381: Fasting the Easy Way: 5 Foods You Can Eat While Fasting

by Dr. Steven Gundry | Dec 9, 2025 | 0 comments

Curious what actually happens inside your body during a fast? In this episode, I break down the key shifts — from metabolic changes to natural cellular cleanup — so you understand what your body turns on when you hit pause on constant eating.

I also clear up one of the biggest debates online: what breaks a fast? Coffee? Tea? Supplements? I’ll give you the real answer so you can fast with confidence.

Plus, the most common fasting mistakes I see — and the simple fixes that make fasting feel easier, smoother, and more effective.

On this episode, you’ll learn:

The unexpected shift your body makes after just one week of intermittent fasting (0:30)
What high insulin really means for most Americans — and why it matters more than you think (2:40)
The simple, sustainable trick I use to help anyone unlock true metabolic flexibility (7:00)
What you can enjoy during a fast that won’t break it — and might even boost the benefits (12:15)
The one thing you can add to your morning coffee for surprising science-backed perks (14:30)
Which supplements actually break a fast — and which ones don’t (19:20)
The practical tips I give first-time fasters to make the process smoother and more manageable (22:00)
The diet that can deliver month-long fasting benefits… in just one week (25:30)
The three fasting trends you’ll want to avoid at all costs (27:00)

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