The Fasting Highway

Shana Hussin, RDN, is a metabolic health expert focused on reversing insulin resistance, the root cause behind weight struggles, blood sugar issues, and chronic disease.With 25+ years of experience in the wellness space, she developed a 3-step system using targeted nutraceuticals, lifestyle education, and group support to help people heal their sluggish metabolism at the cellular levelThrough her 90-Day Insulin Reset, she’s helping clients achieve powerful results—including improved blood sugar, optimal cholesterol & triglycerides levels, weight loss, and fatty liver reversal.She hosts the Optimal Metabolism podcast, whereShe breaks down complex health topics into simple, actionable strategies. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shana.hussin.rdn/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fasttohealnutritiontherapyWebsite: https://shanahussinwellness.comPodcast: Optimal Metabolism https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fast-to-heal-stories/id1532328889 How to connect with Graeme Join Graeme's Patreon and get accountability and support.www.patreon.com/thefastinghighwayWebsite to book a one-on-one call.www.thefastinghighway.com.To buy the book The Fasting Highway your local Amazon store, or any good online book seller. Disclaimer -The views in this podcast are those of the guest and host only and should not be taken as direct medical advice. Please consult your health professional before beginning any health plan.

I’m 66, and I live in Rugby. I was born here, left when I was 18 to go to university in Portsmouth, and then did my postgraduate studies and a master's in education.I moved to London and worked in North London as a class teacher in the Primary phase. I became a head teacher, or a school principal, by the age of 32, and then I became one of the head teachers in Britain who were sent into failing schools. So I was the headteacher of several very large schools, and at 56, I retired. Like most people, I did not make caring for myself a priority. We were placed in some very scary situations, but as professionals, we have to deal with them and accept all the responsibilities. I slept badly, I worried about everything and everyone, and I ate erratically. I could go all day without eating, then eat everything.Yet each day arrive at 6.30 am with a smile on my face and get ready for a new day!!  I had no control, and buffets were a nightmare. I can’t have one biscuit!! I can stand and toast white bread until the cows come home.I can eat 5 doughnuts in 10 bites.I was 120 kilos with a belly and a round face, and I hated myself.  I did all the diets and lost weight that always returned, plus more.Finally, I read Dr Fung's book, then Glenn Livingston's book on bingeing, then Gin Stephen’s and then you, and it’s changed my life.But I feel we underestimate the power of fake food and chemicals. With hindsight, walking away from recreational drugs, from smoking 40cigarettes a day, was easier than the pull of ultra-processed fake foods.  I am back in Rugby because my Mum is 89 and housebound, and I can’t, in good conscience, not be around. So I’ve slipped into being a caregiver, which wasn’t the plan. I live with my partner, Juan, and we have been together for ten years. IF has helped me in so many other ways. I love the mental clarity, I feel positive and happy, every day feels like an education, and I’m learning about myself and finally putting my own needs first. If I want to be the best life partner or most helpful child to my Mum, then I need to take care. How to connect with Graeme Join Graeme's Patreon and get accountability and support.www.patreon.com/thefastinghighwayWebsite to book a one-on-one call.www.thefastinghighway.com.To buy the book The Fasting Highway your local Amazon store, or any good online book seller. Disclaimer -The views in this podcast are those of the guest and host only and should not be taken as direct medical advice. Please consult your health professional before beginning any health plan.

Bio by Rick OlsonI’m an author, TEDx speaker, Distinguished Toastmaster, award-winning humorous speaker, and Salesforce Certified Professional. I’ve been married to the same wonderful woman for 35 years, and we’ve been through thick and thin together, literally and figuratively. My struggle with weight started early. My first diet was in 3rd grade, and by 6th grade, I was on NutriSystem at 200 pounds. That cycle of losing and regaining followed me into adulthood. About 10 years ago, everything came to a head when I landed in the ICU with a saddle embolism. I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and sleep apnea, and left the hospital weighing 360 pounds.Since then, I have had some success with low-carb, keto, intermittent fasting, and ADF. I’d lose and get down to 280 or so, but I would end up gaining it back. I kept asking myself: I know what to do, so why can’t I do it? Everything began to shift in October 2024 when I attended a workshop called The Stories We Live By. It helped me see how deeply my identity was shaped by the story of “being fat.” For the first time, I approached change with curiosity instead of criticism. Istarted studying my own patterns. What worked, what didn’t. When did I have motivation, when did I lose it. Instead of following someone else’s plan, I built a system around how I’m wired. One key realisation: I thrive on external accountability. So instead of fighting that, I leaned into it and started documenting my journey publicly on my YouTube channel, @justbelessfat. Since launching in November 2025, I’ve lost about 50 pounds. More importantly, I’ve shifted from shame and frustration to a sense of daily progress.I still face challenges, but thanks to the lens of self-curiosity, I learn and adjust. Join Graeme's Patreon and get accountability and support.www.patreon.com/thefastinghighwayWebsite to book a one-on-one call.www.thefastinghighway.com.To buy the book The Fasting Highway your local Amazon store, or any good online book seller. Disclaimer -The views in this podcast are those of the guest and host only and should not be taken as direct medical advice. Please consult your health professional before beginning any health plan.   

As we take a mid-season break this week, we revisit a Q&A episode from Episode 253, in which I answer listeners' questions about all things IF. See you next week when we resume our normal guest lineup. Graeme's Links to connect with me directly. Come and Join Our Patreon Community At the Link Belowwww.patreon.com/thefastinghighway.Come for a month or stay for a year, check it out, and get all the content. Your first step to excellent support and accountability is right here. Make 2026 your year. To Book a Zoom Call With Graeme One-on-One, Go Here www.thefastinghighway.com Get help, get coaching.To Read My Book The Fasting Highway Amazon or all good book sellers.To Listen to My Audio Book Apple Books or many Audio Book Platforms Free on Joining The Patreon Community To be a guest on the show, please go to www.thefastinghighway.com, click on listen to the podcast, " and follow the how to be a guest prompt.Disclaimer - All views are those of the host and guest and should not be taken as medical advice. Please consult your doctor before starting any health plan.

Keith McDonald lives in Armstrong, British Columbia, Canada, with his beautiful partner, Bobbi, and is making his fourth appearance on The Fasting Highway. He began his fasting journey in 2018, leading to an impressive 100-plus-pound weight loss. weight loss. After a significant setback in 2021 due to sciatica and herniated discs, he spent nearly three years rebuilding his health. Now, Keith champions strength training three to four times a week, flexible 14-18 hour fasting, and a focus on whole foods. His current philosophy prioritises sustainable fat loss and overall well-being over just chasing numbers. Keith shares valuable experience and how keeping it simple after overcomplicating his fasting has given him a sense of calm, making him more flexible in the maintenance phase.Join Graeme's Patreon and stay accountable. www.patreon.com/thefastinghighwayWebsite to book a one-on-one call.www.thefastinghighway.com.Disclaimer -The views in this podcast are those of the guest and host only and should not be taken as direct medical advice. Please consult your health professional before beginning any health plan.