Join astrophysicist Jeff Zweerink and professor of nutrition Dr. Jim Painter as they discuss the science and spiritual insights behind fasting.

Fasting is more than a strategy for weight loss—it also offers several health benefits that go beyond the scale. When practiced wisely, fasting can improve insulin sensitivity, support better blood sugar control, and encourage the body to burn fat more efficiently. It also rests the digestive system, potentially reducing inflammation and promoting gut health. Some studies suggest that fasting triggers cellular repair processes like autophagy, which help clear out damaged cells and support longevity. Many people report improved mental clarity and energy while fasting, making it a practice that supports both physical and cognitive well-being.

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• Health Benefits of Intermittent Fasting

Join biochemist Fazale “Fuz” Rana and professor of nutrition Dr. Jim Painter as they discuss how your diet shapes your body, mind, and spirit.

Foods that influence your gut microbiome can noticeably affect how you feel both physically and emotionally. For example, fiber-rich foods like fruits, vegetables, and whole grains feed beneficial bacteria, which produce short-chain fatty acids that support digestion, reduce inflammation, and even improve mood and energy levels. Conversely, diets high in processed foods, sugar, or artificial additives can disrupt the balance of gut microbes, causing bloating, sluggishness, or irritability. Fermented foods such as yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut, or kimchi often provide probiotics that help maintain a diverse microbiome, which can make people feel lighter, more focused, and less stressed. This gut-brain connection means what you eat directly affects your digestive comfort and mental well-being.

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• A Comprehensive Review of Probiotics and Human Health—Current Prospective and Applications

Join biochemist Fazale “Fuz” Rana and senior consultant in rehabilitation medicine, Dr. Uditha Jayatunga, as they discuss one of evolution’s biggest claims: macroevolution.

In this presentation, Dr. Jayatunga challenges the foundational role of macroevolution in explaining the evolutionary tree of life. Many biologists view macroevolution as a natural extension of microevolution, but he rejects this premise, citing a lack of conclusive evidence and significant scientific hurdles.

Drawing from biochemistry, physiology, biomechanics, microbiome science, and reproductive biology, he explains why large-scale evolutionary change is scientifically implausible—and even introduces the idea of “reverse evolution” (like losing certain abilities) in humans.

This is a rare, thought-provoking perspective on the limits of evolutionary theory and the case for God’s design.

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• Macroevolution
• Modeling Evolution in a Long Time Evolution Experiment with E. Coli
• Evolutionary Layering and the Limits to Cellular Perfection
• The Sensory Hand
• Secret of the Chameleon’s Ballistic Tongue Revealed: Reptile’s Firing Mechanism Uses Three Parts to Hit Fast-Moving Targets
• Genes, Cells and Brain Areas of Intelligence
• Male Seahorses Are Nature’s Mr. Mom, Researchers Say
• The Role of the Microbiome for Human Health: From Basic Science to Clinical Applications
• A Unified Catalog of 204,938 Reference Genomes from the Human Gut Microbiome