#02 The Fasting Reset: Integrative Tools for Inflammation and Longevity
In this conversation, Elizabeth interviews Don Gordon, a wellness coach and functional nutritionist, who shares his personal and professional journey into integrative healthcare. They explore the science and wisdom of fasting, the impact of inflammation, and the importance of whole-person approaches that support mind, body, and spirit.
Their conversation includes how:
- Integrative Medicine addresses the interconnectedness of bodily systems
- Don’s personal health challenges led him to Integrative Health
- Proteolytic enzymes can help reduce inflammtion effectively
- Fasting can trigger autophagy and promote cellular renewal
- Mindset plays a crucial role in the effectiveness of fasting
- Ketones are produced from fat when insulin levels are low
- Hydration is essential during fasting periods
- Ancient wisdom supports the benefits of fasting for health
- Fasting can help dial down inflammation markers in the body
- A holistic approach to health includes mind, body and spirit
More about our guest:
Don Gordon is a degree-qualified nutritional practitioner with a BSc (Hons) in Nutritional Science. His expertise spans functional nutrition, fasting protocols, food sensitivities, and therapeutic lifestyle interventions. With over 15 years in the health and fitness industry, Don has coached hundreds through movement, breathwork, and nutrition, supporting everything from athletic performance to digestive and metabolic health.
A passionate educator, published author, and regular contributor to industry publications, Don brings together science and tradition in his integrative approach. He is also a trained NLP and bioresonance practitioner and collaborates widely on topics including longevity, metabolic health, and personalised medicine.
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Here is some of the research around fasting:
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