Fasting and Healing
Chris discusses the historical context of fasting and its surprising benefits for health, particularly in treating epilepsy. He highlights how the ketogenic diet was originally developed for this purpose, revealing that fasting can trigger significant metabolic changes that promote healing. This ancient practice, often dismissed as folklore, is shown to have real therapeutic potential, challenging modern misconceptions about food deprivation.In this clip
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Dr. Chris Palmer: Diet & Nutrition for Mental Health | Huberman Lab Podcast #99
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Why was fasting used for treating epilepsy?
Why was fasting used for treating epilepsy as discussed in the episode Dr. Chris Palmer: Diet & Nutrition for Mental Health | Huberman Lab Podcast #99 and the clip Fasting and Healing?
Why was fasting used for treating epilepsy as discussed in the episode Dr. Chris Palmer: Diet & Nutrition for Mental Health | Huberman Lab Podcast #99 and the clip Fasting and Healing?