Welcome back to The Longevity Lounge. I’m Dr. Cherine, and in this episode, we’re diving into the science and the strategy behind water fasting—one of the most underestimated tools for metabolic health, inflammation reduction, mitochondrial repair, and longevity.
Water fasting isn’t about deprivation.
It’s about giving your body a break from digestion so it can finally repair, reset, and restore.
During a well-planned fast, your insulin levels stabilize, inflammation drops, your brain increases protective factors like BDNF, and your cells activate autophagy—their natural cellular “cleanup” and renewal process. This is where real metabolic change happens.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
• How fasting shifts the body from storing fat to burning fat
• What happens to your metabolism and blood sugar during a fast
• How autophagy and sirtuins act as your longevity “repair switches”
• Signs your body is ready to begin fasting
• How to safely structure 12-hour, 16-hour, 24-hour, and 3-day fasts
• Exactly how to break a fast to avoid bloating and discomfort
• Who benefits most from fasting (and who should proceed with caution)
We’ll also cover electrolyte support, hydration strategy, and how to avoid the common mistakes that make fasting harder than it needs to be.
If you’ve felt tired, inflamed, foggy, or stuck in a cycle of cravings—this might be your reset.
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