This week's episode focuses on finding the right strategy for better blood sugars for YOU. Some women need more information, understanding insulin's role. Others need strategies to avoid highly processed foods or learn intermittent fasting. Others require overcoming self-sabotage, building a trusting relationship with oneself. Recommendations for books and an overview of my group programs offer support and guidance ..read more

In this episode, we explore a profound guiding principle that extends beyond health and into all aspects of life. Inspired by a powerful question—“What would the 80-year-old version of me want?”—we delve into the science behind this philosophy and discuss practical strategies to integrate it into daily life. This question engages the Reticular Activating System (RAS) to direct our perceptions and actions. By aligning our thoughts, gratitude and aspirations, we set ourselves to achieve our goals with clarity and ease ..read more

In this comprehensive overview, I delve into the various types of diabetes, focusing primarily on type 1 vs type 2. Type 1, an autoimmune condition, affects insulin production, while type 2 is characterized by insulin resistance. We explore other variants of diabetes: gestational diabetes, LADA, MODY, and other less common types, shedding light on their causes, diagnostic methods, and treatment approaches. Emphasizing the crucial role of lifestyle modifications, particularly dietary changes, I highlight the importance of understanding the relationship between food choices and health. By adopti ..read more

Sometimes utilized as a key method in reversing type 2 diabetes, nutritional ketosis has gained popularity. It involves shifting the body's primary energy source from carbs to fats. This lowers insulin levels in your body. Moving into ketosis may initially cause discomfort, called the "keto flu." Ketosis targets insulin resistance, while aiding in healing various health issues like high cholesterol and inflammatory conditions. To enter ketosis, gradually lower carb intake to around 50 grams per day, monitoring ketone levels using urine strips or ketone meters. Caution is advised for those on m ..read more

This episode is a Q&A session. I cover how to manage protein intake even if you practice fasting. I answer questions regarding how long it takes and basic strategies to reverse insulin resistance. I answer questions about metformin and its impact on kidney function. There were two straight forward questions on the impact water can have on insulin resistance and how to find recipes without processed foods. Lastly, I address the unfortunate press release tying intermittent fasting with cardiovascular disease. Check it out! And let me know if you have any pressing questions ..read more

Fasting aids in lowering insulin levels, allowing cells to heal from insulin resistance, a condition where cells resist insulin's instructions. Normally, insulin signals cells to absorb glucose for energy, but in insulin resistance, this process falters, leading to high blood sugar levels and diabetes. Intermittent fasting tackles this issue by reducing insulin exposure, promoting insulin sensitivity. For effective fasting, it's crucial to avoid anything that significantly raises insulin levels, like food. While fasting poses challenges, strategies such as hydration, bone broth, adding fat, ad ..read more

Fasting offers cells a respite from insulin exposure, aiding in their healing process. Understanding hunger is pivotal; distinguishing between brain and physical hunger is essential when altering eating behaviors. The influence of processed foods on hormones and neurobiology disrupts our body-to-brain signaling, rendering hunger cues unreliable. Establishing boundaries, such as meal timing and mindfulness, becomes imperative. Starting gradually, adjusting fasting periods based on how you feel and blood sugar levels, is key. Medication users should proceed cautiously. While fasting may not be f ..read more

This episode reviews the biology of type 2 diabetes and how intermittent fasting is a powerful tool to normalize your biology and improve your blood sugars. There is a review of physical hunger vs. brain hunger and how allowing this to guide your fasting regimen is helpful. And also, a discussion of various fasting schedules as well as unhelpful ways to use fasting. Check it out. Try it out. Let me know what you think ..read more

In this episode, I have a conversation with Dr. Amy Behimer about how our lifestyle impacts our overall health, more than just our diabetes. Dr. Behimer is a pharmacist as well as a coach. She works with people who have been diagnosed with autoimmune disorders. We talk about the mindset to improve health and powerful strategies to see results! Check it out ..read more

I frequently get asked about good vs bad carbs when women are trying to determine how to eat to fix their type 2 diabetes. Although I am not in love with the “good” and “bad” terms, there is definitely a strategy to determine what carbohydrate-rich foods will improve your health and which ones will make you sicker. This podcast episode dives into how to determine what carbs work for your health and which ones do not! I also offer a few poignant questions for you to ask about your foods before you consume them. Check it out, try them out, and see how it goes! Two references in this podcast: 1 ..read more