Metabolic Reset: A 30-Day Solution to Balance Hormones, Blood Sugar, and Inflammation

Author Ben Azadi · Publisher Woongjin Thinkbig · Publication Date 2026-08-25 · ISBN 9788901300610

About the Book

The problem isn't having too much fat;
it's a body that can't use fat as fuel.

Our bodies already store ample energy in the form of fat. Yet, unable to tap into that energy, our bodies constantly seek new sugars. The problem is that modern bodies have become increasingly reliant on a single fuel source. With processed foods, frequent meals, excessive carbohydrate intake, sleep deprivation, stress, and environmental toxins, the body's ability to utilize fat as fuel diminishes, while its dependence on sugar increases. In this process, insulin resistance, chronic inflammation, mitochondrial dysfunction, and hormonal imbalances intertwine, further destabilizing metabolism.

Even with fat to burn, hunger strikes just a few hours after a meal, and energy levels plummet by afternoon. There's a constant craving for sweets and carbohydrates, and even after difficult weight loss through calorie restriction, the weight eventually creeps back on. We often think we need to eat less and endure more, but the author poses a different question. The problem might not be our lack of willpower, but rather a "body unable to switch fuels effectively."

A healthy body uses sugar when carbohydrates are consumed and taps into stored fat when food is not available. Instead of immediately crying out for fuel when sugar is scarce, it naturally draws upon the energy already stored in the body. This ability to freely switch between the two fuel sources depending on the situation is precisely "metabolic flexibility."

Restore your body's fuel system,
allowing it to switch freely between sugar and fat.

At the heart of the solution are the ketogenic diet and intermittent fasting. By reducing carbohydrate intake and ensuring sufficient fasting periods, the body is trained to utilize stored fat instead of constantly waiting for sugar. Instead of supplying new fuel with every meal, the strategy is to "start by using the energy already stored in the body." This process also aims to improve insulin sensitivity and restore autophagy.

This doesn't mean you have to give up rice and bread forever. Keto is not a destination but a process to retrain your metabolism. Once you've regained the ability to use fat as fuel, you can strategically reintroduce healthy carbohydrates. Use sugar when needed, and fat when needed. The important thing is not what you eliminate, but creating a body that can access any fuel source when necessary.

When metabolic flexibility is restored, the changes extend beyond just the number on the scale. Hunger and cravings for food between meals decrease, and energy levels, which used to crash in the afternoon, become much more stable. It's a state where, instead of struggling with your body by enduring hunger, you naturally tap into the fat stored in your body when needed. It's not a body that endures by eating less, but a body that effectively uses the energy it has. That is the "metabolic reset" this book talks about.

Changing only what you eat is not enough.
Reset everything surrounding your metabolism.

Metabolic Reset doesn't just talk about what to eat and what to cut out. That's because metabolism isn't solely determined at the dinner table. No matter how well you eat, your body will falter if you don't sleep properly, and stress can impact hormones and appetite. That's why the 30-day Metabolic Reset Program in the latter half of the book, progressing from fat adaptation to autophagy, metabolic reconstruction, and metabolic flexibility, encompasses not only diet and fasting but also sleep, exercise, stress management, mindset, and biohacking, transforming all aspects of life. It also includes a comprehensive collection of metabolic reset recipes that can be used immediately in daily cooking.

For author Ben Azadi, all these changes began with his own body. Once suffering from about 36 kilograms of overweight, chronic fatigue, and depression, he realized in the process of transforming his body that simply losing weight was not enough. Since then, he has delved into metabolic health for over 17 years, sharing metabolic flexibility programs with thousands, and has distilled his knowledge and experience into this single volume.

What he emphasizes after long trials and errors is surprisingly simple: don't fight the signals your body sends; instead, restore the conditions that allow your body to function properly. Blood sugar, hormones, gut microbiota, inflammation, mitochondria, diet and fasting, sleep, and exercise—none can be considered in isolation. By correcting each intertwined element, the body begins to regain its ability to regulate energy on its own.


Endorsements

"Metabolic Reset strips away misconceptions about health prevalent in modern society and re-examines fat loss by focusing on root causes rather than symptoms. This book, distinguished by its deep knowledge of metabolism and practical tools like the '30-Day Reset Program,' will be a reliable guide for anyone seeking sustained health and vitality."
- Jason Fung (Author of The Obesity Code)

"This book, based on the author's personal experiences and scientific evidence, showcases a transformative journey toward a healthy and vibrant metabolic state. Explaining how to restore metabolic health and regain hormonal balance, it provides practical tools to break free from the vicious cycles of repetitive dieting and chronic diseases. It is an essential read for anyone pursuing sustainable well-being and vitality."
- Robert Lufkin (MD, Author of Lies I Was Taught in Medical School)

"In a world filled with misinformation and confusing marketing, this book provides a clear roadmap to regaining metabolic health. Ben Azadi, using thorough scientific evidence, explains personal experiences and actionable methods in everyday language that anyone can understand. This book contains all the key strategies needed to achieve sustainable weight loss, hormonal balance, and vibrant energy."
- William Davis (Author of Wheat Belly)

Table of Contents

Recommendations
Preface
Introduction

Part 1: The Problem

Chapter 1: A New Paradigm for Fat Loss
Cells That Aid Fat Burning
How Inflammation Impedes Cells
Five Reasons Why Diets Fail

Chapter 2: Misconceptions About How Metabolism Works
Five Healing Benefits of Metabolic Flexibility
Five Diseases Improved Through Metabolic Recovery

Chapter 3: What Makes a Sugar Burner Different?
Are You a Sugar Burner?

Chapter 4: Processed Foods That Instantly Disrupt Metabolism
The Advertising Market That Promotes Obesity
How Processed Foods Harm Metabolic Health

Chapter 5: Environmental Toxins, the Cause of Disease and Inflammation
Toxic Substances Present Everywhere Around Us
Glyphosate
Endocrine Disruptors
Obesity-Causing Toxins

Chapter 6: Why Quality Sleep Matters
Metabolic Dysfunction Caused by Sleep Deprivation
Worst Lifestyle Habits That Ruin Sleep

Part 2: The Solution

Chapter 7: Metabolic Reset: Keto Is the Answer
Ketones Change How Our Bodies Work
Ketosis Simultaneously Improves Various Diseases
Foods to Avoid on a Keto Diet
How Much Should Carbohydrates Be Reduced on a Keto Diet?
Foods to Add to a Keto Diet
Empower Your Liver

Chapter 8: The Secret of Fasting to Burn Stored Body Fat
Amazing Benefits of Fasting

Chapter 9: Foods That Support Metabolism
Key Factor 1: Post-Meal Blood Glucose Response
Key Factor 2: Quality of Food Ingredients
Key Factor 3: Dietary Diversity
Key Factor 4: Amino Acid Content

Chapter 10: How Thoughts Affect Fat Loss and Health
Poor Self-Image Creates Weight Loss Resistance
How to Change Your Paradigm
The Placebo Effect
The Nocebo Effect
The World's Best Anti-Inflammatory Supplement
Health Benefits of a Purposeful Life
Why Finding Purpose After Retirement Is Essential for Health
Laughter Heals the Body
Environment Determines Health

Chapter 11: Biohacking to Awaken the Body's Potential
Biohacking Supplements That Aid Fat Loss
Biohacking Wearable Devices to Track Body Status
Biohacking Utilizing Hormesis
Free Biohacking

Chapter 12: The 30-Day Metabolic Reset Program
Who Is This Reset Program For?
Change Lasts Longer When Done with a Community
Fat Adaptation: The First Step to Metabolic Reset
Metabolic Flexibility Day
Tips for Successful Metabolic Reset
Take Vitamin G Twice a Day
Basic Principles of the 30-Day Metabolic Reset Program
Advanced Fasting Reset Program
Tips for Sustaining Your Plan

Metabolic Reset Recipes
Epilogue
Appendix: Metabolic Glossary
Acknowledgments
Notes