In this episode, Dr. Nathan Gershfeld shares his transformative journey from electrical engineering to chiropractic medicine, driven by a life-changing health experience involving a tumor. He discusses the impact of dietary changes and fasting on his health, the philosophy behind chiropractic care, and the establishment of his fasting clinic, Fasting Escape, which now offers remote fasting programs. Dr. Gershfeld emphasizes the importance of creating the right conditions for the body to heal itself and the benefits of fasting for various health conditions. In this conversation, Glen and Dr. Gershfeld explore various aspects of fasting, including its duration, health benefits, and the importance of medical supervision. They discuss the differences between water and juice fasting, the role of ketosis, and the implications of fasting for cancer patients. The conversation also touches on dietary interventions for hypertension and the dangers of alcohol consumption, emphasizing the need for a holistic approach to health and wellness.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Dr. Nathan Gershfeld

01:00 Life-Changing Health Experience

09:58 Transition from Engineering to Chiropractic

20:04 The Philosophy of Chiropractic and Fasting

30:04 Fasting Escape: Remote Fasting and Its Benefits

32:50 Understanding Fasting Duration and Individual Needs

33:50 Health Benefits of Fasting for the Well

34:51Types of Fasting: Water vs. Juice

35:47 Fasting and Cancer: Nutritional Considerations

36:46 The Role of Ketosis in Fasting

39:38 The Debate on Ketogenic Diets

42:57 The Importance of Medical Supervision in Fasting

45:50 Hypertension and Dietary Interventions

49:41 The Necessity of Supervised Fasting

53:01 Remote Fasting: Monitoring and Support

54:57 The Beat Your Genes Podcast: Exploring Genetic Influences

57:43 Modern Challenges: Beating Our Genetic Code

01:01:02 The Dangers of Alcohol Consumption

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