#47: My 6-Year Fasting Journey 

 In this episode of "The French Way" podcast, host Karen Gombault, a certified weight loss coach, dives deep into her personal experience with intermittent fasting. She discusses how she began her fasting journey in 2018, exploring the 16:8 fasting method and its numerous benefits, including weight loss, reduced inflammation, increased energy, and improved mental clarity. Over time, Karen transitioned to a more flexible fasting routine that better suits her changing lifestyle and energy needs. Emphasizing the importance of metabolic flexibility and personalized approaches to fasting, Karen encourages listeners to experiment and find what works best for their bodies. She also highlights the significance of maintaining a balanced diet during the eating window to ensure optimal health. 

Key Takeaways: 

1. Intermittent Fasting Benefits: Discover how intermittent fasting can help with weight loss, reducing inflammation, and stabilizing blood sugar levels, leading to enhanced energy and mental clarity. 

2. Understanding Metabolic Flexibility: Learn how metabolic flexibility, the ability to switch between burning fat and food for energy, plays a crucial role in successful weight management. 

3. Flexible Fasting Routine: Karen shares her evolution from the 16:8 fasting method to a more adaptable fasting schedule, highlighting the importance of aligning fasting with your lifestyle and energy needs. 

4. Personalized Intermittent Fasting Approach: Explore why it’s essential to listen to your body, experiment with different fasting techniques, and find the intermittent fasting method that works best for you. 

5. Balanced Diet During Fasting: Ensure you’re consuming enough proteins, healthy fats, and complex carbs during your eating window to maintain overall health and optimize the benefits of intermittent fasting. 

Watch here on YouTube.