This podcast delves into the troubling rise of metabolic diseases in America, primarily fueled by poor food choices. It features insights from the Levels app, a continuous glucose monitor, which uncovers surprising effects different foods have on blood sugar levels. Notably, certain cereals and fruits can cause significant glucose spikes, even though they might seem healthy. The discussion underscores the value of pairing carbohydrates with fats, proteins, and fiber, along with practicing mindful eating to help stabilize blood sugar and enhance metabolic health. Additionally, the importance of monitoring fasting insulin levels is highlighted, along with the shortcomings of depending only on fasting glucose to evaluate metabolic well-being.
