About this episode
Dr. Ben Bikman joins for an insightful discussion on insulin resistance, metabolic health, and chronic diseases like Alzheimer's. Exploring insulin's role in fat metabolism, muscle function, and glucose regulation, Dr. Bikman challenges conventional views on obesity and chronic disease prevention, emphasizing lifestyle changes over medication. He delves into the effects of GLP1 drugs and the significant impact of insulin resistance on cardiovascular health. With expert analysis, Dr. Bikman underscores how understanding insulin can revolutionize preventative health measures and improve metabolic function. Timestamp Summary 0:00 Understanding Insulin Resistance and Its Impact on Health 6:36 Understanding Insulin's Role in Health and Disease 10:20 Understanding Insulin Resistance and Glucose Management 20:30 Exploring Natural Supplements for Managing Glucose Levels 23:00 Challenging the Plaque Theory in Alzheimer's Disease 27:27 Ketones as a Vital Energy Source for the Brain 32:04 Exploring Ketone Types and Tastes 33:33 Insulin Resistance and Ethnic Differences in Fat Cell Growth 38:04 Insulin's Role in Fat Cell Growth and Metabolism 45:10 GLP1 Drugs and Dietary Changes for Insulin Sensitivity 55:52 Understanding Insulin Resistance and Its Impact on Health Sponsors: Hone Health Hormone Testing: https://honehealth.com/ Momentous - Use code NEURO to get 20% off your order - https://www.livemomentous.com/neuro Book a 1-1 Call with a Neuro Athletics advisor to See If We Can Help You coaching practise: https://calendly.com/louisa-nicola/intro-call-with-na-sales-team *** The Neuro Athletics Newsletter: https://bit.ly/3ewI5P0 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/louisanicola_/ Twitter : https://twitter.com/louisanicola_ Join me for an enlightening discussion about metabolic health and its crucial role in our overall wellbeing. We explore how blood sugar regulation and insulin sensitivity work together to prevent type 2 diabetes, while diving deep into the science of metabolism and its impact on our daily lives. This episode provides a comprehensive understanding of how our bodies process energy, making complex concepts accessible for everyone interested in holistic health. 🧠💪 Drop a comment below with your biggest takeaway from this episode! Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss content like this. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices