The World's Biggest Intermittent Fasting Study - What We Learned - Professor Tim Spector & Gin Stephens (Video)

In this 11 April 2024 video from ZOE Science & Nutrition, the host is joined by Tim Spector and Gin Stephens to dive into the world of intermittent fasting, with a focus on time-restricted eating. Gin is a leading intermittent fasting advocate who shares essential tips for beginners and explains what it takes to be successful. Tim explores the groundbreaking findings of The Big IF study from 2022 which is the largest exploration of intermittent fasting to date.

In today’s episode, Tim and Gin help us dissect the results of the Big IF Study, address controversies and outline who might want to avoid fasting.

https://youtu.be/TKrG7gMzAQY

Timecodes:
00:00 Introduction
01:19 Quickfire questions
03:59 What is intermittent fasting?
05:11 What are the most common types of fasting?
06:36 Fasting and your circadian rhythms
08:51 Results of the Big IF Study
14:27 Misconceptions about breakfast
16:47  How do the Big IF Study results compare to other research?
24:32  What is Tim’s intermittent fasting schedule?
27:52 Jonathan’s experience with intermittent fasting
30:19 What is metabolic flexibility?
34:57  How to get started
37:29  Cephalic phase insulin response
42:24  Is there an ideal length for an eating window and time to start?
46:27  Can you eat whatever you want?
49:45  Can people over 70 years of age fast safely?
53:05  Summary

ZOE is a healthcare science company using data-driven research to tackle the world’s health issues. Our approach combines artificial intelligence, digital technologies, and collaboration with leading scientists around the world. Our research ranges from the ongoing PREDICT program, which is the world’s largest in-depth nutritional research program, to an 800,000 person clinical trial to measure the accuracy of our AI diagnostic for COVID-19.

Gin Stephens is an intermittent fasting advocate, New York Times bestselling author, and podcast host. Gin has been living the intermittent fasting lifestyle since 2014. Tim Spector is a Professor of Genetic Epidemiology at King’s College London, director of the Twins UK study, Scientific co-founder at ZOE, and one of the world’s leading researchers.