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Marketers are increasingly voicing concerns about "bull spend," a term used to describe advertising budgets that yield impressive metrics but fail to translate into meaningful results. This phenomenon is highlighted in discussions about the importance of focusing on revenue rather than superficial metrics like impressions. Experts emphasize that platforms like LinkedIn can provide targeted advertising solutions that deliver a higher return on investment.
The conversation shifts to the effects of weight loss drugs like Ozempic, which suppress appetite and lead to significant weight loss but can result in undesirable cosmetic effects, commonly referred to as "Ozempic face." This condition is characterized by sunken cheeks and hollow eyes due to the loss of subcutaneous fat. In contrast, fasting is presented as a healthier alternative that not only promotes fat loss but also preserves facial fullness and skin elasticity.
Fasting is noted for its ability to preferentially reduce visceral fat, which is more harmful to health, while sparing subcutaneous fat that contributes to a youthful appearance. The discussion includes insights into the hormonal changes that occur during fasting, which can enhance metabolic health and improve skin quality. Overall, the dialogue underscores the importance of understanding the type of fat being lost and the health implications associated with different weight loss methods.
Show Notes
Dr. Jason Fung reveals the science of facial fat loss, subcutaneous vs. visceral fat,and how to lose weight without damaging your appearance.Have you ever seen someone lose a lot of weight but end up looking tired, old, oreven sickly? You might’ve heard the term “Ozempic Face” — a phrase describing thehollow cheeks, sunken eyes, and wrinkled skin people often get after rapid weightloss through appetite-suppressing drugs or extreme calorie restriction.But here's the good news: Fasting doesn’t cause Ozempic Face. In fact, it can protectyour facial appearance while helping you lose dangerous internal fat and reversemetabolic diseases like type 2 diabetes.In this powerful video, Dr. Jason Fung breaks down the real science behind facial fatloss and explains why intermittent fasting is a healthier, smarter, and more naturalway to lose fat — without compromising your skin, face, or youthfulness.�� What You'll Learn in This Video:✅ Why people get “Ozempic Face” after extreme dieting or GLP-1 drugs✅ The critical difference between subcutaneous fat (under the skin) and visceral fat (aroundyour organs)✅ How fasting triggers growth hormone, autophagy, and fat-beiging to help preserve skinelasticity and bone health✅ Real-world examples: How fasting users look healthier compared to drug-induced weightloss✅ Why fasting helps your body burn harmful internal fat and retain healthy facial fat✅ How brown fat activation boosts metabolism and supports long-term fat loss✅ Key findings from recent clinical studies (2022–2025) on time-restricted eating, low-carbdiets, and belly fat reduction�� Topics Covered:00:00 – Introduction: 00:20 – Why Celebrities Look Unhealthy After Weight LossSunken eyes, hollow cheeks, and the loss of subcutaneous fat explained.00:40 – Fasting vs. Appetite Suppressants: A Visual ComparisonSee how fasting results in healthier, more natural-looking weight loss.02:17 – What Causes “Ozempic Face”?The science behind subcutaneous fat loss and facial aging.02:53 – Fasting Preserves Facial Fat: Here’s WhyHow fasting differs hormonally from calorie restriction or weight-loss drugs.03:30 – 5 Reasons Why Fasting Prevents 'Ozempic Face'.04:56 – Visceral vs. Subcutaneous Fat05:05 – Brown Fat vs. White Fat05:58 – Growth Hormone Boost: How Fasting Enhances Skin & Bone HealthFasting increases skin elasticity and supports tissue regeneration.06:24 – Study: 600 Calorie Diet vs. Fasting on Visceral FatWhy fasting removes more harmful fat without damaging your appearance.07:00 – 2022 Study: Time-Restricted Eating vs. Low Carb DietWhich method burns more visceral fat and improves blood sugar control?08:13 – New 2025 Study: Early vs. Late Fasting and Abdominal FatResearch proves timing matters in fat loss and metabolic benefits.08:50 – White Fat, Brown Fat, and “Beiging” ExplainedFasting promotes brown fat growth to burn more calories and boost metabolism.09:50 – Final Thoughts: Fasting is the Smarter Way to Lose FatWhy fasting protects your appearance while improving your health.��⚕️ About Dr. Jason Fung:Dr. Fung is a Canadian nephrologist and a globally recognized expert in intermittentfasting, diabetes reversal, and natural health strategies. His work has helpedthousands of people regain their health and confidence — without starving,struggling, or aging faster.�� Who Should Watch This Video?✔️ Anyone losing weight and concerned about aging or “gaunt face”✔️ People using or considering GLP-1 medications (Ozempic, Wegovy, etc.)✔️ Individuals with type 2 diabetes, insulin resistance, or prediabetes✔️ Those following intermittent fasting, keto, or low-carb diets✔️ Anyone who wants to lose fat the right way — and look good doing it!▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬�� BOOKS:�� The Obesity Code - Reviewing underlying physiology of weight loss and how locarb diets and fasting can help. ht Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Welcome back to The Diabetes Code Clinic, hosted by Dr. Jason Fung. If you missed Part 1, we covered the fundamentals of Type 2 Diabetes, including how it develops and how to start reversing it. In this episode, we dive deeper into the powerful role of a low-carb diet in achieving remission of Type 2 Diabetes.Learn why Type 2 Diabetes is essentially an overflow problem caused by excess sugar in your body and how reducing carbohydrate intake can help manage and even reverse this condition. Dr. Fung explains:✔️ The role of three macronutrients (proteins, fats, carbohydrates).✔️ Why carbohydrates are unnecessary for good health (carbs = sugar).✔️ Which foods raise blood sugar levels and which do not.✔️ Practical tips to adjust your diet, focusing on non-starchy vegetables, proteins, and natural fats.▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Timestamps for Easy Navigation:⏱️ 00:00 - Introduction to The Diabetes Code Clinic Part 2⏱️ 00:38 - How to Reverse Type 2 Diabetes with a Low-Carb Diet⏱️ 01:20 - Understanding the Three Macronutrients⏱️ 02:53 - What are Carbohydrates and Their Effects?⏱️ 05:32 - What to Eat on a Low-Carb Diet⏱️ 07:45 - What to Avoid on a Low-Carb Diet▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Key Points Discussed:Dr. Fung provides practical advice to help you make dietary changes that can drastically improve your health. He also shares insights from Dr. David Unwin’s groundbreaking results, where 46% of patients achieved full remission of Type 2 Diabetes with simple dietary changes.Discover the foods you should prioritize—like green vegetables, proteins, and healthy fats—and those to avoid, including starchy carbs, sugary drinks, and processed snacks. Learn why fruits like berries are better than sweeter fruits like bananas and mangoes for blood sugar control.Why Watch This Video?This video will empower you to:✅ Understand the direct link between diet and blood sugar levels.✅ Learn how to safely and effectively reduce carbohydrates to achieve Type 2 Diabetes remission.✅ Take control of your health with actionable, science-backed advice.📢 Share Your Journey:Have you tried reversing Type 2 diabetes? Let us know your experience in the comments below. Dr. Fung and the community would love to hear from you!============================= 📌 BOOKS: 👉 The Obesity Code - Reviewing underlying physiology of weight loss and how low carb diets and fasting can help. https://www.amazon.com/dp/1771641258?... 👉 The Diabetes Code - Reviewing how type 2 diabetes is a reversible disease and dietary strategies. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0795BLS8D?... 👉 The Cancer Code - Scientific exploration of how cancer develops - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0062894005?... 📌 Amazon: 👉 USA - https://www.amazon.com/shop/jasonfung 👉 Canada - https://www.amazon.ca/shop/jasonfung ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 📌 Please visit our :- 🔹 Website - https://www.doctorjasonfung.com 🔹 Blog- https://drjasonfung.medium.com 🔹 Community- https://www.thefastingmethod.com 🔹 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/jason.fung.313 🔹 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drjasonfung/ 🔹 Twitter - https://twitter.com/drjasonfung ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 📌 YouTube Medical Lectures (for specialist physicians): ▶️ The Roots of the Obesity Epidemic: https: //www.youtube.com/watch?v=q8BGYhreaco&t=0s ▶️ Therapeutic Fasting - The Two Compartment Problem:https: //www.youtube.com/watch?v=ETkwZIi3R7w&t=0s ▶️ Does Calorie Counting work?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5F5o0a4p_3U&t=0s ▶️ Two Big Lies of Type 2 Diabetes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FcLoaVNQ3rc&t=0s #DiabetesCode #ReverseDiabetes #Type2Diabetes #DrJasonFung #IntermittentFasting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hi, I’m Dr. Jason Fung, and welcome to Part 3 of the Diabetes Code Clinic, where we focus on reversing Type 2 diabetes through proven methods. If you missed Parts 1 and 2, I recommend watching those first, as we discussed what Type 2 diabetes is and introduced the low carbohydrate diet.In today’s video, we’re diving deeper into the low carbohydrate diet and why it’s one of the most effective approaches for reversing Type 2 diabetes. The key to managing this disease lies in understanding how blood glucose levels are affected by what you eat. Using tools like the glycemic index and glycemic load, you can identify foods that raise your blood sugar and those that don’t.You’ll learn:✔️ Why cutting carbohydrates is essential for managing diabetes✔️ The difference between refined and natural carbohydrates✔️ How foods like vegetables, proteins, and healthy fats can stabilize blood sugar✔️ Easy swaps and practical tips to stick to a low-carb diet✔️ What happens if your blood sugar drops too low—and how to handle it▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Timestamps for Easy Navigation:⏱️ 00:00 Topics to be covered today⏱️ 00:27 Low carbohydrate diet⏱️ 01:20 Foods that raise or don’t raise blood glucose⏱️ 03:21 Glycemic index of foods⏱️ 06:44 Reports on low-carb diets⏱️ 08:50 Very low carbohydrate foods⏱️ 09:17 What to eat on a very low-carb diet?⏱️ 10:27 What if my blood glucose goes down?⏱️ 10:59 Ending▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Key Points:✅ Type 2 diabetes occurs when the body is overwhelmed with glucose, causing blood sugar levels to rise.✅ A low carbohydrate diet targets the root cause—excess glucose—by reducing sugar intake and prioritizing foods that don’t spike blood sugar.✅ Using tools like the glycemic index (GI) and glycemic load, you can make informed choices about what to eat.✅ Refined carbs (like bread and cornflakes) spike blood sugar, while natural carbs (like carrots and cauliflower) have a much lower impact.✅ Incorporating low-carb, high-protein foods such as chicken, beef, eggs, and non-starchy vegetables can significantly improve blood glucose levels.Tips for Following a Low-Carb Diet:1️⃣ Choose Whole Foods: Focus on natural, unprocessed foods.2️⃣ Fill Your Plate Smartly: Half with non-starchy vegetables, half with proteins.3️⃣ Try Low-Carb Substitutes: Use lettuce wraps, cauliflower rice, or konjac noodles instead of bread and traditional pasta.4️⃣ Monitor Your Blood Sugar: If you’re on diabetes medication, consult your doctor to adjust dosages as needed.Benefits of a Low-Carb Diet:📉 Reduces blood sugar levels and HbA1c⚖️ Promotes weight loss💊 Reduces dependency on diabetes medications✔️ Scientifically backed by organizations like the American Diabetes Association (ADA) and the American Heart Association (AHA)Why Watch This Video?If you or a loved one is struggling with Type 2 diabetes, this video provides actionable insights to start reversing the disease naturally. By following a low-carb lifestyle, you can regain control over your health and reduce the need for medications.Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated with more health and diabetes management tips. Hit the notification bell so you never miss out!📢 Share Your Journey:Have you tried reversing Type 2 diabetes? Let us know your experience in the comments below. Dr. Fung and the community would love to hear from you!============================= 📌 BOOKS: 👉 The Obesity Code - Reviewing underlying physiology of weight loss and how low carb diets and fasting can help. https://www.amazon.com/dp/1771641258?... 👉 The Diabetes Code - Reviewing how type 2 diabetes is a reversible disease and dietary strategies. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0795BLS8D?... 👉 The Cancer Code - Scientific exploration of how cancer develops - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0062894005?... 📌 Amazon: 👉 USA - https://www.amazon.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is salt bad for our health? Should we follow a low salt diet? An in-depth analysis of available data and the surprising conclusion. A low salt diet does not lead to less heart disease or stroke. Check out my blog at https://medium.com/@drjasonfungMore Information:BOOKS:The Obesity Code - Reviewing underlying physiology of weight loss and how low carb diets and fasting can help. https://www.amazon.com/dp/1771641258?ref=exp_jasonfung_dp_vv_dThe Diabetes Code - Reviewing how type 2 diabetes is a reversible disease and dietary strategies. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0795BLS8D?ref=exp_jasonfung_dp_vv_dThe Cancer Code - Scientific exploration of how cancer develops - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0062894005?ref=exp_jasonfung_dp_vv_dAmazon:USA - https://www.amazon.com/shop/jasonfungCanada - https://www.amazon.ca/shop/jasonfung**Fasting Aids**Pique Fasting Tea (recommended)https://www.piquetea.com/drjasonfungFasting Community and Coaching:https://www.thefastingmethod.com/YouTube Medical Lectures (for specialist physicians):1. The Roots of the Obesity Epidemic - https://youtu.be/q8BGYhreaco2. Therapeutic Fasting - The Two Compartment Problem: https://youtu.be/ETkwZIi3R7w3. Does Calorie Counting work? https://youtu.be/5F5o0a4p_3U4. Two Big Lies of Type 2 Diabetes - https://youtu.be/FcLoaVNQ3rc5. Reversing Type 2 Diabetes Naturally - https://youtu.be/mAwgdX5VxGc6. Insulin Toxicity - https://youtu.be/4oZ4UqtbB_g7. Saturated Fat - Friend or Foe? https://youtu.be/QetsIU-3k7Y8. Diet and Disease - https://youtu.be/2yoOx_7MLn09. Dangers of Fructose - https://youtu.be/pG89j432w-Y10. Insulin Resistance - https://youtu.be/dimP7IdM2Og11. Role of Hormones in Weight Loss - https://youtu.be/ZbnshVO4PRM12. The Obesity Code Lecture 1 - https://youtu.be/YpllomiDMX0Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoyL4iGArWn5Hu0V_sAhK2w/joinTimestamps0:00 Is salt bad for you?0:20 Official salt recommendations4:34 Funnel plots9:38 Causation versus association13:19 Salt intake differences between countries17:24 Salt and heart disease23:20 Dangers of salt restriction#jasonfung #drjasonfung #fasting #fastingbenefits #weightlosstips #intermittentfasting #drfung #fung #calories #weightlosstips #caloriesincaloriesout #weightloss #nutrition #diet #health Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The first big lie is that Type 2 Diabetes is chronic and progressive. The second lie is that treatment of blood sugar is the primary target of therapy. Check out my blog at https://medium.com/@drjasonfungMore Information:BOOKS:The Obesity Code - Reviewing underlying physiology of weight loss and how low carb diets and fasting can help. https://www.amazon.com/dp/1771641258?ref=exp_jasonfung_dp_vv_dThe Diabetes Code - Reviewing how type 2 diabetes is a reversible disease and dietary strategies. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0795BLS8D?ref=exp_jasonfung_dp_vv_dThe Cancer Code - Scientific exploration of how cancer develops - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0062894005?ref=exp_jasonfung_dp_vv_dAmazon:USA - https://www.amazon.com/shop/jasonfungCanada - https://www.amazon.ca/shop/jasonfung**Fasting Aids**Pique Fasting Tea (recommended)https://www.piquetea.com/drjasonfungFasting Community and Coaching:https://www.thefastingmethod.com/YouTube Medical Lectures (for specialist physicians):1. The Roots of the Obesity Epidemic - https://youtu.be/q8BGYhreaco2. Therapeutic Fasting - The Two Compartment Problem: https://youtu.be/ETkwZIi3R7w3. Does Calorie Counting work? https://youtu.be/5F5o0a4p_3U4. Two Big Lies of Type 2 Diabetes - https://youtu.be/FcLoaVNQ3rc5. Reversing Type 2 Diabetes Naturally - https://youtu.be/mAwgdX5VxGc6. Insulin Toxicity - https://youtu.be/4oZ4UqtbB_g7. Saturated Fat - Friend or Foe? https://youtu.be/QetsIU-3k7Y8. Diet and Disease - https://youtu.be/2yoOx_7MLn09. Dangers of Fructose - https://youtu.be/pG89j432w-Y10. Insulin Resistance - https://youtu.be/dimP7IdM2Og11. Role of Hormones in Weight Loss - https://youtu.be/ZbnshVO4PRM12. The Obesity Code Lecture 1 - https://youtu.be/YpllomiDMX0Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoyL4iGArWn5Hu0V_sAhK2w/joinTimestamps0:00 Type 2 Diabetes8:49 Treatment of Type 2 diabetes14:55 Complications of type 2 diabetes22:02 Fatty Liver disease and type 2 diabetes29:00 Insulin Resistance explained37:07 Cure for type 2 diabetes?#jasonfung #drjasonfung #fasting #fastingbenefits #weightlosstips #intermittentfasting #drfung #fung #calories #weightlosstips #caloriesincaloriesout #weightloss #nutrition #diet #health Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices