LINKS: B...2021-09-0826 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 42- Learn How To Simply Integrate More Organ Meats Into Your Diet with James Barry James Barry has been a professional chef and in the culinary field for over 16 years. His passion for ancestral eating and innate healing has lead him to develop a product to easily integrate more organ meats into our mainstream nutrition. James launched his first functional food product, Pluck, an organ-based, all-purpose seasoning. It's the first of its kind and an amazingly easy and delicious way for people to get organ meats into their diet. Organ meats are packed with nutrition, and we discuss easy and practical ways to utilize organ meats, without having to cook...2021-08-3158 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 41- 3 Strategies to Try if You Are Struggling with Progress Planning and support are key to your success! You can also try a fat fast to burn out carb stores and help your body in to fat burning mode. In this episode of Fast To Heal Stories, I outline 3 strategies you can try implementing if you are not seeing the progress you would like. 1. Having a plan, both with eating and life! 2. Finding Support 3. Implementing a Fat Fast FAT FASTING GUIDE FOLLOW ME ON: Instagram: @shana.hussin.rdn Facebook: Fast To Heal With Sh...2021-08-2415 min
Optimal Metabolism5 Tips to Nip Childhood Obesity in the Bud! Parenting is Hard, Not To Mention Keeping Your Child Happy and Healthy! In this episode of Fast To Heal Stories, I outline 5 steps to help your child find the best possible health using optimal nutrition. Eat 3 square meals, eliminate snacks. Drink water only, especially in between meals. Eat at home whenever possible. Take a hard look at sugar and processed food intake. Promote activity and limit screen time. I share my thoughts on each of these tips, and why I recommend them. FOLLOW ME ON: Instagram: @shana.hussin.rdn F...2021-08-1735 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 39- Digestion Basics, Fasting, Functional Testing, Healing From PCOS, and More with Danielle Hamilton, FNTP Danielle Hamilton, FNTP, was told that her PCOS, asthma, and allergies were non-reversible and she would need prescription meds to manage her illnesses. After discovering the paleo diet, most of Danielle's issues reversed. By adding in intermittent fasting and low-carb eating to further balance her blood sugars, she completely came off all her meds and is now healthy and thriving. Danielle went back to school to become a Functional Nutrition Therapist and now passionately helps others improve their nutrition, digestion, blood sugar balance, and overall health. FOR MORE INFORMATION FROM DANIELLE HAMILTON: Website...2021-08-101h 02
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 38- Overcoming Sugar Cravings, Constant Hunger Fat Fasting and Fasting VariationsIn today’s episode, Chantel Ray of the Waist Away podcast interviews me! We discuss How To Stop Craving Sweet Foods, Appetite Control, Fat Fasting and How To Do It, How To Make Doing A 24 Hour Fast Easily, How To Implement A 42-48 Hour Fast, and more! FOLLOW ME ON: Instagram: @shana.hussin.rdn Facebook: Fast To Heal With Shana Hussin Website: https://www.fasttoheal.info/ ADDITIONAL LINKS: BE ON THE PODCAST by emailing support@fasttoheal.info and sharing your story of how Fast to Heal Se...2021-08-0328 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 37- Using Fasting and Nutritional Protocols to Support Cancer Treatments with Martha Tettenborn, RD Martha Tettenborn, RD shares her inspiring story of surviving and thriving through cancer and chemo treatments! It is no secret that cancer thrives on sugar. Cancer cells need it, unable to grow without a steady supply of glucose. But when you’re diagnosed, nutrition recommendations often result in increased blood sugars, the essential food that cancer cells need to thrive. In her book Hacking Chemo, Registered Dietitian and cancer survivor @marthatettenborn offers a new way of treating cancer with minimal side effects and maximum effectiveness. As Martha says, change how you fuel your body, add in a "take control" attitude, and y...2021-07-271h 04
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 36- Intermittent Fasting as a Tool for Thyroid Health with Dr. Rebecca Warren Dr. Rebecca is one of the leading experts around thyroid health. At age 16 she suffered a massive gallbladder attack, and her gallbladder was removed. At 19, Rebecca suffered thyroid cancer, and her thyroid was removed. Shortly after that, she made it her mission to take her health into her own hands. She became a chiropractor, and now educates others about this small, but mighty organ. Dr. Rebecca and I discuss the following: What does the thyroid do and how can you tell if it is working efficiently? Can you practice intermittent fasting with thyroid issues? How are...2021-07-201h 03
Optimal MetabolismWhat to do if You're Gaining Weight Despite Intermittent FastingIt happens. Some struggle with gaining back lost weight despite intermittent fasting. Although fasting is a very powerful strategy to reverse insulin resistance and chronic disease, it is not the end all be all to every issue. In this episode I discuss habits and issues that may be coming into play, and strategies to try if your progress has stalled or you are seeing regression. You can find Shana’s book, Fast To Heal, A 5-Step Guide to Achieving Nutritional PEACE on Amazon in paperback and Kindle versions. It is also available on her website, ht...2021-07-1538 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 34- SUCCESS STORY! Miranda Hugghins Reverses Chronic Illness Through Keto and Intermittent Fasting Miranda Hugghins had reached 321 pounds by the time she graduated high school. Although many of her family members also struggled with obesity and chronic health issues, she knew something needed to change, and it was up to her to change it. Miranda did a lot of research and implemented the keto lifestyle in 2019, and intermittent fasting shortly after that. Before Miranda started the keto and IF lifestyle, she suffered from PCOS, pre-diabetes, and obesity. Within 1 week of starting the keto lifestyle, she had her menstrual cycle, and has since reversed her PCOS and pre-diabetes. Take...2021-07-071h 00
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 33- The Benefits of Continuous Glucose Monitoring with Cheri Bantilan, RD Cheri Bantilan is a registered dietitian for Nutrisense, and an expert in using continuous glucose monitoring as a tool to see trends in blood glucose, including food response, stress, sleep, and exercise. This device can be life-changing! In this episode we discuss: What is a CGM and what it is used for? How can a CGM measure metabolic health? Does it tell us more than the scale? What are the ranges to look for and how can you tell if you react favorably or unfavorably to a certain food? Can we draw connections between...2021-06-291h 02
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 32- The 7 Top Health Habits as Shared by Dave Sherwin Dave Sherwin is the host of The Dirobi Health Show, and has helped more than 100,000 people lose weight and improve their health since starting his health company in 2009. Dave teaches 7 top health habits and simple principles to live by including: Drink a lot of water, no sweetened drinks Eat slowly and mindfully Intermittent Fast Eat a healthy balance of micronutrients Use a simple supplement strategy Exercise daily Get 7-9 hours of sleep a night Learn more about Dave at https://dirobi.com/ You can find Shana’s book, Fast To Heal, A 5-Step Gu...2021-06-1553 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 31- Using Healthy Foods to Fuel Your Body with Chantel Ray Chantel Ray has kept more than 30 pounds off for several years by combining intermittent fasting and a keto-flex diet. She is the author of Waist Away, One Meal and a Tasting, and host of the Waist Away podcast. Chantel has interviewed hundreds of women who have lost weight and kept it off, and studies their habits for insight into their success. Chantel is an expert intermittent faster, and gives tips about changing up fasting protocols, slowing down the pace of meals, clean fasting, her approach to fasting, sleep, and more! FOR MORE INFORMATION...2021-06-0858 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 30- SUCCESS STORY! Beth Voet Experiences Healing With Intermittent Fasting and Gluten-Free Diet Beth Voet suffered from debilitating migraines, shoulder, and neck pain. Shana helped her start a gluten-free diet in January of 2021, and shortly after, Beth joined Shana's Winter 2021 Challenge and implemented IF. In a short 5 months, Beth has lost 16 pounds, increased her energy, and rarely experiences migraines. Her family has embraced her new gluten-free lifestyle and they are all benefitting from Beth's changes. Beth is grateful to be able to participate in the activities of her busy family of 7 without them having to worry about her health! FOLLOW ME ON: Instagram: @shana.hussin.rdn2021-06-011h 08
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 29- What About Health at Every Size? Do you believe you can be healthy at every size? In this episode of Fast To Heal Stories, I explore the concept of health at every size (HAES). The HAES movement is based on the following principles: Accept your size. Trust yourself. Adopt healthy lifestyle habits. Find joy in moving your body. Eat when hungry and stop when full. I give my thoughts on each of these principles, and whether or not I believe the HAES movement can be more detrimental than beneficial. FOLLOW ME ON: Instagram: @shana.hussin.rdn Facebook: Fa...2021-05-2538 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 28- Confused About Carbs? Carbohydrate Consumption Guidance Here! Carbohydrate intake can be so confusing! In this episode, we discuss all things related to carbohydrate intake, including the following: Should we limit our intake? What type of carbs should we focus on eating? Are carbs essential to our health? How are low-carb, therapeutic and nutritional ketosis levels of carbs categorized? Which level would benefit me? Should I follow the standard nutritional guidelines for carbs? All these questions answered, plus more! FOLLOW ME ON: Instagram: @shana.hussin.rdn Facebook: Fast To Heal With Shana Hussin Website: https://www.fasttoheal.info...2021-05-1341 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 27- Which Fasting Protocols Is Best For YOU?There are many different types of fasting… intermittent, alternate day, one meal a day, crescendo fasting, extended fasts, and more! How do you know where to start? Which type is best for you? Not every method fits into every lifestyle, and Shana will help you determine where to start, and whether or not it might be time to switch things up and try something new. Whether you are a new intermittent faster, you have many health issues and are looking to reverse disease, you have been fasting a while but are in a stall or not seeing pr...2021-05-0441 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 26- SUCCESS STORY! Jim Steineke Beats Weight Fluctuations and Sleep DisturbancesJim Steineke adapted an intermittent fasting lifestyle 4 months ago after decades of weight fluctuations and sleep disturbances. Since that time he has achieved an optimal weight, improved his overall energy, kicked sweet cravings, and is experiencing his best sleep in decades. Jim’s wife Heather was one of Shana’s first success stories and podcast interviews. Jim saw Heather achieve success, so he worked to adapt the same type of lifestyle. He has found it to simplify his life and bring sustained health improvements. Listen to his inspirational story! Interested in the Whoop Band...2021-04-2753 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 25- Q&A! Weight Stalls, Intermittent Fasting with Digestive Issues, and Healing with Chronic IllnessA few weeks ago I released an episode of intermittent fasting FAQ's and it was one of my most downloaded episodes, so I decided to do another round as there are so many questions to be answered! In this episode I answer the following questions: Which IF regimen is best for me? Does is take longer for healing to occur with long-standing obesity and chronic illness? I'm Type 2 Diabetic, why is my fasting sugar in the morning the highest of the day? How does IF and LCHF help digestive issues? Does IF work without cutting carbs...2021-04-1341 min
Optimal MetabolismMy Sons Battle With Ulcerative Colitis and How He Ultimately Healed My son Hunter was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis in 2016, and was very ill for almost 3 years. We tried everything to heal him, from supplements, to restrictive diets, to conventional medications, to metal chelation, to infusion treatments, to steroids. We had to seek treatment for him outside of the conventional system to finally find healing. Listen to Hunter's story, which starts with helplessness and hopelessness, and ends in hope, strength, and triumph. The protocol that I used to heal him can be found at www.humanpara.org. Join the Facebook Group Human...2021-03-3057 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 23: Q&A! All Things Related to Intermittent Fasting Your intermittent fasting FAQ's are answered! Should kids and teenagers intermittent fast? How can I address childhood obesity? Can I exercise while I fast? What are the differences in 16:8, 18:6, 20:4, OMAD and extended fasts? Which one should I implement? How can I intermittent fast as a shift worker? What can I include in a clean fast? How can I avoid binging when my eating window opens? How long can extended fasts go on? All your questions answered and more! FOLLOW ME ON: Instagram: @shana.hussin.rdn Facebook: Fast To Heal With Shana Hussin Website: http...2021-03-2349 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 21- Nutritional Therapies Discussed on The Fasting HighwayGraeme Currie interviews Shana on his podcast The Fasting Highway, where they discuss their inspirational stories and all things related to intermittent fasting as a nutritional therapy. Graeme lost 60 kg (132 pounds) and in his podcast, shares how he successfully kept it off. He shares exactly how he did it, and what it is like to live an intermittent fasting lifestyle. He covers his journey, about an ordinary Australian bloke who found a way to lose weight that is sustainable, and found many additional amazing health benefits. Graeme interviews others, who wanted to try it for themselves and...2021-03-161h 06
Optimal MetabolismJimmy Moore and Shana Chat About Keto, Intermittent Fasting, and Extended Fasts Jimmy Moore has been on the health scene since 2004 when he lost a phenomenal 180 pounds. Jimmy is the best-selling author of Keto Clarity, Cholesterol Clarity and The Complete Guide To Fasting with Dr. Jason Fung. He has the longest standing health podcast, The Livin' La Vida Low-Carb Show. Shana and Jimmy interview each other and talk about intermittent fasting, extended fasts, keto approaches, stress management, and what foods to focus on during the eating window. Learn more about Jimmy and his work at www.LLVLC.com and on Instagram @livinlowcarbman. You...2021-03-091h 03
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 20- Grant Belvin Shares the Benefits of Intermittent Fasting- Besides Just Weight Loss!Grant Belvin has a masters degree in Kinesiology. Throughout the years he has tried many nutritional approaches to find natural healing and an increased quality of life. After struggling to find the benefits from intermittent fasting several years ago, Grant contacted Shana for her recommendations and a detailed protocol, and decided to try IF one more time. He knew there was something he was missing! His success the second time around was obvious! He lost weight, inches off his waist circumference, and simplified his diet. He also found greater energy, better sleep and a lower...2021-02-2459 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 19- The New Un-Diets with The Beauty Construct Speakers Series Are you stressed about stress eating? You owe it to your future self and your loved ones to unlock the health and beauty benefits of an anti-inflammatory lifestyle. In Episode 3 of The Beauty Construct Speakers Series, Solvasa President, Christopher Caires Ph.D., will chat with Shana Hussin, RDN, about newer developments in the science of diet and nutrition that can help you find your way to a healthier relationship with food. FOLLOW ME ON: Instagram: @shana.hussin.rdn Facebook: Fast To Heal With Shana Hussin Website: https://www.f...2021-02-181h 02
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 18- Overcoming Disordered Eating Through Intermittent Fasting with Courtney SimpsonCourtney Simpson is a full-time teacher and busy mother of 2 boys. She has struggled with disordered eating for close to 2 decades and has found intermittent fasting to be very healing for her to overcome her struggles. Courtney participated in Shana’s Summer 2020 Finding Nutritional PEACE Challenge (now known as Low Insulin Academy!) and found that fasting helped with many additional issues such as improving regular bloating, mental clarity and overcoming food obsessions. Listen to her inspirational story! FOLLOW ME ON: Instagram: @shana.hussin.rdn Facebook: Fast To Heal With Shana Hussin 2021-02-0251 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 17- Using a Meat-Based Diet to Heal Depression, Anxiety, and Physical Ailments with Michelle Hurn, RDNMichelle Hurn is a registered dietitian from the Portland, Oregon area. She is a former high-carb elite runner, recently recovering her health by eating an animal-based diet high in fat and controlled in carbohydrates. Michelle is just finishing up her book, The Dietitian’s Dilemma, which shares her story of disordered eating, and how a low-carb diet can reverse or prevent conditions such as type 2 diabetes, mental illness, sarcopenia, heart disease and eating disorders. Listen as Shana and Michelle discuss how and why Michelle transitioned to a meat-based diet, how she seamlessly integrated intermittent fasting into her li...2021-01-191h 01
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 16- SUCCESS STORY! Health in Progress With Anna JonesSometimes people feel as if they need to be at a perfect place and achieve all their health and weight goals before sharing their story. Nothing could be further from the truth! In this episode, Shana interviews Anna Jones, who started an intermittent fasting lifestyle in the fall of 2020, fell away from her habits over the holidays, and is now picking up where she left off. Shana and Anna talk about Anna’s experience with intermittent fasting thus far and her goals moving forward. We will revisit Anna’s progress after a few months to see...2021-01-1256 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 15- Insight Into a Personalized Visit With Shana!Ever wonder what it is like to have a personalized visit with Shana? In this episode, Shana meets with client Heather Byron, who is a new intermittent faster, for a LIVE recording of their personalized visit together. They go through Heather's Intake Form and Health History together, then come up with a plan, which includes Shana’s recommendations to meet Heather where she is at currently and progress her through the next 4-8 weeks of her health journey. FOLLOW ME ON: Instagram: @shana.hussin.rdn Facebook: Fast To Heal With Shana Hussin We...2021-01-051h 01
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 14- Reliable Nutritional Therapies With Megan Sexton, RDNMegan Sexton is a registered dietitian from Sheridan, WY. She recently discovered the power of intermittent fasting and how it can be used as a legit nutrition therapy. Megan has been intermittent fasting for many months, seeing improvements in her migraines, body composition and overall sense of being. Shana and Megan discuss the current dietetics profession, the current nutrition recommendations, what they love about the nutrition field, and what they wish they could change. FOLLOW ME ON: Instagram: @shana.hussin.rdn Facebook: Fast To Heal With Shana Hussin Website: https...2020-12-291h 01
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 13- How to Maintain a Healthy Bodyweight With Graeme CurrieGraeme Currie lost an amazing 132 pounds in 15 months by adapting an intermittent fasting lifestyle! He has an intimate understanding of going on a huge weight loss journey, living the highs and lows to finally find success. He has found a healthy and sustainable lifestyle, after being morbidly obese for nearly all of his adult life. Graeme has been in maintenance for two years, and has experienced health benefits that were unimaginable to him before he discovered this way of living. In this episode find out how Graeme lost the weight, kicked his sugar habit, overcame many health c...2020-12-151h 01
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 12- Sharing My Story on Pulling Back The Curtain PodcastNatalie Hodson has taught me a lot about running a business, perseverance, and even a bit about gardening! Back in June of 2020, she interviewed me on her podcast and now I am sharing it with all of you. I tell my story about why I left work in the conventional medical system, how I found intermittent fasting, and why I teach the nutritional concepts that I do. I teach them because they HEAL! FOLLOW ME ON: Instagram: @shana.hussin.rdn Facebook: Fast To Heal With Shana Hussin Website: https://www.fasttoheal.inf...2020-12-0832 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 11- HOT TOPIC! Thanksgiving and Holiday Nutrition StrategiesDid you know that 90% of weight gained by Americans is during the holiday season, and the average weight gain is 5-7 pounds? In this episode of Fast To Heal Stories, Shana covers many strategies to help you stay on track throughout the holiday season. She covers many topics regarding fasting and holidays, and answers the following questions. Should you fast before or after a holiday gathering? What should you eat prior to going to a gathering or hosting a gathering? In what order should you eat your meal? What should you...2020-11-2435 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 10- SUCCESS STORY! Joy Paffenroth Shares Victories and Challenges of Intermittent FastingIn this episode of Fast To Heal Stories, Shana talks with Joy Paffenroth. Joy teaches music full-time in Shana’s community at their high school, and is in front of audiences often. She is also the musical director, in addition to being a mom to 2 daughters. Joy was experiencing a slow, but steady weight gain, and wasn’t feeling her best. She had worked with a personal trainer, which was helpful, but was not seeing the success she wanted. A serious car accident several years ago, coupled with the stresses of Covid was enough to make Joy real...2020-11-101h 02
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 9- SUCCESS STORY! Jeni Marciniak Adapts Intermittent Fasting to Overcome PerimenopauseIn this episode of Fast To Heal Stories, Shana talks with Jeni Marciniak. Jeni is a mother of 2, and a grandmother of 1, in addition to working full time and taking amazing photos when time allows. Although Jeni did not deal with weight or health issues until her early 40’s, possible perimenopause hit her hard and fast. Within a matter of a few months, Jeni was dealing with insomnia, irregular cycles, bloating, weight gain, acne, and pain on the left side of her body. At first, she chalked it up to aging and hormonal fluctuations that were just “part...2020-10-2753 min
Optimal MetabolismAre Extended Fasts For You?In this episode of Fast To Heal Stories, Shana covers all you need to know about extended fasts! If you are new to the intermittent fasting world, this episode will be very helpful. All of these questions are answered, plus more. What is your goal with extended fasting? Who should incorporate extended fasts into their lifestyle and why? Why are extended fasts even recommended? What levels are considered “therapeutic fasting” to encourage disease reversal? How do I deplete my glycogen stores to promote fat burning? What is a safe level of extended fasting? FOLLOW ME ON: In...2020-10-2043 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 7- SUCCESS STORY! Jean Landreman Beats Weight Cycling and Stalls!In this episode of Fast To Heal Stories, Shana talks with Jean Landreman. Jean and her husband have owned Landreman’s Family Restaurant in Wisconsin for 25 years. She is also a mother of 2, with a staff of 25, trying to navigate through the unpredictability of Covid, including continual shutdowns in the restaurant industry. Jean has struggled with her weight for much of her life. She cycled through periods of weight loss and weight gain. She tried Weight Watchers multiple times, went gluten-free, and tried eating clean meals and snacks 5-6 times per day. She struggled with joint pain and...2020-10-1352 min
Optimal MetabolismYou Can Be Your Own Health Advocate!In this episode of Fast To Heal Stories, Shana talks about how she became her own advocate for her health and the health of her family. After many disappointments in conventional medicine, and being pushed to medicate her son with potentially harmful drugs, she stood her ground, did her own research, sought out an integrative doctor, and healed her son using a non-conventional approach. Shana talks about her Dad, who endured a serious heart attack in July of 2019, and how he became so ill eating processed foods, popping pills, and following conventional advice. She believes much of t...2020-10-0646 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 5- SUCCESS STORY! Alison Johnson uses Intermittent Fasting to Improve Her Physical FitnessIn this episode of Fast To Heal Stories, Shana talks with Alison Johnson. Alison is a full-time teacher, and busy mom of 2 active children. Alison is also a fitness instructor, and has found her workouts and running have improved since implementing intermittent fasting. Although Alison has always been active and exercised or taught fitness classes most days, she wasn’t happy with her weight. She cycled through periods of weight loss and weight gain, and felt bloated often. She felt she was in a food rut and ate the same things most days. She discovered intermittent fasting in...2020-09-2951 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 4- SUCCESS STORY! Heather Steineke Overcomes Chronic Constipation and Weight CyclingIn this episode of Fast To Heal Stories, Shana talks with Heather Steineke. Heather is a full-time teacher, and busy mom of 3 active children. Heather’s biggest health concern that resolved after working with Shana was severe constipation that had plagued her for decades. Although Heather routinely suffered through having a bowel movement only once every 1-2 weeks, her digestive health normalized within a few days of implementing Fast To Heal strategies. In addition to constipation, Heather has struggled with her weight most of her life. She cycled through periods of weight loss and weight gain. She tr...2020-09-221h 00
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 3- SUCCESS STORY! Lydia Mader Overcomes Cravings and Digestive Distress, and Improves ADDIn this episode of Fast To Heal Stories, Shana talks with Lydia Mader. Lydia is a sophomore in college, leading the busy, and oftentimes, unhealthy college lifestyle! In her freshman year, she gained about 15 pounds, but since working with Shana and implementing the Fast To Heal concepts, has lost 30 pounds. Lydia has struggled with her weight most of her life. She continually gained more weight as she went through high school, and her first year of college. She dealt with daily food cravings, binge eating, carbohydrate addiction, digestive distress, ADHD, allergies and preoccupation with food. She knew...2020-09-2147 min
Optimal MetabolismEpisode 2: SUCCESS STORY! Melissa Hussin Loses 50 Pounds With Intermittent Fasting After Bariatric Surgery FailedIn this episode of Fast To Heal Stories, Shana talks with Melissa Hussin, Shana’s sister-in-law, and mother of 6. Melissa has struggled with obesity since childhood, and has tried everything for weight loss over the past 3 decades, including Weight Watchers multiple times, exercise programs, calorie reduction, and various fad diets. She even had bariatric surgery about 15 years ago. She was able to lose a large amount of weight at that time, but gained most of it back. Melissa was feeling hopeless in the area of weight loss, especially with finding anything leading to sustainable weight loss. ...2020-09-1953 min
Optimal MetabolismIntroductory Episode- My Story and Why I'm Passionate About What I Teach!In this introductory episode of Fast To Heal Stories, Shana Hussin talks about her past 20 years in the nutrition field as a registered dietitian, and why her recommendations today are completely different from conventional weight loss and health advice commonly given. Shana talks about how the standard nutritional guidelines she offered in the past set both patient and practitioner up for failure. She discusses how the severe digestive illness her son faced forced her to question standard treatments, and dig deep for the truth. Shana's recommendations now include intermittent fasting, clean eating, and often times...2020-09-1847 min