071: An Overview of Type 2 Diabetes

Simple, Healthy Choices for Weight Loss

In this episode, Dr. Steve talks about what Type 2 diabetes really is, explaining why it's not just about sugar levels but mainly about our insulin levels and inflammation due to what we eat and our body's reaction to it. He discusses how changing what we eat is much more important and much more effective than medications, with all of their numerous adverse effects, in dealing with diabetes. Dr. Steve also sheds light on how ultra-processed foods cause health problems by both increasing insulin levels and increasing inflammation in our bodies and offers tips for eating better to improve your health.

[00:01 - 07:11] Understanding Type 2 Diabetes

Type 2 diabetes is characterized by high glucose levels, but this is a symptom rather than the cause.

The root causes are insulin resistance and inflammation throughout the body.

Key strategies include maintaining low blood glucose levels to prevent insulin resistance and avoiding environmental and dietary chemicals that contribute to inflammation.

[07:12 - 18:22] Dietary Guidelines and Type 2 Diabetes

The shift in dietary guidelines in 1977 promoted increased carbohydrate intake, leading to higher diabetes rates.

There is no such thing as an essential carbohydrate; our bodies can produce glucose through gluconeogenesis.

The emphasis on plant-based carbohydrates and the reduction in animal-based foods contribute to increased insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes prevalence.

[18:23 - 23:10] The Impact of Food Industry Practices

Food companies profit from promoting processed foods over natural, God-made foods, contributing to the diabetes epidemic.

Obesity and diabetes rates have soared from 5% to 40-50% since the change in dietary guidelines.

Insulin resistance and inflammation, crucial factors in type 2 diabetes, are exacerbated by continuous high glucose intake and processed foods.

[23:11 - 32:16] Closing Segment

Eliminating man-made, ultra-processed foods and focusing on animal-based proteins and fats can reverse type 2 diabetes.

Type 2 diabetes is portrayed as incurable to maintain the profitability of food and pharmaceutical industries.

Opt for nutrient-rich, whole foods to prevent type 2 diabetes and boost health.

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Tweetable Quotes:

“High glucose is just a symptom of type two diabetes. That's not the cause. The cause of type two diabetes is insulin resistance and inflammation all throughout your body.” - Dr. Steve Hughlett

“You don't have to eat any carbs at all ever, and you'll be doing perfectly fine.” - Dr. Steve Hughlett

“The only reason [Type 2 diabetes] is a long term chronic disease is because you keep eating the same food.” - Dr. Steve Hughlett