872. How Intermittent Fasting Can Help You Level Up, Gain More Energy And Reduce Your Cravings With Expert Cynthia Thurlow

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">I’ve been practicing intermittent fasting for the past seven years and it’s been one of the biggest game changers for me. I’m joined by nurse practitioner and intermittent fasting expert Cynthia Thurlow, and we get into how this method helps you maintain your</span> <span style= "font-weight: 400;">energy, indulge in fewer cravings, and lower your blood glucose levels. Cynthia shares what inspired her to write her book,</span> <a href= "https://www.amazon.com/dp/0593419316/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_8PDQNFMF4JM1DDXRJ3NJ?geniuslink=true"> <em><span style="font-weight: 400;">Intermittent Fasting Transformation</span></em></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, and how she found calmness in the chaos of her life in order to hit her deadline. We touch on intuitive eating, how the menstrual cycle comes into play with intermittent fasting, and where Cynthia recommends people start if they’re curious about trying this method out.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT:</strong></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Letting go of perfectionism </span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">What Cynthia learned in the book writing process </span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">How intermittent fasting can boost your mental and physical health </span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Creating sustainable lifestyle changes </span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">How I’ve become less rigid and more intuitive with my food choices </span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Acknowledging that certain foods no longer serve you </span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">The first steps to take to determine if intermittent fasting is a good fit f