#962 Doctors Won't Tell You This! - What Happens When You Stop Eating For 36 Hours with Ben Azadi

In this episode of the Metabolic Freedom Podcast, we dive deep into the science of fasting and what happens inside your body during a 36-hour fast. From lowering insulin and tapping into fat-burning mode, to activating autophagy (cellular cleanup) and boosting brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), this fasting timeline unlocks powerful metabolic benefits. We explore:

✅ The first 14 hours: Lower insulin, burn glycogen, and experience energy diversion.

✅ 16-hour mark: Autophagy kicks in, clearing out damaged cells and enhancing fat burning.

✅ 24-hour mark: Digestive system reset with an intestinal stem cell reboot.

✅ 30-hour mark: BDNF production surges, improving brain function and mental clarity.

✅ 36-hour mark: Significant fat loss, increased ketone production, and a metabolic reset.

Ben answers common fasting questions, including muscle loss concerns, what to drink, exercise during fasting, and the best way to break a 36-hour fast. Plus, hear about the longest fast ever recorded!

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