6. The ‘Fasting Mimicking’ Protocol: Your Step-by-Step Guide
A high-quality, peppery extra-virgin olive oil being poured into a spoon, with a stylized background representing cellular cleanup and autophagy
So, how do you put this all together? Instead of a grueling 24-hour water fast, you can use this protocol for a full day. Simply eat your dinner as usual the night before, and then for the entire next day, you will replace your normal meals with this protocol.
The Base Mixture (Morning & Early Afternoon):
In a glass, combine the following:
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The Base: 1 to 2 teaspoons of high-quality, peppery extra-virgin olive oil.
The Amplifier: 1 teaspoon of C8 MCT oil and/or a serving of exogenous ketones (BHB salts).
You can have this mixture once in the morning and again in the early afternoon to flood your body with these powerful signals.
Throughout the Day:
The autophagy-inducing effect of oleuropein lasts for about 2-3 hours. To keep the signal going, you can have an additional 1-2 teaspoons of just the high-quality olive oil every few hours throughout the day.
A Note on Calories:
While we aren’t focused on calories, you don’t want to go overboard. You’re unlikely to consume thousands of calories of olive oil, but a good target is to keep your total intake for the day under 750 calories. The main goal is to keep insulin low, as insulin is what activates mTOR and shuts down this entire process.
Conclusion
This olive oil ‘fast’ is more than just a diet hack; it’s a clinical strike against the root causes of metabolic dysfunction and aging. It’s a powerful tool you can deploy whenever you decide it’s time for a deep cellular, metabolic, and genetic reset. You are in control. You don’t have to suffer through days of hunger to access the profound benefits of autophagy. By simply leveraging the power of oleuropein in olive oil and amplifying it with ketones, you can guide your body into a state of deep repair and rejuvenation, building a more resilient and metabolically flexible you.
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