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He points out that the dietary excess—particularly foods rich in salt, oil, and sugar—fools the brain’s satiety mechanisms, leading to overeating. Processed, hyper-concentrated foods stimulate dopamine and other neurotransmitters, creating pleasure and cravings that undermine long-term health goals. Fasting, in contrast, helps recalibrate taste preferences, making healthy whole plant foods taste better over time.
Practical Aspects of Fasting
Types of Fasting: Dr. Goldhammer advocates for water-only fasting, sometimes lasting up to 40 days under strict medical supervision. Success depends on careful patient selection, monitoring electrolytes, hydration, and gradual refeeding to prevent complications like refeeding syndrome.