3151: The Hunger Games - Is Being Hungry Bad by Ben Greenfield on Balancing Hunger and Nutrition
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Episode 3151:
Ben Greenfield explores the science and psychology of hunger, showing how embracing it can improve metabolic health, boost longevity, and strengthen mental resilience. Instead of fearing hunger as a negative signal, he reframes it as a tool for better energy regulation, fat adaptation, and mindful eating.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/article/nutrition-articles/is-being-hungry-bad/
Quotes to ponder:
"Hunger is not the enemy, it’s often a sign that your body is burning fuel efficiently."
"When you learn to sit with hunger, you unlock mental clarity and metabolic flexibility."
"Hunger, when managed wisely, can be a catalyst for improved health and longevity."
Episode references:
The Obesity Code: https://www.amazon.com/Obesity-Code-Unlocking-Secrets-Weight/dp/1771641258
Lifespan: Why We Age—and Why We Don’t Have To: https://www.amazon.com/Lifespan-Why-Ageand-Dont-Have/dp/1501191977
Autophagy and Fasting (NCBI): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3106288/
The Longevity Diet: https://www.amazon.com/Longevity-Diet-Discover-Activation-Regeneration/dp/0525534075
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