Gin Stephens: Intermittent Fasting to Sharpen your Mind as an Author, Writer, Creative

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Host: Caryl

• Guest: Gin Stephens, Author & Intermittent Fasting Advocate

Bullet Points:

1. Introduction to Gin Stephens:
   • Bestselling author of "Fast. Feast. Repeat." and "Delay, Don't Deny."
   • Over 500,000 followers in her Facebook groups.
   • Her books offer insights into staying fit and healthy for a lifetime...especially pertinent for authors, writers and creatives.
2. Gin's Transition from Teacher to IF (Intermittent Fasting) Expert:
   • A 28-year teaching career transitioned into leading the intermittent fasting (IF) movement.
   • Personal weight struggle until her late 40s, leading to IF as a sustainable solution.
   • Lost over 80 pounds since 2014 and has maintained weight, even through menopause.
3. Intermittent Fasting Explained:
   • IF is not about what to eat, but when to eat.
   • It taps into fat stores for energy, improving metabolic flexibility.
   • Gin suggests starting with an eight-hour eating window, like 12 pm to 8 pm.
4. Benefits of IF for Creatives:
   • Fasting leads to ketone production, providing mental clarity and enhanced focus.
   • Autophagy during fasting contributes to cellular cleanup and overall health.
   • Writers and creatives can benefit from prolonged focus and energy from IF practices.
5. Gin's Writing Process and New Book "Cleanish":
   • Gin authored her latest book while fasting, leveraging mental clarity from ketosis.
   • "Cleanish" promotes mostly clean eating and living, stemming from her son's reactions to food additives.
6. Clean Fasting Goals:
   • Aim to keep insulin levels low to encourage fat burning.
   • Avoid anything sweet-tasting during fasting to prevent insulin spikes.
   • Stick to plain water, black coffee, and plain tea to maintain autophagy.
7. Gin's Impact and Community:
   • Hundreds of thousands have been influenced by her books and millions by her podcasts.
   • Encourages others to share their stories, create content, and engage in the IF lifestyle.
8. Final Thoughts for Creatives according to Gin:
   • Embrace the imperfection in the creative process.
   • When it comes to writing your book: "just do it"—don't let the pursuit of perfection hinder progress.
9. Connecting with Gin:
   • Find more about Gin and her work at www.ginstephens.com
   • Explore the IF community for support and guidance in IF practices.

Closing Remark:
Gin Stephens' journey from a teacher to a fasting advocate exemplifies the transformative power of intermittent fasting not just for weight loss, but for enhancing creativity, focus, and overall well-being,

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