The Fasting Mimicking Diet (FMD) has been gaining attention for its powerful health benefits, from weight loss and anti-aging to improved blood sugar control and reduced inflammation. At Next Level Concierge, we have seen firsthand how **ProLon®**, the most well-known FMD program, can help patients achieve lasting results.
How the Fasting Mimicking Diet Works
Unlike traditional fasting, which requires complete food restriction, the Fasting Mimicking Diet allows you to consume a specific combination of nutrients that trick your body into thinking it’s fasting. This process activates cellular rejuvenation, reduces inflammation, and promotes fat-burning while providing essential nutrients.
The Benefits of the Fasting Mimicking Diet
Research continues to uncover exciting advantages of the FMD, including:
Weight Loss & Long-Term Maintenance – Many patients following three cycles of ProLon® (5 days per month for 3 months) have lost 20-30 lbs. and maintained their results for years.
Biological Age Reduction – Studies show that 3 consecutive cycles of ProLon® can reduce biological age by up to 2.5 years**, based on MRI scans analyzing blood cell ratios in the bone marrow.
Cellular Renewal & Longevity – The diet triggers autophagy, a natural process where old, damaged, and potentially cancerous cells are eliminated, making way for healthier, regenerated cells.
Diabetes & Blood Sugar Control – ProLon® has developed a specialized 12-month diabetes program that has helped patients lower Hemoglobin A1c by an average of 1.4% and even discontinue diabetes medications.
Additional Health Benefits:
- Lower blood pressure
- Reduced inflammation
- Decreased cancer risk and slowed tumor growth
- Enhanced cellular rejuvenation and immune function
Overcoming Fasting Challenges
One of the biggest hurdles with the Fasting Mimicking Diet is hunger—especially around day 3 when the body shifts into fat-burning mode. To help with this, we are developing a program that combines specific nutrients and other supportive agents to make fasting more comfortable while preserving its health benefits.
ProLon® Diabetes Program
For those managing diabetes, ProLon® now offers a 12-month structured program that includes:
✔ A lower-glycemic version of ProLon®
✔ Six cycles of ProLon® in the first 6 months, then quarterly after that
✔ Twice-monthly visits with a dietitian
✔ A Mediterranean-based diet between cycles (as outlined in Dr. Valter Longo’s The Longevity Diet)
This program has been highly effective in improving blood sugar control and supporting medication reduction.
L-Protein Shakes & Bars for Sustained Results
To help maintain weight loss and healthy metabolism between fasting cycles, ProLon® also offers L-Protein Shakes and Bars, which are available through our practice. These products support fasting-like metabolic benefits throughout the year.
We are excited about the ongoing research and refinements in the Fasting Mimicking Diet and its ability to promote long-term health and longevity. If you’re interested in incorporating this into your wellness plan, we are happy to work with you individually to tailor the best approach for your needs.
