We are biologically programmed to believe that “three square meals a day” is the gold standard for health. But from a biochemical perspective, constant grazing keeps our bodies in a perpetual state of Anabolism—constant building and storage.
When we eat every few hours, our insulin levels stay elevated, and our cells never get the signal to clean house. We effectively leave the “lights on” 24/7, which leads to metabolic fatigue and cellular clutter.
The Magic of the “Metabolic Switch”
Fasting isn’t about deprivation; it’s about triggering Autophagy. This is the body’s sophisticated recycling program.
When we fast, the drop in insulin and the rise in glucagon force our cells to:
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Recycle damaged proteins and organelles.
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Optimize mitochondrial function (our cellular power plants).
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Burn stored fat for fuel instead of relying on the constant drip of glucose.
Our ancestors didn’t have refrigerators; they thrived on a cycle of “Feast and Famine.” By returning to a lifestyle that includes intentional fasting, we aren’t starving ourselves—we are finally giving our biochemistry the chance to perform the deep maintenance it was designed for.
Have you tried shifting away from the “3 meals a day” routine? Did you notice a change in your mental clarity or energy levels once your body switched its fuel source?
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