Over the last several years, intermittent fasting has been widely regarded as a powerful method to shed unwanted fat, improve insulin sensitivity, and even take advantage of the benefits of autophagy. But what’s often missing from the conversation on fasting is that most, if not all, of the research on fasting has been conducted exclusively on men.   So today on The Model Health Show, I’m bringing in a world-renowned women’s health expert to discuss fasting for women. Dr. Mindy Pelz is a bestselling author, physician, and coach who is a top expert in all things hormones, menstrual cycles, and women’s health. She’s back on the show to share how fasting is different for women, and how to eat and train in accordance with your body’s natural rhythms.   This conversation contains important discussions on how obesogens are making us fat, how to eat for hormonal health, and the role that ultra-processed foods are playing in our epidemics of health. Dr. Mindy is also sharing some of her top principles for nutrition, the truth about weight loss drugs, and so much more. I hope you enjoy this interview with the one and only, Dr. Mindy Pelz!     In this episode you’ll discover:  The biggest misconception about weight gain.  How obesogens are creating an epidemic of obesity.   The effect that obesogens have on your stem cells.   How fasting can help your body reset.   What is stored inside fat cells, and why fat gain is an adaptation.   Why fasting is different for women.  The critical relationship between progesterone and glucose.  How cortisol can impact the menstrual cycle.   The two times during the month that women should not be fasting.   What the manifestation phase is.   How ultra-processed food contributes to weight problems.  The importance of reducing exposure to endocrine disrupting chemicals.  Why controlling blood sugar is critical for overall health.  How fasting changes your microbiome & how to eat for your microbes.    The role of protein in hormone production.   Why weight loss drugs create a bigger disconnect between us and our bodies.  What the power phases are.   The best foods for hormonal health.     Items mentioned in this episode include:  Piquelife.com/model -- Get exclusive savings on bundles & subscriptions!   PaleoValley.com/model -- Use code MODEL for 15% off!   Eat Like a Girl by Dr. Mindy Pelz -- Preorder your copy of Eat Like a Girl!   Fast Like a Girl by Dr. Mindy Pelz -- Read the international bestseller!  The Menopause Reset by Dr. Mindy Pelz -- Learn how to feel well through menopause!   Connect with Dr. Mindy Pelz Website / Podcast / Facebook / Instagram / YouTube    Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes:   Apple Podcasts  Spotify  Soundcloud  Pandora  YouTube     This episode of The Model Health Show is brought to you by Pique and Paleovalley.  Go to Piquelife.com/model for exclusive savings on bundles & subscriptions on cutting-edge solutions for your head-to-toe health and beauty transformation.  Use my code MODEL at PaleoValley.com/model to save 15% sitewide on nutrient dense snacks, superfood supplements, and more.