Dr. Slava Shut

We eat everyday. It’s something we might not think about too much, but it’s actually pretty important. While most people who are conscious of their health tend to focus on what they eat, there’s another big factor in that equation that many might be overlooking.

When you eat can be just as important as what you eat.

Welcome to Topic Thursday, where we pick something specifically related to health, business, or life in general. Today, we’re going to talk about how changing your routine can trigger big metabolic changes.

Intermittent Fasting For Healthy Hormones

Intermittent fasting increases HGH, which is associated with increases in testosterone in the blood. This can be a great benefit. Higher testosterone and human growth hormone can make losing weight and gaining lean muscle mass efficient. Testosterone can also contribute to better cardiovascular fitness and greater physical strength.

So, you might be wondering: why isn’t everyone intermittent fasting, then?

Well, for one thing, fasting can be difficult to stick with. It’s not easy to change up a fundamental routine, like when and what you eat every day. Not only does it require that you form new habits, but you don’t see results from this immediately. Most people who get started fasting will feel  the process, though, almost as soon as they get started.

The discomfort of fasting sets in almost immediately. When your body is used to getting nutrients at specific times, and your mind is accustomed to the pleasant satisfaction of being full, changing things up can be a little unpleasant at first.  You’ll be hungry, and hungry people can be a little cranky.

At the beginning, fasting can be a real challenge, and not just for you. Internally, you’ll have a lot to deal with. Your body will have to change how it allocates energy and resources. Even though it’s a result of your decision to become healthier, the process can be uncomfortable.

And not only for you; if you spend a lot of time with your family and friends everyday, they’re likely to notice some changes in you too, eventually. Of course, you’ll be losing weight and getting healthier. Your appearance will change eventually. 

But those aren’t the only changes you’ll experience on your intermittent fasting journey.

Someone who has been fasting intermittently for a few weeks will have testosterone and HGH in higher concentrations in the blood. Both of these hormones are associated with lean muscle mass gain, incerases in athletic performance, and fat loss. 

But they can also affect your mood, and how you interact with those around you. 

These 3 are responsible for the biggest changes in your health when fasting: 

HGH

HGH, or “human growth hormone,” plays a big role in regulating body composition, body fluids, muscle and bone growth, sugar and fat metabolism, and heart function. It prompts the liver to produce insulin-like growth factor (IGF-1), which is involved in bone growth.  The body release precise amounts of HGH, as it is very potent and has a lot of different effects.

But you can change the amount of HGH in your own blood through a number of ways. The best way to optimize your human growth hormon levels is to get plenty of exercise, eat consistent, healthy meals, and get plenty of good rest.

Testosterone

While everyone’s genetic makeup is different, testosterone levels are almost universally effected by those who choose to fast regularly. Depending on you, your genes and your current condition, all of your hormones could shift a little when you fast. 

While it’s not an exact science to determine the cause and effect of everything we do with our diets and the health correlations, fasting has been shown to promote fat loss and lean muscle mass gain. These two phenomena are associated with higher testosterone levels, but methodology matters when comparing results.

Insulin

Insulin regulates glucose levels and is created in the pancreas. When your body breaks down carbohydrates, glucose is produced. While glucose fuels the cells in the body to complete their functions, insulin allows those cells to interact with the glucose.

When energy isn’t used in the body, it becomes stored instead. This can cause problems. An insulin/glucose imbalance can cause serious long term chronic symptoms. 

Are you serious about making lasting changes to your health? I want to be involved with your journey. Contact my team to set up a 1-on-1 with me and let’s get started today!