# Fasting Isn't Always the Answer. Here's How to Know When It Is.

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Podcast: [Live Like a Girl with Dr. Mindy Pelz](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-resetter-podcast-with-dr-mindy-462628)
Published: 2026-07-08T10:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.drmindypelz.com/ep350
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For years we've been told that if fasting is good, then fasting longer must be better. That simply isn't true. Fasting is one of the most powerful healing tools we have, but it's also a stressor. Like exercise, the benefits don't come from the stress itself. They come from how well your body recovers afterward. In this solo episode, Dr. Mindy explains how to tell whether fasting is supporting your metabolism or pushing your nervous system beyond its limits. You'll learn the five green lights that signal your body is adapting well, the five red flags that tell you it's time to pull back, and simple ways to adjust your fasting practice based on your hormones, stress levels, and stage of life. Whether you're new to fasting or you've been doing it for years, this episode will help you stop guessing and start working with your body instead of against it. In this episode you'll learn: Why fasting is a beneficial stressor, but only in the right dose The difference between metabolic stress and chronic stress How your nervous system influences your fasting results Five signs fasting is working with your body Five red flags that indicate your fasting routine needs to change Why sleep, energy, hormones, and muscle are powerful feedback systems How to adjust your fasting practice based on your cycle and life stage The importance of recovery, refeeding, and metabolic flexibility Why fasting should always be personalized Resources Mentioned Dr. Mindy's Books Reset Academy Burn Fat Like a Girl: Your Natural GLP-1 Reset Nervous System Free Resource LMNT BEAM Minerals Standard Process EZ Mag For more resources related to today’s episode, visit the podcast episode page: drmindypelz.com/ep350 Connect with Dr. Mindy: Join Reset Academy Watch the episodes on YouTube Follow Dr. Mindy on Ins…

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