#246 - Gary Taubes: Rethinking Diabetes, GLP-1 Weight Loss Problems, Alcohol, Fructose & Fat, Metformin Concerns, Low Carb & Keto Diets, Glucagon and Insulin Surprises, Science Judgement Calls, And More!

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