The Fasting Method Podcast

Getting started with fasting doesn't have to be complicated.
Episode #254 🎙️ In this episode, Megan Ramos answers common questions about how to begin fasting and make it work in real life.
If you've ever felt unsure where to start, how to choose a fasting schedule, or how to stay consistent, this episode walks you through it in a simple and practical way. Megan breaks down how to approach fasting without overthinking it — and how to build a strategy that fits your lifestyle.
This is a grounded, flexible guide to help you start where you are and build from there.
👉 What you'll learn: • How to choose the right fasting schedule for your life • Why starting simple leads to better long-term results • How to break a fast without overeating • What actually breaks a fast (and what doesn't) • How to approach fasting while travelling or on vacation • How to fast and still have energy for workouts
⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 — Why starting simple matters 01:12 — Where to begin with fasting 03:45 — How do I choose the right fasting schedule for me? 08:10 — How do I break a fast without overeating? 12:30 — How do I know if I've broken my fast with fasting aids? 17:05 — What kind of fasting do we do while on vacation? 21:40 — How do I fast and still have energy for workouts? 25:10 — Building consistency over time
📝 Transcript The transcript for this episode is available on our website: https://www.thefastingmethod.com/podcasts/
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⚠️ Disclaimer This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. You should always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before doing any fasting, changing your diet, taking or adjusting any medication or supplements, or adopting any treatment for a health problem.
The use of any products or services purchased does not create a healthcare provider–patient relationship.
Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

You understand hunger… so why is it still so hard to change your behaviour?
Episode #253 🎙️ In this episode, Drs. Terri Lance and Jason Fung explore why knowledge alone doesn't automatically change eating habits.
After learning about the different types of hunger, many people expect things to get easier — but often find themselves still repeating the same patterns. This conversation moves beyond understanding and into the deeper drivers of behaviour.
They discuss the role of mindfulness, mindset, and stress, and why these are essential for long-term change. Because while knowledge is the first step, it's not what actually changes behaviour.
👉 What you'll learn: • Why understanding hunger doesn't automatically change behaviour • The role of mindfulness in recognising eating patterns • How mindset shapes your decisions around food • Why stress drives eating behaviour (and what to do about it) • The difference between knowledge and behaviour change • Why long-term success requires more than just "knowing"
⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 — Why diet alone doesn't address behaviour 00:28 — Why understanding hunger still isn't enough 01:35 — The limits of nutrition advice 03:09 — What mindfulness actually does 05:10 — Turning awareness into action 06:46 — Why knowledge is only the first step 07:54 — Mindful eating during meals 10:15 — From mindfulness to mindset 12:12 — How mindset shapes outcomes 13:19 — Changing how you see food 15:00 — Why deprivation mindset fails 16:58 — Ultra-processed foods and mindset shifts 18:07 — Behaviour change vs diet change 20:34 — Identity and long-term change 23:31 — Why diet books don't solve the problem 25:11 — The role of coaching and community 26:50 — Food addiction and behaviour patterns 29:18 — Understanding food impact vs "right vs wrong" 30:47 — Stress, cortisol, and hunger 32:49 — Why stress drives overeating 34:33 — Finding alternatives to stress eating 36:05 — Managing stress responses 38:07 — Why old habits feel comforting 39:50 — Why this isn't your fault 41:17 — The problem with "calories only" thinking
📝 Transcript The transcript for this episode is available on our website: https://www.thefastingmethod.com/podcasts/
💛 Community Support Join The Fasting Method Community for guidance, accountability, and coaching support: https://www.thefastingmethod.com/community/
✨ Partner Offer 🧪 Curious about Aeira? Learn more at drinkaeira.com and use the discount code podcast10 for 10% off Aeira products.
📣 Connect With Us Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fastingmethod/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TheFastingMethod Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/obesitycodenetwork
⚠️ Disclaimer This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. You should always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before doing any fasting, changing your diet, taking or adjusting any medication or supplements, or adopting any treatment for a health problem.
The use of any products or services purchased does not create a healthcare provider–patient relationship.
Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Are GLP-1 medications the answer to weight loss — or just one piece of a much bigger picture?
Episode #252 🎙️ In this episode, Megan Ramos and Dr. Terri Lance unpack the growing conversation around GLP-1 medications and how they fit into a broader health journey.
With increasing pressure, confusion, and mixed messaging around these medications, they explore a more balanced perspective — one that removes shame while also setting realistic expectations. GLP-1s can be a helpful tool for some people, but they are not a standalone solution.
They discuss how these medications work, common misconceptions, and what happens when they're used in isolation without addressing nutrition, fasting, and mindset. They also share practical guidance on how to use them responsibly — including dosing, side effects, and why "more" is not always better.
👉 What you'll learn: • What GLP-1 medications are and how they work • Why they are not a complete solution on their own • How fasting, nutrition, and mindset fit alongside GLP-1 use • The risks of relying on medication without lifestyle change • Why dosing matters (and why more isn't always better) • How to think about GLP-1s as part of a personalised toolbox
⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 — GLP-1s as a "tool, not the toolbox" 00:44 — Why GLP-1s are suddenly everywhere 03:00 — Common medications and what they're used for 04:43 — How GLP-1s became associated with weight loss 08:45 — Can you fast while taking GLP-1s? 09:47 — The "all or nothing" mindset problem 12:14 — Real-world use: GLP-1s as a short-term tool 14:52 — How GLP-1s fit into overall health strategy 15:57 — Why there is no "magic bullet" 17:30 — What happens when GLP-1s are used alone 19:27 — Fasting vs GLP-1s: short-term vs long-term tools 21:50 — Side effects, dosing, and quality of life 24:13 — How long should GLP-1s be used? 26:01 — Why behaviour change still matters 28:07 — Medication vs mindset change 30:59 — Why fasting alone isn't enough either 33:04 — Ultra-processed foods and GLP-1s 35:00 — Responsible use and long-term health 39:50 — The bigger goal: independence from tools
📝 Transcript The transcript for this episode is available on our website: https://www.thefastingmethod.com/podcasts/
💛 Community Support Join The Fasting Method Community for guidance, accountability, and coaching support: https://www.thefastingmethod.com/community/
✨ Partner Offer 🧪 Curious about Aeira? Learn more at drinkaeira.com and use the discount code podcast10 for 10% off Aeira products.
📣 Connect With Us Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fastingmethod/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TheFastingMethod Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/obesitycodenetwork
⚠️ Disclaimer This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. You should always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before doing any fasting, changing your diet, taking or adjusting any medication or supplements, or adopting any treatment for a health problem.
The use of any products or services purchased does not create a healthcare provider–patient relationship.
Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

You've hit your goal weight… so why does it still feel fragile?
🎙️ In this bonus episode, Coach Heather Shuker explains the phase nobody talks about — the period after weight loss but before true weight stability.
Even though you've reached your goal, your body may still be trying to pull you back to your previous weight. This is the most vulnerable stage of the journey — where regain is most likely to happen.
Heather breaks down why this happens, how your body's set point plays a role, and why waiting until you've finished losing weight to think about maintenance is one of the biggest mistakes people make.
🔗 Webinar registration link:
https://thefastingmethod.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-_yZCIk6SUmuJfnN35qm_Q#/registration
Learn more about Make It Stick here:
👉 https://mailchi.mp/thefastingmethod/makeitstick

What made this time different after years of losing and regaining weight?
Episode #251 🎙️ In this episode, Coach Heather Shuker is joined by Susan to share her 69-pound transformation and the mindset shifts that finally made it sustainable.
After losing significant weight multiple times in the past, only to regain it, Susan approached this journey differently. Instead of focusing only on the scale, she prioritized health, biomarkers, and building habits she could actually maintain long term.
Together, they discuss the importance of consistency, community support, and creating structure that fits real life. They also explore the emotional side of change — including grieving old habits and learning how to move forward without falling back into all-or-nothing thinking.
👉 What you'll learn: • What made this transformation different from past attempts • Why focusing on health (not just weight) changes everything • The role of consistency over perfection • How coaching and community support impact success • Why grieving old habits is part of the process • How to recover from setbacks without starting over
⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 — Health vs weight loss: what changed this time 00:52 — Multiple past weight loss attempts and regain 02:59 — Starting with simple structure (2 meals, no snacking) 03:39 — Creating a sustainable way of eating 04:39 — Coaching, journaling, and daily reinforcement 06:23 — Biomarkers, health progress, and non-scale wins 07:46 — What made this time different 09:34 — Obstacles, setbacks, and avoiding all-or-nothing thinking 11:12 — Why consistency mattered more than intensity 13:17 — Tracking progress and building momentum 14:06 — Giving yourself grace and having a re-entry plan 15:25 — Food choices, trade-offs, and long-term thinking 17:06 — Health risks as motivation for change 18:01 — Advice for getting started 19:13 — Fear of regain and long-term maintenance strategy 20:04 — The role of consistency and community 21:19 — Support, mindset, and staying on track 22:04 — Final reflections and key takeaways
📝 Transcript The transcript for this episode is available on our website: https://www.thefastingmethod.com/podcasts/
💛 Make It Stick — Coach Heather Shuker If you've lost weight but worry it won't last, this is the phase that matters most.
Make It Stick is a 12-week, coach-led program designed specifically for the transition from weight loss to maintenance — helping you stabilise your results, reinforce habits, and build a way of eating that holds up in real life.
👉 Learn more: https://mailchi.mp/thefastingmethod/makeitstick
✨ Partner Offer 🧪 Curious about Aeira? Learn more at drinkaeira.com and use the discount code podcast10 for 10% off Aeira products.
📣 Connect With Us Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fastingmethod/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TheFastingMethod Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/obesitycodenetwork
⚠️ Disclaimer This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. You should always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before doing any fasting, changing your diet, taking or adjusting any medication or supplements, or adopting any treatment for a health problem.
The use of any products or services purchased does not create a healthcare provider–patient relationship.
Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.