Olive Oil Fasting Doubles Autophagy and Stops Insulin Resistance (just one day)

The speaker positions C8 MCT oil as the ideal partner because it quickly raises blood ketones, giving an immediate energy source that prevents the brain fog often associated with fasting. He notes that since you're already in a primed state from the EVOO (low insulin, autophagy beginning), the liver is ready to convert the MCTs into ketones. This maintains mental sharpness and adds to the signaling cascade. He suggests starting with 1 teaspoon per serving and implies it may be used alongside exogenous ketones for an even stronger effect.

The speaker treats exogenous BHB as a 'clinical' weapon in the protocol, moving beyond simple ketosis. He explains that BHB works as an epigenetic modulator: it inhibits histone deacetylases, thereby opening up FOXO3 and other stress‑resistance genes that are normally silenced, effectively 'upgrading your cellular software'. On top of that, BHB binds to the GPR109A receptor on fat cells, reducing the release of inflammatory free fatty acids and creating a systemic anti‑inflammatory blanket. He also mentions it influences the HIF‑1 pathway, teaching mitochondria to use oxygen more efficiently. This is positioned as an optional but powerful enhancer — you can use it with or without MCT oil, or combine them for a natural + exogenous ketone boost.