About this episode
In this episode, Dr. Steve breaks down the real cause of type 2 diabetes and the power you have to reverse it. He explains how insulin and glucose levels affect your body and why your diet is the key to controlling diabetes. From stress management to eliminating carbs, Dr. Steve outlines practical steps to regain your health and avoid medications that only mask the problem. Tune in to discover how your lifestyle choices can help you break free from the cycle of diabetes. [00:01 - 10:35] Types of Diabetes and Insulin Resistance Type 1 diabetes occurs when there is no insulin, causing high blood glucose. Type 2 diabetes is due to insulin resistance from high insulin levels. Insulin resistance means cells don't respond to insulin, raising blood glucose. The body stores glucose as fat and excretes it while cells become resistant. [10:36 - 23:47] Glucose, Insulin, and Fat Storage Insulin causes glucose to be stored as fat. Carbohydrates raise insulin levels, promoting fat storage. Low insulin allows fat burning for energy. Reducing carbs helps burn fat and reverse type 2 diabetes. [23:48 - 29:15] Glucose, Insulin, and the Body's Response Stress and carbs raise glucose levels. Insulin moves glucose into muscles and stores it as glycogen. Muscles use glucose first, and then the liver stores it. Excess glucose turns into fat and is stored as triglycerides. [29:16 - 35:12] Diet and Insulin Management Consuming carbs, especially plant-based, increases glucose and insulin. A ketogenic or low-carb diet helps reduce insulin and reverse diabetes.
