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In this episode of The StrongHer Way, Alisha Carlson sits down with Renee Fitton to unpack one of the most talked-about wellness tools today: fasting.

But this isn’t your average intermittent fasting chat.

Together, they dive into the real science behind fasting, the differences in how men and women respond, and what every woman should know—especially during perimenopause and postmenopause.

You’ll hear about intermittent fasting, prolonged fasting, and fasting mimicking diets, as well as why women need a tailored approach based on their hormones, cycle, and recovery needs.

Whether you're fasting for longevity, metabolic health, or to improve your relationship with food, this episode gives you both the research-backed benefits and the real-life risks.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The difference between intermittent, prolonged, and mimicking fasts
• Why fasting hits differently for women—especially in perimenopause & postmenopause
• How autophagy (your body’s cellular cleanup crew) is triggered by longer fasts
• When to fast and when to rest based on your menstrual cycle
• Why weight loss should not be the main goal of fasting
• The role of caffeine and stress in fasting
• Practical tips to safely incorporate fasting without wrecking your hormones

Quick Takeaways:

• Match fasting protocols to your cycle
• Consider fasting mimicking diets to reduce stress on the body
• Focus on long-term metabolic health, not short-term fat loss
• Use fasting as a tool for longevity and cellular repair
• Always personalize your approach—your hormones, your rules

About our guest:

RENEE FITTON, MS, RD is a leader in the intersection of nutrition, healthcare, and education. As Director of Education & Healthcare Sales at Prolon, she shapes sales strategies and equips healthcare practitioners with cutting-edge insights into nutrition and longevity. Her expertise in evidence-based practices and nutritional science has made her a trusted authority. Renee is dedicated to advancing the role of nutrition in revolutionizing healthcare, blending scientific rigor with a compassionate approach to wellness.

MORE ONLINE:

ProlonLife.com

Renee's Instagram

Renee's LinkedIn

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