E49: Unmasking Insulin Resistance: A Silent Epidemic Affecting Our Health and How to Reverse It

The Rejuvenating Health Podcast

Discover the silent epidemic that's crept into the lives of an overwhelming majority—insulin resistance. As we unravel this stealthy condition, you'll be equipped with the knowledge to tackle a threat lurking unnoticed in routine labs. We expose the intricate dance of insulin in our bodies and the havoc it wreaks when out of sync, contributing to a legion of health issues from diabetes to Alzheimer's. Alarmingly prevalent in children, the narrative of insulin resistance is rewritten by our dietary and lifestyle choices since the 1980s. By the end of this episode, you'll understand why checking fasting insulin levels is a vital step for every family's health playbook.
Key Takeaways:

• What lifestyle choices shape insulin resistance; revealing how inflammatory seed oils, deceptive artificial sweeteners, and hyper palatable processed foods undermine our health.
• The underestimated power of sleep, the non-negotiable need for physical activity, and the significant role stress management plays in combating this condition.
• We explore the hopeful realm of reversibility, distinguishing insulin resistance from type 1 diabetes, and the lifestyle modifications necessary to reclaim control.

Together with insights on supportive medications such as berberine and metformin, this episode is a call to action, emphasizing the power of informed decisions in charting a healthier future for ourselves and our children.

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