Intermittent Fasting 101: What It Is, What It Isn’t & Where to Start (For Beginners) With Jim Jackson

Let's be honest—if you've Googled intermittent fasting lately, you've probably ended up in a rabbit hole of conflicting advice, extreme protocols, and someone telling you that hunger is just a mindset.

This episode is not that.

Carrie sits down with holistic health practitioner Jim Jackson to cut through the noise on one of the most talked-about (and most misunderstood) approaches to eating. No dogma, no hardcore protocols—just a real conversation about what intermittent fasting actually is, why it's not as scary as it sounds, and how to start in a way that doesn't make you want to quit by day three.

In this episode:

• What intermittent fasting actually is (and isn’t)—and why your ancestors were basically already doing it
• The difference between real hunger and "I'm bored and the kitchen exists" hunger
• Why starting with a simple 12:12 fast is a completely valid move
• The actual benefits: fat burning, insulin regulation, mental clarity, and cellular repair (yes, really)
• What to eat when you break your fast (hint: not a donut)
• Special considerations for women—especially around hormonal shifts and your cycle
• Why your diet matters before you start fasting

Whether you've tried IF before and gave up, or you're completely new to the concept, this is your starting point.

🔗 Resources mentioned:

• Learn More and Connect With Jim Jackson: https://www.holistichealthhub.app/jim-jackson
• [Free Resource] Download Intermittent Fasting Guide: https://portal.holistichealthhub.app/offer/jija-intermittent-fasting-guide
• Light Me Up! Retreat Details (including a $300 discount!): https://portal.holistichealthhub.app/offer/light-me-up-retreat