081: What Causes Someone To Become A Diabetic

Simple, Healthy Choices for Weight Loss

In this episode, Dr. Steve explores the real causes of diabetes, focusing on how it's not just about high blood sugar, but primarily about insulin problems. He clarifies the critical differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes and discusses how our body uses insulin to manage energy from food. Dr. Steve breaks down the effects of dietary choices on our health, offering insights into how what we eat directly influences our risk of developing diabetes.

[00:01 - 08:57] Essential Roles of Insulin and Energy Sources

Insulin stores and regulates energy from the food we consume.

The body uses glucose for immediate energy and fat for sustained energy.

Glucose provides quick energy needed during stress-related fight-or-flight responses.

Fat is crucial for ongoing energy, cell renewal, hormone production, and absorbing vitamins.

[08:58 - 16:03] Stress Response and Energy Management

Stress triggers cortisol release from adrenal glands, stimulating glucagon production in the pancreas.

Cortisol causes the liver to convert glycogen stores into glucose for immediate energy.

The body uses glucose for immediate needs and fat for sustained energy, adjusting based on stress levels.

Post-stress, as insulin levels drop, the body switches from using glucose to burning stored fat for energy.

[16:04 - 26:29] Post-Meal Blood Glucose Dynamics

Consumed glucose raises blood sugar, which is regulated to avoid kidney excretion.

Glucose initially powers immediate activities, and excess replenishes liver and muscle glycogen.

Surplus glucose is converted to triglycerides and stored in fat cells.

Carbohydrates spike insulin, controlling fat storage and energy usage.

[26:30 - 30:29] Closing Segment

Managing diabetes might be simpler than thought: reducing glucose intake is key, despite common medical advice to use insulin.

Lowering carbs and focusing on natural foods helps keep insulin levels low.

High insulin levels from a high-carb diet can worsen insulin resistance and increase the risk of serious health issues.

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Tweetable Quotes:

“Diabetes is not an issue of high blood sugar or high blood glucose. That is a symptom of diabetes. Diabetes is actually due to insulin issues. It's all about your insulin.” - Dr. Steve Hughlett

“When your insulin levels are high, it forces you to store fat. When insulin levels are low, It forces you to burn fat. So you cannot store fat and burn fat at the same time.” - Dr. Steve Hughlett

“If your body cannot handle the glucose load, quit eating it.” - Dr. Steve Hughlett

“Every time you eat, say, is this have a carbohydrate? Is this gonna make my insulin levels go up? And if it is, you might want to not eat it.” - Dr. Steve Hughlett