The Fasting Focused Lifestyle

Vicki Sheerin
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By now you've likely heard of fasting, but do you really know and understand how to truly implement it successfully for long-term weight loss and management? Whether it's intermittent fasting, OMAD, extended water fasting, or alternative-day fasting, there are essential components that can make the difference between struggling and succeeding on your journey. First and foremost, fasting is NOT A DIET, it's a LIFESTYLE TOOL! Wish you had a friend or mentor sharing experience, wisdom tips, and advice to help you in your weight loss efforts? Welcome, friend. My name is Vicki Sheerin and I've shed over 200lbs with a fasting-focused lifestyle. You too can easily integrate fasting into your lifestyle to improve not just your weight, but overall health, emotional and mental health too, for the rest of your life. Each week I cover many topics from the basics of how to start, to the nitty gritty details of the life-changing benefits of all things fasting. Each episode will fill your fasting cup with encouraging support, guidance, and insight from guest interviews, Q&A sessions, and more! Get ready for some motivational knowledge, real talk, and maybe a few tears along the way. Remember: I believe in you, even if you don't -VS Need fasting support? TheFastingFocusedLifestyle.com has my booking calendar, links to my blog, and my official digital fasting handbook!

  1. Aug 12

    GLPs Explained And How To Activate Yours Naturally

    GLPs are everywhere right now — but do you actually know what they are or what they do? In this episode I break down the reality of GLP-1, what it is, how it works, and how your body already has the natural ability to activate it through a fasting-focused lifestyle. Whether you're considering the shot or just curious about how it all works, this episode gives you the full picture so you can make the best decision for your health and future. _____ Are you ready for real, compassionate support on your fasting journey from someone who has actually lived it? I've shed over 200 pounds through fasting and have maintained it through some of the hardest seasons of life. If you're tired of doing this alone, you don't have to anymore. Come find your people: The Fasting Support Club _____ REFERENCES Habener, J.F. (2004). The discovery of glucagon-like peptide 1. ScienceDirect — Molecular and Cellular Endocrinology. Retrieved from sciencedirect.com Mass General Brigham Newsroom. (2025). Joel Habener receives Breakthrough Prize in Life Sciences for contributions to GLP-1 medications. Retrieved from massgeneralbrigham.org Journal of Clinical Investigation. (2024). Joel Habener, Svetlana Mojsov, and Lotte Bjerre Knudsen awarded Lasker Prize for pioneering work on GLP-1. Retrieved from jci.org Eng, J. (1992). Discovery of exendin-4 in Gila monster venom. VA Medical Center, Bronx, NY. Referenced in: PlexusDx. (2026). History of GLP-1 drugs: Complete timeline from exenatide to tirzepatide. Retrieved from plexusdx.com Fella Health. (2025). What is GLP-1 lizard venom: Gila monster discovery to diabetes drugs. Retrieved from fellahealth.com U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2005). Approval of exenatide (Byetta) for type 2 diabetes. FDA Drug Approval Database. Acosta, A. & Ghusn, W. (2023). Semaglutide shown to be effective for weight loss in multicentre, one-year real-world study. European Congress on Obesity (ECO2023). Presented by Precision Medicine for Obesity Program, Mayo Clinic. Retrieved from eurekalert.org Mayo Clinic Press. (2026). Health benefits of semaglutide beyond weight loss. Retrieved from mcpress.mayoclinic.org National Institutes of Health / NCBI. (2024). Patient perceptions of Ozempic (semaglutide) for weight loss: Mixed methods analysis of online medication reviews. Retrieved from ncbi.nlm.nih.gov National Institutes of Health / NCBI. (2024). Evaluation of pre-treatment assessment of semaglutide users: Balancing the benefits of weight loss vs. potential health consequences. Retrieved from ncbi.nlm.nih.gov Fung, J. (2016). The Obesity Code: Unlocking the secrets of weight loss. Greystone Books. Fung, J. (2025). The Hunger Code: Resetting your body's fat thermostat in the age of ultra-processed food. Greystone Books.

    GLPs Explained And How To Activate Yours Naturally

  2. Aug 5

    Reintroduction & Reflections

    WOW! We've made it to episode 90! This week's episode is a reflection, a reintroduction, and a reset. So much has changed since episode 1, and this is where I catch you up. We're talking fasting, weight loss, emotional eating, non-scale victories, and what sustainable supportive coaching actually looks like from someone who has lived it. Over 200 pounds lost. Maintained. Real life, real grief, real results. Welcome back to The Fasting Focused Lifestyle Podcast. ____________ Are you ready for real, compassionate support on your fasting journey from someone who has actually lived it? I've shed over 200 pounds through fasting and have maintained it through some of the hardest seasons of life. If you're tired of doing this alone, you don't have to anymore. Come find your people: The Fasting Support Club

    Reintroduction & Reflections

  3. Feb 23

    Episode For The Haters

    Choosing or holding onto negativiy or anger can and will negatively impact your journey.  This week we will address how to tend to your mental weeds so you can continue to evolve into your best self. Are you seeking real, compassionate support on your fasting journey from someone who has been in your shoes? I'm here to provide the guidance and encouragement you need to make a lifestyle of fasting, your most valuable tool!  Download your FREE fasting guide, join The Fasting Support Club, get 1:1 support with me, and MORE: TheFastingFocusedLifestyle.com

    Episode For The Haters

  4. Jan 12

    Why Are You Waiting To Start?

    If you feel that you need to wait until you have "everything" in order to start on a specific day, I am here to tell you, that day will never come. This week's episode I'll talk about why you shouldn't wait until some special day to start, and how you can find acceptance and confidence making today, your "day one." For inspirational content mentioned from A Healthy Alternative: check out videos here Are you seeking real, compassionate support on your fasting journey from someone who has been in your shoes? I'm here to provide the guidance and encouragement you need to make a lifestyle of fasting, your most valuable tool!  Download your FREE fasting guide, join The Fasting Support Club, get 1:1 support with me, and MORE: TheFastingFocusedLifestyle.com

    Why Are You Waiting To Start?

  5. 12/14/2025

    Stop Saying New Year, New Me

    Have you ever come into the New Year thinking, "New Year, new me?" Many people feel that their weight loss journey is a segment of time where they make drastic changes, and when "done," they can simply go back to the way they were living before starting. I am here to gently tell you that SO many things in your journey WILL change, and how you should be okay with it. _______________________ Are you seeking a supportive hand on your fasting journey?  I'm here to provide the guidance and encouragement you need!  ACCESS YOUR FREE FASTING GUIDE, join The Fasting Support Club, read my blog, and MORE: TheFastingFocusedLifestyle.com

    Stop Saying New Year, New Me

  6. 11/06/2025

    Sometimes vs All-the-Time Foods

    Let's talk about food without the guilt, rules, or labels. In this episode, I'm sharing how my "Sometimes Food vs. All the Time Food" mindset can help you ditch diet culture, end emotional eating patterns, and finally make peace with your plate. We'll also get real about why artificial and processed foods, no matter how "healthy" they look, won't support your long-term physical or emotional health. If you're ready to rebuild your relationship with food — without perfection — this one's for you. ----------------------------------- Are you seeking a supportive hand on your fasting journey?  I'm here to provide the guidance and encouragement you need!  ACCESS YOUR FREE FASTING GUIDE, join The Fasting Support Club, Read my blog, and MORE: TheFastingFocusedLifestyle.com

    Sometimes vs All-the-Time Foods

  7. 10/19/2025

    Controlling Binge Eating

    In this episode, we'll talk about how meditation and mindful awareness can help you take back control in the moment — especially when old habits or cravings try to take over. You'll learn how to recognize your triggers, set healthy boundaries, and set yourself up for success by auditing your environment and what you consume. And remember, sometimes what feels like hunger is really just thirst — so hydrate, slow down, and stay intentional. Are you seeking a supportive hand on your fasting journey?  I'm here to provide the guidance and encouragement you need!  ACCESS YOUR FREE FASTING GUIDE, join The Fasting Support Club, and MORE: TheFastingFocusedLifestyle.com

    Controlling Binge Eating

  8. 09/02/2025

    EP 84: You Are What You Consume

    We've all heard "you are what you eat" — but what if the bigger truth is that you are what you consume? Not just food, but the thoughts, emotions, media, and energy you take in every day. In this episode, I share stories, science, and simple steps to help you notice what you're really feeding yourself — and how to choose nourishment in every area of life. Are you seeking a supportive hand on your fasting journey?  I'm here to provide the guidance and encouragement you need!  ACCESS YOUR FREE FASTING GUIDE, join The Fasting Support Club, Read my blog, and MORE: TheFastingFocusedLifestyle.com  Resources Mentioned Journal of Health Psychology (2020) – Study on how exposure to negative online content increases stress hormones and reduces self-regulation. Wirtz, C. M., Radkovsky, A., & Kühl, H. C. (2020). The impact of online media exposure on stress and self-regulation: Evidence from experimental studies. Journal of Health Psychology. University of Pennsylvania (2018) – Research showing that reducing social media use to 30 minutes a day decreases anxiety, depression, and loneliness. Hunt, M. G., Marx, R., Lipson, C., & Young, J. (2018). No more FOMO: Limiting social media decreases loneliness and depression. Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology, 37(10), 751–768. Harvard Health Publishing (2019) – Article on how gratitude practices improve sleep, lower blood pressure, and increase overall well-being. Harvard Health Publishing. (2019). Giving thanks can make you happier. Retrieved from https://www.health.harvard.edu/healthbeat/giving-thanks-can-make-you-happier Blue Zones Research – Insights on how lifestyle practices in Blue Zones, including Ikaria, Greece, contribute to longevity. Buettner, D. (2012). The Blue Zones: 9 Lessons for Living Longer From the People Who've Lived the Longest. National Geographic.

    EP 84: You Are What You Consume
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By now you've likely heard of fasting, but do you really know and understand how to truly implement it successfully for long-term weight loss and management? Whether it's intermittent fasting, OMAD, extended water fasting, or alternative-day fasting, there are essential components that can make the difference between struggling and succeeding on your journey. First and foremost, fasting is NOT A DIET, it's a LIFESTYLE TOOL! Wish you had a friend or mentor sharing experience, wisdom tips, and advice to help you in your weight loss efforts? Welcome, friend. My name is Vicki Sheerin and I've shed over 200lbs with a fasting-focused lifestyle. You too can easily integrate fasting into your lifestyle to improve not just your weight, but overall health, emotional and mental health too, for the rest of your life. Each week I cover many topics from the basics of how to start, to the nitty gritty details of the life-changing benefits of all things fasting. Each episode will fill your fasting cup with encouraging support, guidance, and insight from guest interviews, Q&A sessions, and more! Get ready for some motivational knowledge, real talk, and maybe a few tears along the way. Remember: I believe in you, even if you don't -VS Need fasting support? TheFastingFocusedLifestyle.com has my booking calendar, links to my blog, and my official digital fasting handbook!

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  • Creator
    Vicki Sheerin
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    91
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright: The Fasting Focused Lifestyle/Vicki Sheerin LLC
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