Rethinking Diabetes Treatment: Gary Taubes Shares Life-Changing Insights! 🤯

[@dawnelder9046]

My husband had 3 strokes and we found out he was diabetic. 180 pounds. I put him on the diet they gave me at the hospital. Every 3 weeks bloodwork. Always worse, as was he. This went on for months. By then 210 pounds. I was told I would be in widow in a few years. I watched one of the lectures and bought the book. Also watched The Oiling of America. Switch us both to the old 1950s British diet in the prologue. Threw out seed oils. My husband next bloodwork improved and kept getting better. Several months later a stranger understood him. His weight returned to 180 pounds. 14 years later he is doing great.

[@defeatdiabetes]

Wow @dawnelder9046 that is an incredible story. What an awful thing for the doctor to have said to you. Kudos to you for following the science and returning your husband to health!

[@lynnlink4629]

Wisdom Unfolding!

[@jimrandall9927]

Did you tell the hospital at the time about how bad the diet was they gave to him ?

[@bonsense7004]

❤❤❤

[@musclesmouse]

the hospitals are still doing to people. I got gout that lasted 3 months. I had to leave hospital and eat keto/carnivore to slowly improve. The establishment wants us sick so they can prescribe more medicine.

[@markbeiser]

I was diagnosed with type 2 in December 2019, with an A1C of 8.7. I put myself on an extremely low carb diet, and bet my doctor $20 I could lower it with diet alone. 3 months later I went in for another blood draw, and 2 weeks after that I got a letter from him with the lab report and a crisp $20 bill because my A1C was 5.2.🤣 Since February of 2020 the highest my A1C has been was 5.5, was 4.9 last test, and I've never taken a single medication for it.

[@nancythane4104]

@markbeiser When you say extremely low carb, what do you mean, aside from the no loose sugars, no carby snacks, no bread, no rice, etc? Can you get specific?

[@markbeiser]

@@nancythane4104 Initially less than 20 grams of net carbs per day, only from leafy greens, cauliflower, broccoli, etc. I crept up a bit from that after a year or so, but still very low. No grains, no sugar, no starchy vegetables, no heavily processed foods. Other than the occasional cheat, the most carb heavy thing I've eaten regularly is whole milk strained yogurt with a few raspberries or blackberries. I still have some minor lingering allergy and inflammation issues that may be from food, so I switched to strict carnivore a few days to see what happens.

[@defeatdiabetes]

Wow, what an incredible journey you've had, Mark! Your determination and commitment to managing your Type 2 diabetes through dietary changes are truly inspiring. Achieving such remarkable results without the need for medication is a testament to the power of lifestyle modifications. Your story of lowering your A1C from 8.7 to 5.2 in just three months is nothing short of remarkable, and the friendly bet with your doctor adds a touch of humor to your success. It's fantastic to hear that you've been able to maintain consistently healthy A1C levels since then, with the highest being 5.5 and even reaching as low as 4.9. Your experience serves as a powerful reminder of the impact that diet and lifestyle choices can have on managing diabetes effectively. Thank you for sharing your story-it's stories like yours that inspire others on their own health journeys. Keep up the fantastic work, and I'm cheering you on as you continue to thrive!

[@mandriescu]

Congrats ! I did the same and my doctor was WOW , what have you done ? I really feel sorry for some of these doctors !

[@dawnapm]

I did the same thing, which pleased the doc, but my blood pressure without meds was around 140 over 95. It had been normal for the past year, but she insisted that I start taking lisinipril again. I did, and of course, just like when I decided to stop taking them a year earlier, it dropped into the low range. 100 over 59. I'm thinking it's just because I was excited to see the results of this year-long journey I had just been on. She just couldn't let me leave without giving me at least one prescription. Lol

[@Cpt_Adama]

It’s ironic that Gary not “officially” being a doctor is one of the most important persons in the world for correcting the views and knowledge of what a proper human diet should be. He will be in the history books as one of the main characters for correcting the wayward course of the medical community, as they have steered themselves way off course because of greed. I have all of his books and they have been the best thing I ever did for my health. Thanks Gary!

[@defeatdiabetes]

Thanks for tuning in and for showing your support for Gary Taubes! 🙌🏻

[@DaveIrish66]

It's common sense once you look into how it works. Corruption is ugly

[@bibastarmedia9650]

They (sugar and vegan etc) just pushing ideologically based food - you need to feed masses somehow for cheap isn't it? Not a big deal if they're gone by 50 for the ruling class.

[@jobrown8146]

Thank you. After being low carb since Oct 2021, when I went out this week I decided to eat out. I walked around the food court in the shopping centre and all I could think was: this is all cheap food. I did end up buying something but was very disappointed with it and ended up throwing out half of it. However the positive outcome was that I realised how much I enjoy the low carb foods that I prepare myself. I should have gone into the supermarket to the deli and bought some cold meat! I have certainly learned from the experience.

[@defeatdiabetes]

Sometimes a wander around a food court is all it takes to see clearly what your body needs!

[@annettestephens5337]

On a long journey I stopped at a service station and was staggered to see the packed seating area full of people eating from the range of fast food outlets around the perimeter. So many families have no idea what these carby foods cooked in seed oils are doing to their bodies. Keep shouting your message guys.....it needs to be heard.

[@jobrown8146]

@@annettestephens5337 Yes, I'm noticing the same thing. It's also interesting looking at the contents of the shopping trolleys. I am so thankful that I found out about low carb when I was diagnosed with diabetes in Oct 2021 (just happened on it when researching diabetes). Since going low carb and learning more about them, I'm noticing people's body shapes. Some men look like they are 10 months pregnant, some men are obviously TOFIs, parents who are round with children who are mini versions of themselves. I'm not judging because I used to be 80kgs (only 5 foot / 152 cm in height) and am now down to what I weighed before starting my family in 1984, 58kgs, and that is without trying.

[@Gesundheit888]

I've been in your situation so often already. Now I take some beef jerky with me just in case.

[@jobrown8146]

@@Gesundheit888 I actually had my lunch in the car but thought it would be nice to eat out for a change because I hadn't done so since going low carb. When I got back to the car I ate half of the ham because I knew that I would get hungry if I didn't have some protein. The funny thing is that I've had a plan for if I forget my work lunch but didn't action that when out that day.

[@markallen381]

My doctor has prescribed one drug after another for my diabetes type 2. Then I got a continuous glucose monitor (CGM). I changed my diet to stop eating carbohydrates to cut out the spikes of high blood glucose and I found that Metformin & Glipizide had no effect on my blood sugar. I stopped taking those. There are several other drugs I take that I will need to reevaluate. All because I changed my diet.

[@defeatdiabetes]

This is an amazing story @markallen381, thank you for sharing it. Seeing your blood glucose spike and drop in real time has a profound effect, doesn't it?! If you want to consult with a low carb friendly doctor instead, we have a directory you may find helpful --> www.defeatdiabetes.com.au/resources/expert/find-a-local-low-carb-health-professional/

[@gloriaaraullo2791]

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[@garyjackson4054]

My local cafe now has “Gary Breakfast “ in their menu. Scrambled eggs made with butter and grilled bacon.

[@defeatdiabetes]

Haha we LOVE that! Is that named after you, or Gary Taubes?!

[@garyjackson4054]

@@defeatdiabetes well it’s my influence on the cafe owner but I would give the “other Gary” some credit for it 😁

[@rbt772]

​@@garyjackson4054Gary what's the cafe name? Would like to check it out online. 😊

[@Val.Kyrie.]

Amazing. My chef and I are carnivore, working on making the managers carnivore too. We’re always happy to switch an order to keto or carnivore.

[@iheartcryptoverse2857]

Now that's delicious!

[@rickyb8636]

Fascinating discussion. I'm reading Gary's book right now, even though I have lost 180 pounds, kept it off for 10 tears, and at 73, have put my T2 diabetes into remission without the use of drugs. I just want to keep learning as much as possible because it helps me stay focused. My sister died of dementia and kidney failure some years ago, undergoing all the wrong treatments for her diabetes in a care home. She was subjected to the idea of eating the carbs she could not properly metabolize and then using drugs as the supposed antidote. If I knew then what I know now I could have saved her. That experience is what keeps me motivated to learn all I can about this disease and share my story with others who can hopefully benefit.

[@defeatdiabetes]

That's an incredible story, well done on being so determined and getting the results. And by educating yourself, you're hopefully educating others too, it's the only way awareness will grow! :)

[@rickyb8636]

@@defeatdiabetes thank you. I’ve written a book about it but so far no luck getting it published.

[@williamdexter335]

How is it going to work on my body? I've been carnivore for 2 yfirst keto. Before that understanding that I cannot have any sugar or carbs. Oh, am I getting off my type one long-lasting and short, lasting medication that they keep wanting to give me more. I don't understand how I jump from that to not taking them. And can't seem to find anyone that knows how to do that.?

[@williamdexter335]

To make things clearer, I was typed t2 for 40 years and now type one. So confused. Thank you janet

[@mosesng1109]

Gary Taubes changed my life.... I am always grateful to him

[@defeatdiabetes]

That's a lovely compliment for Gary Taubes! 😊 Thanks for tuning in!

[@Krunch2020]

I was also enlightened by Mr. Taubes’ Good Calories, Bad Calories. Doctors told me to lower fat, salt, and sun. Cheese sounds good about now!

[@Krunch2020]

I was also enlightened by Mr. Taubes’ Good Calories, Bad Calories. Doctors told me to lower fat, salt, and sun. Cheese sounds good about now!

[@mosesng1109]

if not for Gary Taubes..... I would still be stuck in the 'calorie in, calorie out' paradigm..... which many are still in

[@moiraeastman1997]

Me too. Gary Taubes’ Good Calories, Bad Calories is a life changer. Thank you Mr Taubes.

[@hkvery3852]

Excellent thank you. I got my type 2 diabetes into normal blood sugar range in 6 months on diet alone, no meds.

[@defeatdiabetes]

That's amazing, great job! 🙌🏻

[@gabymalembe]

The sentence of Gary Taubes that changed my eating habits over 15 years ago was that people in cultures that ate their traditional diets didn’t get diabetes, obesity, and heart disease until they started importing sugar, flour, and vegetable oils.

[@gabymalembe]

I wonder what Taubes thinks about Roy Taylor’s research that people who are willing to lose a lot of weight reverse diabetes.

[@defeatdiabetes]

Great question! We would guess that he might agree with it in theory, but question whether it was sustainable?

[@tarabooartarmy3654]

Actually, people in Asia (as an example) started getting more cases of diabetes and many other diseases after they increased their level of meat and dairy consumption. Look at Okinawans vs the rest of Japan. In Okinawa they still mainly eat the typical Japanese diet of mostly carbs and vegetables with very small amounts of seafood and occasional meat for flavoring and they have much lower rates of disease than the rest of Japan. So much lower they are considered a “Blue Zone”. The rest of Japan had been slowly increasing their meat consumption for decades, and their rates of disease are rising right along with it. And it makes total since why, since all that saturated fat is found mostly in animal products. Insulin resistance (type 2) is caused by excessive fat accumulation in muscle cells, which are only supposed to have small amounts of it. It’s called intramyocellular fat (or lipids). It blocks insulin from carrying glucose out of the blood and into the cells for energy, which is why type 2 diabetics typically feel weak and tired. All the saturated fat in large amounts of meat and dairy are what lead to this accumulation. That’s why low carb makes diabetics THINK they’ve reversed their condition, but the minute they eat something like a potato, their blood sugar goes sky high. Once I switched from low carb to plant based, all that fat accumulation started leaving my muscle cells and improved my insulin sensitivity and now I can eat a potato and have glucose under 130, sometimes under 100, where on low carb if I ate a single potato on rare occasion as a treat (because baked potato is my favorite food) it would be 200+ after two hours. I didn’t believe it could be possible, but it did work for me.

[@chrislastnam6822]

Traditional diets are usually high in fruit and vegetables and relatively low in fat and animal protein.

[@gabymalembe]

@@chrislastnam6822 I suspect that after starting to eat sugar, flour and seed oils they still ate fruits and vegetables, so I suspect what you don’t eat is morei important.

[@nickjohnson811]

The mindset of medical education is to identify the illness, then plug in the recommended drugs, period. Doctors seem to know less about nutrition now than they knew 100 years ago. I used to be on over 100 units of insulin a day before I went keto, and now I'm in the normal range without drugs. After being on thyroid medication for 25 years, I discovered that iodine supplementation alone can put my thyroid output in the normal range as well. When I asked my doctor why they didn't test for iodine deficiency or do iodine supplementation before using medication, he smiled and said it was a good question. It's incredibly sad how much preventable illness exists because of doctors' ignorance of nutrition.

[@LauraB.335]

Absolutely! And it goes even further. I think every symptom of a given disease is, for the most part, a symptom of insulin resistance or metabolic dysfunction. Doctors just take those individual symptoms, and, depending upon how they cluster them, they label them by different diseases, so they can then throw a pill at it. I met a woman who used to work for the pharmaceutical company that created the first drug used with fibromyalgia. They had a drug that they were using for something else (I think it was depression), but it wasn’t working, so they asked themselves, “What symptoms does this drug help with?” They clustered the symptoms together and the pharmaceutical company made up the name fibromyalgia! All of these diseases are made up B.S.! Address the root cause of all of these symptoms by addressing the insulin resistance.

[@defeatdiabetes]

Scary science!

[@andrewwilgress4100]

I'd smoke today if I could afford it. At lest vape Love the nicotine. Sin tax is BS if you ask me.

[@johnmartinsen963]

Thanks for the spot on comment...I hope you don't mind I copy/pasted it to today's Liver Disease video ❣

[@Merzui-kg8ds]

Doctors' training trickles down from Big Insurance and Big Pharma.

[@ab71]

THANK you for having Gary on. God bless you both for sharing such important information!

[@miras2222]

last summer my husband was diagnosed with type 2 diabetis, his fasting sugar was ca 10.5 - .11,0 combined with high blood preassure and nasty skin problems. 3 months ago he started low carb diet + Berberine suplement. His fasting sugar level decreased gradually to 9.5 after one month, ca 8.5 after two months and now is 7.2 , blood preassure is usually bellow 140/90. Still not perfect but it's a good progress, he is on the path to normal, highly motivated to stick to this eating style, especially he is feeling much better having more energy, he lost some weight and sleeps alot better, also his skin condition significantly impooved. i have no problems with diabetis but i noticed that I feel much better , less stressed and more energized since he started his low-carb diet, simply because we cook and eat same meals most of the time.

[@defeatdiabetes]

Thanks for sharing your personal health journey @miras2222, congratulations on helping your husband work towards type 2 diabetes remission through low carb. We have a raft of similar success stories of people who have achieved amazing results (weight loss, improved HbA1c and remission) by following our low carb program. You can read their stories here if you're interested --> www.defeatdiabetes.com.au/success-stories/

[@erniewhite1382]

Thanks to both of you guys for your invaluable information and support for a healthy lifestyle From a grateful 72 year old carnivore

[@defeatdiabetes]

HI Ernie, thank you for tuning in and we hope to see you on the next one! ❤️

[@CobinRain]

Gary Taubes…..a man who has saved lives, probably a lot of lives. I see him in an Heroic light and I see his struggle in much wider terms. The story of America over the last century century almost where vast corporation pay politicians huge sines of money to ensure that their own income stream is not too troubled by people questioning what they do to extract money from people to the people’s own detriment. Remember “unsafe at any speed”

[@defeatdiabetes]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts @CobinRain - Gary has certainly shone a light on some shonky science and is working hard to promote low carb, especially for people with type 2 diabetes. You can read more about the suggestions we've made to the Australian Government's Inquiry into Diabetes when our founder Dr Peter Brukner OAM was invited to present here ---> www.defeatdiabetes.com.au/resources/type-2-diabetes/dr-brukners-plea-inquiry-into-diabetes/

[@sherylboyle939]

​@defeatdiabetes in Australia, is Dr Anthony Chaffee. He has been carnivore for most of his adult life! You should interview him! He has a YT as well!

[@sarahg1077]

I once had a type 2 diabetic tell me she needs to eat cookies in the afternoon because of her insulin. (I wasn’t in the position to inform her that I think she had that backwards.)

[@defeatdiabetes]

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[@judyfreeman5193]

My husband too. I'm a naggy witch if I suggest he has it backwards.

[@WalkingOneLegAtATime]

OMG😂

[@ckomtro3]

sadly, very common, from what I have seen in other diabetics in usa. Even when I worked at a hospital, our patients got 16-20g of carbs, three times a day ordered from their doctors 😢 and, they let them have most of it desserts if they wanted to. I was not educated then, but am now. (not a nurse)

[@rubencandelas2068]

Actually they take a cookie as instructed to do so by doctors wanting to prevent possible hypoglycemia as a result of exogenesis insulin that the diabetic has taken.

[@maryrutigliano1044]

Great discussion on diabetes, thank you for your research, I'll buy your book today. Im eating carnivore now, 76yr old and not diabetic.

[@30petlin30]

Very few critical thinkers out there, but as one Dr mentioned when asked a question "Should every Person be tested for Diabetes T2 be tested". His Reply is "0nly those who are interested about their Life" Spot on

[@defeatdiabetes]

We agree - if you would like to learn more about your risk of developing type 2 diabetes, try taking our T2D risk assessment for free: www.defeatdiabetes.com.au/risk-calculator/

[@marylove4877]

Excelent discussion. I learnt all this through observation. I am a healthy type 1 diabetic because I discovered what works and what makes sense not by following the recommnedations of the healthcare system (sickness care system). I migrated to a controled carbohydrate diet because it worked at controling sugars while on insulin, maintained my weight, kept blood pressure and cholesterol normal. Although I have struggled daily to control blood sugars as it is a very difficult to titrate insulin as there are so many factors that affect insulin requirements. If you want to understand what is making everyone fat you should be looking at the insulin levels. Insulin is the hormone that controls fat storage. High insulin levels because of high carb intake results in fat storage. It's not a complicated understanding. This is well known in medical science. If you want to know why people struggle with hunger and controling their carb intake you need to address the facts about insulin. Insulin has about a four hour window of action. This action of insulin matches more correctly with carbohydrates found in whole foods. Process foods are high in carbohydrates that are processed by the body into glucose very fast. (glycemic index) This requires a large dose of insulin to keep the blood sugar in the very tight range. Unfortunately the amount of insulin needed is much more than what is needed to cover the carbohydrates. 50 percent of the insulin will have been utilized by two hours but not all of it. This is when the non diabetic begins to crave sweets to deal with still active insulin. For a type one diabetic their blood sugar is dropping and they are needing to eat sugar to prevent a low blood sugar crash. I have often wondered why people who eat so much are always struggling with being hungry. How can that be? I only experience that type of hunger when I have too much insulin on board and my sugar is dropping. If you want to control hunger you have to balance insulin. Start by stopping drinking carbohydrates. (Pop, juices) Then begin to eliminate processed foods. Eat real whole foods. Get carbohydrates mainly from vegetables and fruit.

[@defeatdiabetes]

Congratulations on your great health! You've clearly discovered the power of reducing your carbs!

[@murraybrockway6540]

Cyrus Khambatta PhD and Robbie Barbaro MPh control their type I diabetes on a low fat, no oil diet (30 grams a day). They eat Whole Food Plant Based no Sugar no Oil no Salt and cook with water.

[@maijab]

Agree completely. I was diagnosed type 1, March 2023. LADA. Have gone through much stress and trauma, long term prednisone use. I'm fixing my diet and dis-ease and malnourishment. The advice given for diabetes was shocking - so many carbohydrates, which I thought defeated the purpose. I'm eating keto and it's working.

[@murraybrockway6540]

@@maijab you're insulin resistance is getting worse. Eat whole foods. Vegetable above ground and berries. Skip the oils and get your fats from nuts, seeds, avocados. Keto delivers short term results, but increases mortality in many people. Whole Food Plant Based no Sugar no Oil no Salt (WFPB-SOS)is the healthiest lifestyle. DASH and Mediterranean are good. 3 to 4 oz meat or less is optimum. I replaced potatoes with sweet potatoes (more fiber) and squash. Avoiding sugar, flour products, fruit juice, alcohol, soft drinks and fried food is good advice (and most important) for WFPB-SOS, Paleo, KETO and Carnivore diets. Important to avoiding carbohydrates is not the same as reversing your condition.

[@gloriaharbridge4986]

My type 2 diabetes is definitely in remission or what we used to call it " diet controlled". I am off blood pressure medication. I have only lost about 5kg but no longer have joint pain, no longer have overall body stiffness.

[@LauraB.335]

How about it’s reversed? If it’s caused by certain foods, and you don’t eat those foods, then it’s gone. It’s like saying I hit my leg and got a bruise, and now that bruise is in remission. No, you’d say it’s gone. But you can still get a bruise if you hit your leg again. Remission is a word that makes everything sound as if nothing is ever really gone and people are just waiting for it to come back. How about we operate from the belief it is completely gone unless we do the things that cause it?

[@Gesundheit888]

@@LauraB.335 You have a point, although once a diabetic you will respond to sugar much quicker than people who have never been diabetics. Like once and alcoholic....is alcoholism ever gone or is it in remission.

[@LauraB.335]

@@Gesundheit888 - not true, if you reverse the insulin resistance that caused it in the first place, which can take a while. Insulin resistance can be in place for years before glucose gets consistently high enough to receive a diagnosis of type 2. But if you reverse the metabolic disease completely, it’s as if our body goes back to what it was before. In fact, I see no reason why it couldn’t even be more healthy than it was before metabolically. Most people with type 2 get the glucose down, get off all meds, etc, which is great, but the underlying insulin resistance isn’t gone yet, so yeah, they’re going to respond to sugar more quickly still. It’s interesting you bring up alcoholism. I wrote a paper in college about it. I think there can be people who let go of what defines them so much that the alcoholism is released, meaning someone can drink a little and not still be an alcoholic. So, yes, alcoholism can be gone. It’s the difference between someone who white knuckles it not to drink and someone who used to be an “alcoholic” and has no problem being around it, may even drink a little (or not), and not feel any need to ever have it again, without cravings, etc. I think our beliefs and thoughts are often very limited, and they don’t have to be.

[@defeatdiabetes]

Well done, Gloria! 🙌🏻

[@ironrose888]

Congratulations 😊 I’m diet controlled with keto. I have found that if my blood sugar gets too high, I have taken berberine and drink a lot of water and I have recovered quickly. 😊

[@Keithzzzzt]

Both of you are doing very valuable work. Luckily I have been following Drs and writers like you for many years. I say luckily because last January I got very blurry vision was constantly peeing and was always thirsty. ( it was from some serious holiday debauchery that pushed me over the edge) I checked my blood suger and it was at 9 and it wouldnt go down. It was stuck at 9 and even went to 11. ( it should have been in the 5 range) I was totally diabetic. Did I rush to my Dr? Nope. I immediately stopped all carbs, intermittantly fasted and took various supplements including berberine to correct my liver issues. Ate fatty beef, butter, bacon. Eggs. Mct oil. I also took blackseed oil for my pancreas. It apparently helps the pancreas recover beta cell function. I purchased a CGM and within weeks my blood suger was flat as a pancake. I tested myself at the 4 week time frame with a bolus of carbohydrates and I had a glucose spike with an immediate drop and then a perfect flat line of blood glucose afterwards. Repeated tests of carbs showed the same response. I had become insulin sensitive again. A Dr would have undoubtedly got me on metformin and insulin and if I hadnt already been well informed about the actual mechanisms of type 2 diabetes I might have blindly fallen into the diabetes/ insulin trap. Now I mostly stick to a ketovore diet. I dont fear if I fall off the carb wagon from time to time. Special occasions and whatnot I just dont chronically stuff carbs into my gullet anymore. If I hadnt known the signs of diabetes ( thirst, peeing , blurry vision) I might have gone further down the diabetes road and wouldnt have been able to put it into remission so quickly.

[@DeviatingVapors]

the list of problems with carbs of any kind are extensive. anyone that has dealt with epilepsy can look back at various historical points and see that ketogenic concepts resolve most of that in so many patients. long extended sessions of fasting too. there is (apparently) no such thing as an essential carb. but. essential fatty acids are crucial. having a ‘ complete ‘ amino acid profile is super key to any diet myth and health. this is a major flaw in the veg/an community shunning animal anything. many key substances are fat soluble. not water soluble. one of the only perks to the pharmacy trade. way way back. Eli Lilly. came up with gelatine capsules. veg/an types are deluded into thinking soy is better. it ain’t. many flaws with soy. known. for 5,000 years. ancient asians who eat absolutely everything. that is the one solitary exception. has to be fermented. and. very small amounts. any nation that eats it like steak. oi. wow. punishment. the bad science here .. seems to be linked to the dead sea scrolls. very interesting but dry book by Allegro in 1970. delving into the semantics of each word. incredibly technical. definitely was not a best seller. but. very eye opening. tried to find this (new Taubes) book the last two days. but. no one stocks it. sigh. very boring cover. someone here mentioned a significant printing faux pas. maybe consider a modified cover choice (pretty please). so many people could benefit. w/a better cover, it could catch their eyes. diabetes is totally reversible. T2D and T3 has better outcomes ditching carbs. the issue is stopping carbohydrates. absolutely unnecessary. physiology people in New Zealand are adamant about that. Canada is so proud of the Insulin as a drug discovery it is etched on the reverse of the 100.00 bill. various countries choose to make a profit. or to have it as inexpensive as possible. which country are you in. might have a lot to do with how they approach this ‘ disease ‘. it ain’t a disease. you don’t ‘ catch diabetes ‘. it is a sign your body can’t deal with what u eat. everyone should shun it. certainly any diabetic. interesting the butter and cucumber idea. tho. small studies have shown that butter seems to only be beneficial if it is heated. vs eaten cold. my mother used to slice it like cheese. the peel of many types of cucumber has a bitter compound. so bugs won’t eat it. definitely peel all or most of it off before consumption. can’t recall what that substance is called at the moment. (back to the scrolls) calligraphy is my background. while certainly a fascinating discovery, not too many people can comprehend the difficulties of the craft. the papyrus. the ink. the nibs. the work involved. and. missed by the bulk of the planet. typos. how hard it is to letter. by hand. and. what do you do with a typo. on ‘ paper ‘. to make a second version. every letter. again. by hand. ohhh thank u Gutenberg … I would conjecture that, this is the core issue. there is one letter. added. which. is an error. it should be ‘ r e a d ‘. i.e., daily reading. reading was rare tho. information was passed down orally. so. those that were taught to read. were savvy. often highly regarded in the culture. not give us this day. our daily bread. preposterous. the ancient egyptians knew. how harmful grains were. on the body. teeth. brain. eyes. skull. bones. all significantly and negatively effected by grains. carnivores. and. vegans. have showed us the perks. and. flaws. on both sides. doesn’t seem to be deficiencies to meat only diets. exactly the opposite in fact. just issues when you have a mixed. or. balanced diet. that is the flaw. carbs block absorption of key minerals. like zinc. the best diets for vision is stuff that has B-12, B-6, etc. not lack of them. reduce your carb anything .. and. u will probably see much better results. the bible thinkers are fixated on bread. but. to me. carbs are the devil. if. u believe in that kinda stuff. which. I don’t. I am agnostic. Kelly Brogan put out a book in 2016. I suggest starting there. her patients have resolved many many types of chronic conditions that medications can’t fix. Lustig. is adamant that grains harm the pancreas. and. liver. why would anyone want an ‘ acute liver toxin ‘ to be the corner stone of your diet. sigh. absolutely ridiculous. see his latest lectures on obesity. UPF is the driver of the rampant disease matrix affecting the planet. which they won’t be able to remedy. as it is baked into their whole process. disassembling proteins. fats. into particles. Dr. Michael Eades did a talk. Jan 14, 2024. nails that. I cannot punch any holes in that view .. and my background along w/my father was prevention in the dental surgery space. 1946-now. food. has to be. whole. fresh. no processing. of any kind. except what largely the female component of any society invented. way way way back. so. think ancestral. paleo. our bodies are designed to be self healing. and. they can. just remove modern slop. and. watch out for oxalates. cheers from canada.

[@defeatdiabetes]

Thank you for sharing your story Keith, glad to know that sticking to a ketovore diet has worked for you. Wishing you good health! 🙏🏻

[@hollynoel7736]

How much black seed oil did you take daily? thanks

[@Keithzzzzt]

@@hollynoel7736 2 teaspoons in divided doses.

[@hollynoel7736]

@@Keithzzzzt Thank you!

[@iss8504]

MD means allopathic, which means they look for the symptom that is not normal, treat it and you're good. That's the entire basis of MD education. The problem is we've made the training ridiculously long, and so future MDs have zero time to think. It's just memorization. In the UK, when my dad went to med school, it was 6 years, and straight out of hs. Now in the US the average age of a 1st year med student is 25, and you have a mandatory 4 year undergrad degree, plus what is now looking like 2 gap years for either more experience or more education. The majority of MD-PhDs walking around did the PhD because they didn't get into med school right out of undergrad. So to train a family medicine doctor, it's 8 years after you enter med school, thus a minimum of 11 years total of education and training, plus 2 more years if you needed it between undergrad and med school. It's ridiculous. And those new doctors know a lot of things but they don't learn nutrition beyond nutrition in a hospital setting. Probably because it seems too simple. Going to the doctor to stay healthy is a wrong idea. It's up to us to avoid the doctor. I say this with a son in med school now. Med school is essentially a place to learn about prescribing drugs.

[@defeatdiabetes]

11 years and minimal nutrition training... 🤔🫣

[@defeatdiabetes]

11 years and no/minimal nutrition training... 🫣🤔

[@donnafuller9527]

I love this interview gentleman, very informative to me as I have chosen diet to help me against the fight with diabetes! But just for your information, ozempic, I have learned, will leave the patient with a problem with their digestion in yrs. to come!! Thank you for confirming to me that in the long run, lowering my carbs is the way to go!! One doctor told me, it’s like my body is allergic to carbs so why would I put in my mouth something I’m allergic to? Works for me!! Not as fun mind you but Lordwilling when I leave this world, my legs will still be attached & I will be minus diseases like cancer etc!!

[@defeatdiabetes]

We agree wholeheartedly Donna! Glad you're finding success with low carb :)

[@Ariella-mx3xq4cw6n]

In the 1960s In my training hospital in the UK we were still treating diabetics with a low carbohydrate diet. We were also taught that Type 2 diabetes was a disease of old age. people over 70 years. My friend; her son now in his late 20s is type 1 since 2 years old. While she fed him with the low carb diet his sugar was under control. Then as a teen they said, eat what you like and give yourself more insulin. His blood sugar has never been under control since then. Was the UK later than USA in pushing High carb diets for diabetics? Or were we just in 2 freak hospitals treating diabetes correctly. For ordinary people the high carb diet low saturated fat was in full swing by the 70s.

[@defeatdiabetes]

Wow, this is so interesting, thank you for sharing. It's heartbreaking to think we moved away from a simple dietary solution for managing type 2 diabetes to an eating approach that actually worsens people's condition. Here's the low down on how we got here --> www.defeatdiabetes.com.au/resources/nutrition/how-did-we-get-nutrition-so-wrong/

[@gayleharrison2477]

I've been told I have diabetes, along with heart disease, among a host of other problems coming out of the hospital, now I'm on a hand full of medication. I've been doing my own research & test with what I eat & my insulin & found that I don't need as much insulin they said I need.

[@anaclark5751]

Proud of you for taking matters into your own hands and not being a sheep. Greetings from Australia

[@defeatdiabetes]

Hey Gayle, thanks for sharing your comment with us. It's commendable that you've taken the initiative to explore various approaches to managing your health, including your diet and insulin levels. In your journey towards better health, we'd like to share that adopting a low-carb diet has shown numerous benefits for individuals managing diabetes and heart disease. Research has shown that reducing carbohydrate intake can help stabilize blood sugar levels, decrease insulin resistance, and improve heart health markers. By optimizing your diet to include fewer carbohydrates, you may find that your insulin requirements decrease, as you've observed. Additionally, many individuals report increased energy levels, weight loss, and improved overall well-being when following a low-carb approach. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further information on adopting a low-carb diet to support your health journey. Wishing you strength and success in your efforts towards better health.

[@gayleharrison2477]

​@@defeatdiabetesThank you for your response, I would like to know all I can about a low carb diet that would be a big help for me on my journey to getting back on my feet again and off the insulin & medication by next year Thank you.

[@johnallen7367]

Hi. At 63 i was fat, sick on heart meds. 265lbs. Finished. Forget keto/low carb. Go straight to carnivore. I did. In 8 months I lost 75lbs, cured arthritis, ibs, gastric reflux, depression, anxiety, prostate problems, joint pain, sleep apnoea, inflammation, t2 diabetes. Kicked my meds progressively, extraordinary. Diabetes is a choice. My physical and mental health is nothing short of magical. Im back in the workplace now shaming guys half my age. Jump in.

[@tracyd2598]

If you are over 35, and female, HRT could help these issues. They are just discovering how crucial hrt is to women's health in perimenopause and menopause!

[@ivobiancucci4528]

My A1C went from 6.7 to 6.2 in less than two months. Diabetes can be cured by NOT eating the foods you ate that gave you a diabetes diagnoses. Fasting helps too keep you insulin low and steady

[@defeatdiabetes]

That's fantastic news! We're thrilled to hear about your significant progress in managing your A1C levels. Your dedication to making positive lifestyle changes is truly inspiring. It's remarkable how dietary adjustments and fasting can have such a positive impact on insulin levels and overall health. Keep up the excellent work, and remember that your commitment to healthier habits is making a real difference. Wishing you continued success and good health!

[@rosiesweeney7856]

I was on the carnivore diet for just a week and I brought my blood sugar down to 4.9 I was astonished.😮.

[@ckomtro3]

wow, what was it before then?

[@ShamanKish]

Is that a keto diet?

[@johnallen7367]

Carnivore diet was found by harvard medical research to cure completely t2 diabetes in 98% of people who commenced carnivore diet, and usually within 2-3 weeks. Without medication.

[@johnallen7367]

Diabetes is, apparently, a choice. I reversed my t2 diabetes, and a host of other chronic diseases, in 2 weeks on Carnivore elimination diet. Just fatty red meat, eggs, bacon, butter, a little dairy.

[@davidcottrell1308]

really....your three month average changed in a week? seems unlikely.

[@250txc]

The term that fits this lying is 'agnotology'. *Within the sociology of knowledge, agnotology is the study of deliberate, culturally induced ignorance or doubt, typically to sell a product, influence opinion, or win favour, particularly through the publication of inaccurate or misleading scientific data (disinformation).* Mr Robert Lustig used this term, *agnotology,* in one of his videos...

[@alastairpratt66]

I am a type 2 diabetic and I have been told by multiple doctors that a Keto diet is too dangerous for diabetics. So glad I found this.

[@defeatdiabetes]

So glad it was helpful! Once you get an understanding of the history of nutrition science, it's hard to turn a blind eye! Dr Brukner wrote a great summary of things here: www.defeatdiabetes.com.au/resources/nutrition/how-did-we-get-nutrition-so-wrong/

[@johnallen7367]

Carnivore diet cures t2 diabetes in a few weeks. Every time.

[@mervschetter3244]

I am 81 years old and just got over prostate problems, I use vitamins to stop the prostate problems and fiber, The prescribed products caused constipation, pressure builds up in the annus valve and inserts pressure on the prostate gland so the need of fiber is needed.

[@anaclark5751]

Hi, what vitamins helped you please. Greetings from Australia

[@thomasdymowski5848]

i eat 5 Dried prunes after lunch and have another bowel movement with no problem. CHECH IT OUT.

[@johnallen7367]

Im 63, Australian male. I was 265lbs, fat, sick on heart meds. T2 diabetic. I went carnivore diet. 8 months later, I'd lost 75lbs, cured arthritis, ibs, gastric reflux, depression, anxiety, prostate problems, joint pain, sleep apnoea, inflammation, t2 diabetes and a host of other health problems. Diabetes, and in fact, most of these things, went in the first few weeks. My mental and physical health is extraordinary. All i eat is fatty red meat, bacon, eggs and a little dairy. Im never hungry, never tired. I have had 0 fibre in 10months now, and my guts work like never before. I have never felt this alive and powerful. My testosterone is through the roof. Forget fibre. Eliminate sugar, carbs, plant foods, processed foods, seed oils. Unbelievable results. Kicked all my meds. My resting bp is 15points lower without meds than when I was on meds.

[@ginnyhaines9261]

It was so much easier for me to eat low carbohydrate than it was for me to give up smoking.Carbs only took a few days, smoking was challenging to give up for a year.

[@defeatdiabetes]

Hey Ginny, glad to know that you have now embarked on a low carb lifestyle 👍🏻

[@mjgrant1515]

bravo for both those improvements in your health. i quit smoking 48 years ago. one of the best things i’ve done. started time restricted eating 8 years ago & went low carb about 5 years ago. at 70 i feel healthier than i have my entire life.

[@Clarice-e6g]

😆Gave up smoking and carbs.....keep falling off the wagon with carbs.....really like them.....new blood test coming up.

[@mjgrant1515]

@@Clarice-e6g yes, carbs are hard but just keep at it. eventually i got used to the substitutions and then i began to like them & THEN i started to crave the healthy food. have you tried time restricted eating?

[@Clarice-e6g]

@@mjgrant1515 Thank you, I GG 'time restricted eating'?

[@ralfschwartz88]

Rethinking Diabetes is another excellent book from Gary Taubes. However, be aware the publisher screwed up the hardbound copy badly - pages 52-84 are missing, with a later section of the book dropped in their place by mistake. Go past this - the rest of the book is definitely worth it.

[@KenJackson_US]

Hopefully that was a limited error that got caught before very many were printed.

[@ralfschwartz88]

@@KenJackson_US Several people have commented on it in the Amazon reviews. I haven't seen any sign of mitigation, unfortunately.

[@defeatdiabetes]

Thanks for tuning in, Ralf! And so sorry to hear that your book have a few missing pages. Best to reach out to Dr Taubes team so they can action it. 😞

[@JoaninFlorida]

Mistake or intentional censorship? Publishers recall or usually at least address and correct such books

[@sarahg1077]

I’ve been hearing doctors such as Dr. Fung and Dr. Bikman (who is actually a researcher and not a physician) have said the complications associated with diabetes is a result of hyperinsulinemia but because we’re all so focused on glucose. So yes, the glucose could be normal but at the cost of high insulin leading to insulin resistance, you’ve traded one issue for another.

[@defeatdiabetes]

Yes, a very valid theory, and we're big supporters of both Dr Fung and Ben Bikman's work. A great glucose level just means the insulin is working... How hard it's working is hard to know, without blood testing to measure it.

[@RiverCrockett-in7bg]

Don't forget Sten Ekberg. He explains everything so anyone can understand it, expecially those from a couple of years ago.

[@Cher1924]

I love to listen to Gary - he is amazing. The medical system is only known allopathic medicine which is drugs and surgery. They have given up on changing the diet because most people will not listen and prefer a pill instead. Unfortunately, that is the way with mental health too. That is why psychiatry business is booming and the health care systems are crumbling.

[@defeatdiabetes]

Thanks for tuning in, @purplelady837!

[@gordonredwood3909]

7 of 10 people will die sooner than make a meaningful change. It's heartbreaking.

[@jellybeanvinkler4878]

😊I haven't listened to the podcast yet, but I agree. Of the people I know with diabetes (some with serious complications, and some well controlled with drugs, but side effects evident), I don't share info. I don't even discuss some of the low carb facts, or even the vegan, low fat theories with them. I know that they would not in a million years, restrict their diet in order to control blood sugar. Pills are easier. Besides, they are guided and costs covered, in a most convenient way.😢

[@LauraB.335]

@@jellybeanvinkler4878- the sad part is is that type 2 (and many other symptoms of metabolic dysfunction)can be completely reversed. Blood sugar isn’t just controlled. They can reverse all the symptoms, get off all meds, and even reverse the insulin resistance using diet and fasting. Some people can’t go back to baseline, but even those who have been diabetic for many years, can see it all reversed! Dr. Jason Fung and Megan Ramos tell some miraculous stories after having worked with 1000s of type 2 diabetics! The limited thinking we have about disease is so sad to me.

[@warrenklein7817]

My old experienced GP told me 11 years ago he was depressed at coming into his surgery every morning to see his long-term diabetic patients to determine which parts needed cutting off, knowing that they could have avoided those serious disabilities by sensible food choices and exercise as constantly advised by him but ignored.

[@defeatdiabetes]

It's a tragic occurrence, but a common one unfortunately. The more awareness of how simple changes can make a difference, the better off we'll all be.

[@gorettteixeira8680]

That's because carbs are addictive. Breaking addiction is not easy.

[@aliciastanley5582]

I read a study that talked about the pancreas cells related to diabetes were subject to autophagy and replacement, to answer one of the questions raised. As a type 2 diabetic of 27 years and on keto for 3 years with a stable 5.6 A1C I am working hard to get my A1C to 5.0. I do intermittent fasting most days, 2 meals, higher protein taking creatine and working out jogging and weights & bands plus more. I am trying to build muscle & stave off sarcopenia. I am hoping from a variety of things I’ve read and heard from doctors that with occasional 36 hr fasts I will promote more overall autophagy of nonfunctioning cells, utilization of stem cells to replace them that if I stay within a low carb or keto framework I can replace those pancreas cells. I still take metformin and with the data of longevity related to it I’m in no rush to get off. I have found lately on a couple of occasions when I forgot to take my metformin ( this is extremely rare) that I had no higher blood sugar ramifications. I’m 70. If I do go off metformin I will probably take berberine.

[@defeatdiabetes]

Thanks @aliciastanley5582 for sharing your health journey. Quality of life is critical as we age, and it sounds like your focus on longevity is paying off! Congratulations on achieving remission through low carb and intermittent fasting.

[@carollizc]

My doctor connected me with a nutritionist who put me on a low carb, high fat diet. My sisters went nuts, telling me I was going to have a heart attack, a stroke, etc etc. I checked withvmy doctor,telling him what the nutritionist had told me to do. "That's exactly right!" He told me, "that's what we used to do to treat diabetes before they invented insulin." Well! That shut my sister's done. Their new rant is that it's too expensive to sustain. Well, I think I just have to find ways to cut the costs. Perhaps the real thing we need to do as a society is to stop making poisonous "food" cheap and easy to obtain and rather, work on making good food less out of reach of more people.

[@defeatdiabetes]

Eating real food is definitely cheaper than medications, ongoing doctor's appointments, hospital visits, possible long-term complications from type 2 diabetes... The list goes on! Dr Brukner actually outlined the cost savings to the Australian government if everyone with type 2 went low carb, check it out here: www.defeatdiabetes.com.au/general/9-things-the-australian-government-could-do-to-reduce-the-type-2-diabetes-burden/

[@erniewhite1382]

Thanks to both Peter and Gary for making this vital information that is adding to our knowledge base

[@defeatdiabetes]

We're so glad you enjoyed the session.

[@garyjagoe9541]

My mother followed the advice from her doctor and diabetic dietitian 16 years ago. She started on the “recommended diabetes diet.” Over that time she progressed from diet to different medications and progressed to daily injections of different types of insulin. 😢

[@howardlarsen2540]

For 1000s o Yrs, We've used organic meat,butter,fat & unpasteurized dairy?.Y r they now,Bad for us???

[@warrenklein7817]

Seed oils are an industrial concoction but cheaper than traditional fats.

[@howardlarsen2540]

@@warrenklein7817 a cause o Glaucoma, Macular Degeneration,poor immunity, omega 3 deficiency, dementia,💓 disease..

[@defeatdiabetes]

Hey Howard, our grandparents used to eat real, healthy food. But now, clever marketing of "healthy food" is making people think that they're making the right choices. The key is to eat a low carb diet with plenty of healthy fats, quality protein, and full-fat dairy foods will help to avoid blood sugar spikes. Here are some examples of "healthy foods" that can actually spike up your sugar: www.defeatdiabetes.com.au/resources/nutrition/5-surprising-healthy-foods-that-will-spike-your-blood-sugar/

[@tomgoff7887]

Ever heard of the appeal to Nature fallacy? Our ancestors developed the ability to consume alcohol ten million years ago. That still doesn't mean consuming booze is healthful. It just means that a source of additional calories during famines or food sghortages can mean the difference between life and death. Evolution isn't about delivering long healthful lives to individuals, it's about what allows the species to survive and reproduce.

[@Merzui-kg8ds]

Yes, however there are intervening variables of modern life that cannot be ignored: Overeating as normal; particulate contamination (pollution) even in organic foods; eating most meals away from "home" compels eating "convenience" foods which are often over processed, sugared, and carb loaded; food deserts which make healthy eating impossible for most who are not rich (example, safe, unpasteurized dairy is not available to the vast majority of people).

[@carolineknupffer2247]

Gary Taube is one of the heroes

[@defeatdiabetes]

Thanks for tuning in, Caroline! 🙌🏻

[@janetburnsed6604]

Amen Gary. Thanks for your insight.

[@defeatdiabetes]

Thanks for watching!

[@bobkelley8291]

It is nice to hear two men using their brain to think. Refreshing! I have been eating mostly meat for a year now after trying, So by about 60 days the carnivore diet for 30 days. Then BINGO my blood sugar started falling fast so by 60 days I no longer was taking diabetes meds. I lost weight also...

[@defeatdiabetes]

Thank you for tuning in! 😊

[@franrushie.510]

I do my grocery shopping tomorrow.. I will buy low carb and carnivore foods… I’m pre diabetic and want to get it to a normal level

[@defeatdiabetes]

Low carb is one of the proven ways to lower blood glucose levels and keep you feeling fuller for longer. We've got lots of great info on getting started with low carb, and preventing pre-diabetes from progressing here: www.defeatdiabetes.com.au/resources/baby-steps-to-low-carb-your-simple-guide-to-getting-started/

[@helanna9843]

When I was watching this podcast I remembered reading how people in Galileo's time believed the sun revolved around the earth because it maintained their long held belief system and power structure. Things haven't changed much but, at least, Gary Taubes has not been imprisoned for pointing out the errors in our thinking.

[@defeatdiabetes]

We might not be imprisoning people for challenging conventional wisdom, but it doesn't mean new evidence-based health advice is being taken up any more quickly! We were recently invited to speak at the Australian government's inquiry into type 2 diabetes. Here's what our founder recommended to reduce the burden of type 2 diabetes --> www.defeatdiabetes.com.au/resources/type-2-diabetes/dr-brukners-plea-inquiry-into-diabetes/

[@edgadalinski7493]

The Medical System will not support this, because it makes the Medical System redundant and not necessary.

[@defeatdiabetes]

Hey Edgar, thanks for the comment. Recently, Dr Brukner gave a presentation to the ongoing Australian Parliamentary Inquiry into Diabetes. We're hoping to release preliminary results for this in March / April but in case you're interested in seeing other research on the topic, we’ve shared a link here: www.defeatdiabetes.com.au/resources/type-2-diabetes/3-in-4-patients-achieve-type-2-diabetes-remission-within-first-year-of-diagnosis/ We hope this sparks a bigger conversation among the medical community.

[@cheriethievin9243]

I have been taking insulin for 61 years... thankyou Banting & Best.

[@stanleymcintyre8100]

Old retired nurse here, low carb for diabetics is not new. In my early career as an endocrine peritoneal dialysis nurse and the beginning of insulin pumps we new which patients were cheating on their low carb diet by their blood work and gave them a bit of what for. At that time insulin was in short supply being made from pork or beef pancreas type one diabetics had to have insulin to survive. Then insulin could be made by bacteria in vats. Eat all the cake sugar pie you want just shoot up with more insulin.

[@defeatdiabetes]

Thanks for sharing your story @stanleymcintyre8100. It's true - low carb is definitely not new, but sadly it seems to be promoted very little for people with type 2 diabetes. Doctors receive next to no nutritional training and the dietitians are restricted to following the dietary guidelines. We're doing our best to highlight the benefits of low carb in managing blood glucose and achieving remission for people with type 2 diabetes. You can read more about our approach if you're interested - we'd love to hear your thoughts! ---> www.youtube.com/@stanleymcintyre8100

[@judyfreeman5193]

My husband did try the keto diet and it worked but his problem was when he took his insulin his blood sugar dropped to dangerous levels and he refused to quit taking insulin and started eating carbs to keep his blood sugar up and I banged my head against the wall until I finally understood that crazy logic

[@defeatdiabetes]

@judyfreeman5193 isn't it wild that we recommend people with type 2 diabetes eat carbs to offset insulin medication rather than address the core root of the problem? Eat fewer carbs, improve your blood sugar and reduce or come off meds completely. If it helps we have a raft of success stories from people who have come off metformin and insulin and a directory of supportive healthcare professionals who may be able to convince hubby that maintaining low carb is a path to better health: www.defeatdiabetes.com.au/resources/expert/find-a-local-low-carb-health-professional/ www.defeatdiabetes.com.au/success-stories/ Good luck!

[@judyfreeman5193]

@@defeatdiabetes thank you!

[@Whistlewalk]

During Covid for my Covid sanity project I got rid of ~100 lbs on the Keto diet (Jason Fung) and had to lower my humalin intake fairly substantially to compensate. No doctor actually involved in my decision making process. Since then I have instinctively been dancing my humalin intake because my blood sugar occasionaly goes too low. I am learning to balance my BS on about half the amount of humalin my doctor(s) are writing my prescriptions for and I am doing fine, except for the occassional days when I cut it too fine and my BS drops a bit too far and I tank a bit. I carry hard candies around for these emergencies. The challenge is trying to talk to my doctor(s) about what I am doing. I am having to wing this on my own. I'm doing fine but it really would be nice to have some support on this journey. Oh, and am having no real challenge keeping most of the 100 lbs off w/o much in the way of fuss. My weight is now pretty stable. I've just become used to getting through life w/o a sweet tooth and a controlled amount of carbs. Not a big deal.

[@defeatdiabetes]

Congrats on taking the reigns and managing your own health, it's empowering to know you're the one in control. We know traditional healthcare providers aren't trained in nutrition to the level we now know they should be. Not sure where you are located, but we maintain a directory of low carb-friendly doctors in Australia and New Zealand: www.defeatdiabetes.com.au/resources/expert/find-a-local-low-carb-health-professional/

[@johngmccune]

Just ordered the book, and it will arrive tomorrow. Thanks for a great show!

[@defeatdiabetes]

That's awesome, John! We hope you enjoy Dr Taubes' book! 😊

[@kathykeyser9416]

I’ve been doing low carb since 2021. Initially I lost 30 lbs and now maybe have gained 4 lbs. Haven’t taken any meds since then either. I’ve been eating mainly ketovore and usually fasting 18/6. Recent blood work is horrible. A1-C went up to 7.2, fasting insulin 15, homa-IR-6, Triglycerides 146. Too high protein intake? I’m gonna start eating my meter. I’m sure my endocrinologist will want me back on meds. I think I’m gonna tell her to give me 3 months to see if I can correct these issues. Your thoughts.

[@buddycollier5056]

Intra mayo cellular lipids - look it up

[@defeatdiabetes]

It's a rollercoaster isn't it?! Could be hormonal shifts? Higher protein can definitely raise blood glucose levels, though at a much slower, less 'spiky' rate. Best to check with your healthcare team. Good luck and congrats on the awesome progress to date!

[@clovermark39]

Glad we’ve now got Gary Taubes looking around diabetes.

[@defeatdiabetes]

Gary has been on the low carb train for some time but this book really pulls together the history of dietary guidelines, their impact on public health, and how they've contributed (along with UHP foods) to the crisis of the type 2 diabetes epidemic. Sobering stuff.

[@paulhelman2376]

The relation of the alpha and beta islet cells is vital and the disruption central to the development of metabolic syndrome.

[@summerwinter4]

Thank you for all the great information!

[@defeatdiabetes]

Thanks @summerwinter4, we're so pleased you enjoyed the webinar. If you want to learn more about how low carb can help manage type 2 diabetes, you can visit our helpful article --> www.defeatdiabetes.com.au/resources/type-2-diabetes/the-defeat-diabetes-program-how-does-it-work/

[@janproy7956]

Excellent discussion……exactly eliminate potatoes, rice, bread, pasta and sugar…….you will see a tremendous improvement in your health. I am a current work in progress……I will never return to a carb laden diet

[@tammywade3649]

And dairy!

[@defeatdiabetes]

@janproy7956 Great to hear you've started your low carb journey, it's amazing the difference it can make to your blood glucose, weight, energy, health, sleep and more! @tammywade3649 - are you lactose intolerant? Because otherwise there's no need to eliminate dairy from your diet. Watch Defeat Diabetes dietitian Nicole Moore explain why here --> www.defeatdiabetes.com.au/webinars/nutritional-myths-busted-dairy/

[@bruceabrahams4066]

Simple question; I am type2 for 22 years . Carnivore (mostly) for 6 months. My insulin dose is 25% of previous requirements. Before my dose was going up and up. Now I am slowly increasing it again. What do you suggest.

[@defeatdiabetes]

At Defeat Diabetes we recommend a low carb approach rather than a carnivore diet. The evidence for low carb in managing blood glucose and improving metabolic health is pretty overwhelming. Here's a handy link that breaks down the science --> www.defeatdiabetes.com.au/resources/science/show-me-the-evidence-a-low-carb-approach-to-managing-type-2-diabetes/

[@blahblah6725]

I read the book "Rethinking Diabetes" by Gary Taubes. Superb. Family and friends are very concerned that I stopped injecting insulin. I keep the book handy to shield me from their criticism. They are well intended, but they think my low carb high fat diet is dangerous.

[@defeatdiabetes]

We would always recommend consulting with your healthcare professional before making any changes to your meds. You can share our GP letter with them that provides the latest evidence and advice. More here --> www.defeatdiabetes.com.au/articles/doctors-letter/

[@timmaddison6198]

Went onto Keto(ish) diet. Off insulin, off Invocana, Metformin down 75%. Wow. It works

[@defeatdiabetes]

Congrats, Tim, that's a fantastic achievement! We love hearing success stories like this and have plenty more from our members who've been able to reduce weight and improve blood glucose management here --> www.defeatdiabetes.com.au/success-stories/

[@claudiamatthews7218]

Diabetes is a cash cow for the medical and business worlds.

[@defeatdiabetes]

Diabetes is a growing epidemic that requires collective effort to address. While it's true that managing diabetes can be expensive, it's important to remember that many in the health and medical field are dedicated to finding more affordable solutions and preventative measures, so ultimately people can live healthier lives.

[@nissassagame]

Newly diagnosed T2 here and my diabetic educator gave guidelines from diabetes Canada to get 45-60 carbs per meal. I was almost in ketoacidosis a month ago when diagnosed. 25.5! I seemed to have it going down and steady quite well, between 4-7 with lower carbs. Now with 3-4 carb servings per meal its certainly not looking like a smooth roller coaster. Spikes to 9-12 after every meal. Frustrating.

[@defeatdiabetes]

Hi there - for people with type 2 diabetes we recommend trying to keep to 50g of net carbs per day across all your meals to minimise impact on blood glucose. Our online program has seen some really encouraging results, with 2 in 3 improving their blood glucose and 41% coming off T2D meds. If you'd like to hear more about our award-winning approach, hop over here --> www.defeatdiabetes.com.au/resources/type-2-diabetes/the-defeat-diabetes-program-how-does-it-work/

[@paulhelman2376]

My experience as well back in 2011 after reading his "How We Get Fat and what To About It" then his other work as well and am through his latest on diabetes. This has been a boon to our family and my patients for the final decade of a 49 years of internal medicine practice. You are a remarkable person.

[@murraybrockway6540]

Low Fat Whole Food Plant Based no Sugar no Oil no Salt (WFPB-SOS) reverses type II diabetes and insulin resistance while the low carbohydrate diets avoid needing insulin and increase insulin resistance. Exercise, fasting, low fat diets reverse type II diabetes and insulin resistance by getting rid of the lipids inside cells that were blocking insulin from working. Mastering Diabetes by Cyrus Khambatta and Robbie. Dr Neal Barnard, UnDoIt! by Dr Dean Ornish and Anne Ornish

[@pauldunn9502]

The trouble is that scientists today are not working on 'clean' data because of the history of interventions. So in effect any work is now how to address a complex diabetes and as Mr Taube mentions, skipping across different stepping stones. So good to see independent research and review.

[@paulhelman2376]

Sweden issued a much more realistic dietary recommendation about eight years ago and what has been their experience?

[@ms-jl6dl]

How about Finland 1990-2010 reducing their heart-attacks by 92% ? What have they done (hint: the opposite) ? And has anybody here ever heard of "calorie restriction" diet and its effects? It's only 60 years old but nobody seems to know about it and its effects on health.

[@jacksable9596]

Doctors don’t get paid as well if they cure their patients. Insurance companies will pay for doctor visits, monitoring equipment and prescriptions, but not diet and exercise assistance. Seems pretty clear to me why change is slow.

[@defeatdiabetes]

Hi Jack, there needs to be a change on how diabetes is being treated. You might be interested in reviewing the recent presentation our founder, Dr Peter Brukner OAM, gave to the ongoing Australian Parliamentary Inquiry into Diabetes and we're hoping to release preliminary results for this in March / April. www.defeatdiabetes.com.au/resources/type-2-diabetes/dr-brukners-plea-inquiry-into-diabetes/

[@Gzluweez]

Faith in drugs is the problem. There’s an obvious parallel between the nonsense messaging about Covid Vaccines that don’t work, but keep taking it anyway. It occurred to me during this video that the onslaught of nonsense drug therapy for decades made the establishment feel it is perfectly normal to use drugs that don’t work and hell with the consequences.

[@DaveIrish66]

Thank you!!! We need to get healthy as a society

[@defeatdiabetes]

That we do! Our contribution to a healthier society is our mission to help 100,000 Australian's living with type 2 diabetes achieve remission. So far we've helped more than 10,500 members achieve better health, improve blood glucose and achieve type 2 diabetes remission. You can read more of our success stories here --> www.defeatdiabetes.com.au/success-stories/

[@paulhelman2376]

Carbohydrate is the only micronutrients which is completely non essential to human nutrition.

[@warrenklein7817]

True, but they can be made to taste good.

[@defeatdiabetes]

Hi Paul, both simple and complex carbohydrate foods break down into glucose or sugar in the bloodstream. And sure, complex carbohydrates release the sugar into the blood slower, but at the end of the day, they ALL release it into the blood. If we're trying to defeat diabetes and reduce the amount of sugar in our blood, lowering the number of carbohydrates we consume in our diet is the key.

[@johnathonwebster5720]

Super informative video this is essential listening for diabetics...

[@defeatdiabetes]

Thanks, we appreciate the feedback! If you'd like to learn more about low carb and type 2 diabetes, we have lots more resources here --> www.defeatdiabetes.com.au/resources/

[@1timbarrett]

What is the projected title of Gary Taubes’ next book? I want to pre-order that…! 📕

[@defeatdiabetes]

Great question Tim! What's your suggestions? We'll forward them to Gary!

[@chrissenior11]

I suspect part of the problem is the lack of training of GPs. II was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes in 2017. My doctor suggested I try to see how it would react to diet. I did my research, found the standard dietary advice was illogical so switched to low carb. Within 3 months I'd lost over 55lbs and had brought my A1C down to about 5. When I went for a check up at my new doctor's in 2018 (we'd moved house a few months before) he was shocked to hear my story. All my bloodwork was extremely healthy and he was almost in shock at seeing something that he did not know was possible.

[@defeatdiabetes]

We hear this so often - sadly, GPs are not given any meaningful nutritional training, so it's down to them to do their own research. Thankfully, we have a directory of low carb savvy health professionals for people to engage with. You can find it here -->www.defeatdiabetes.com.au/resources/expert/find-a-local-low-carb-health-professional/

[@itzakpoelzig330]

I was rewatching the movie The Witches from 1990, and in it the grandma gets diagnosed with diabetes. I was surprised to hear the doctor casually say "you'll have to cut out sugar." Why is medicine going backwards?

[@RiverCrockett-in7bg]

Money and greed? A patient cured is a patient lost.

[@defeatdiabetes]

@itzakpoelzig330 so true - 100 years ago we were recommending low carb diets for people with type 2 diabetes, but now we invite people to eat what they will and manage with insulin. Still, there is hope on the horizon and some of Australian peak bodies are taking note of the opportunities for better health that low carb brings.

[@barbaranaylor2595]

Is this session 2??

[@robertbarnier45]

Wonderful discussion. Thank you. AussieBob 😊

[@peggyrivera3964]

I have T2 diabetes and I went on a vegan fat free diet no animal products and no fat at all and my glucose level came way down I lost weight but my hair started falling out I went to a functional medicine doctor and he told me that was the worst diet for me and he told me to go on high protein low carb. My question is why did the vegan fat free diet lower my glucose so well?

[@upriver7047]

Purely by calorie resriction. Your hair fell out because you NEED protein to maintain healthy hair. Plant proteins don't have the needed vitamins. Meat proteins do.

[@krakraichbinda]

Fiber traps excess sugar, so your are not overloaded with sugar. And this a good thing. Fiber is not for you, but for your biom.

[@Archi-baby]

Respect to this man he tell it as it is 💯 take care all

[@defeatdiabetes]

Thanks for your feedback, we think Gary is a pretty cool dude too!

[@ghggp1]

Thank you! Great interview and I know carbs and my metabolism don’t mix! I am more aware to not eat them now. I hate drugs and want to move to diet rather than drugs!

[@defeatdiabetes]

So good to hear! We have lots of advice for people transitioning to or maintaining a low carb approach at the Defeat Diabetes website. You can read more here --> www.defeatdiabetes.com.au/resources/

[@jameshorton7496]

I'm a Type 2 and that's the drug I'm on. I also do a keto type diet. I stay away from as much sugar foods as possible by substituting sugar free things. I consume a minimum of pasta, potatoes, and other high carb foods. Though I don't eat enough veggies and fruits. But my doctor has me taking Metformin and I've heard good and bad things about it. I did lose a ton of weight. I was about 220lbs when diagnosed, now weigh about 184lb and trying to get lower. What's your take on Metformin?

[@defeatdiabetes]

It's great to hear about your proactive approach to managing your Type 2 diabetes through a low-carb, high-fat (keto) diet and the use of Metformin. Your dedication to making lifestyle changes and focusing on low-sugar alternatives is commendable. Regarding your question about Metformin, it's one of the most commonly prescribed medications for Type 2 diabetes, and it's generally well-tolerated by many individuals. Metformin works by helping to lower blood sugar levels and improve insulin sensitivity. While like any medication, Metformin may have potential side effects, it's essential to weigh these against its benefits and consult with your healthcare provider for personalized advice. Given your significant weight loss and ongoing efforts to manage your diabetes, it seems that your current approach, including the use of Metformin, is yielding positive results. However, it's essential to maintain open communication with your doctor, discuss any concerns or questions you may have about Metformin, and monitor how it's affecting you over time. Keep up the excellent work on your journey toward better health. Your progress is inspiring, and we wish you continued success in reaching your goals!

[@EricaNernie]

My doctor is still fixated on LDLC. He said I had FH (Familial Hypercholesterolaemia). I do not. I didn't mention that I was on Low Carb and it's a well-known phenomenon that on low carb, the LDLC goes up. They call such people Lean Mass Hyper-responders. I didn't bother trying to educate him. I just got the print-out of my labs and left with "See you in a year!"

[@defeatdiabetes]

It's a shame some doctors are still working to outdated science. Perhaps you could share this with him? --> www.defeatdiabetes.com.au/resources/type-2-diabetes/should-i-be-worried-about-ldl-cholesterol/

[@defeatdiabetes]

Very important to be in control of your own health!

[@franrushie.510]

Where I live there is a dialysis center almost on every few blocks. .. my goal is to go through life with no drugs.. my blood glucose test this morning was 99… on the blood 🩸 glucose meter… I want to get it under 90… that would be an A1C of 4.9.

[@defeatdiabetes]

Good for you, Fran!

[@videoproboston2450]

I have been prediabetic for a while and unfortunately just figured I'd take care of it some day. I really think we should just call it diabetes because I would have taken it more seriously. That's my fault and don't mean to blame anyone but myself. Anyway last June I was holding steady at 6.3 and this past March after a holiday food freak-out I hit 6.9. The doc put me on Mounjaro to aid in me losing the weight I need to lose, but I hate being on it. It has helped me lose weight and since the second week of March I am down almost 38 pounds. My goal is to lose this weight and get off the meds, all of them!. I am following a low carb diet now and cut even more out each day. My numbers have been great with well under a 100 for fasting and barely a spike near 120 after meals and closer too 100 pre-meals. I am not new to low carb/ Atkins style dieting. When I lost over 100 pound doing it my numbers on all blood tests were great. My doc wasn't happy wit the diet but I proved that it seems like the healthiest lifestyle for me to follow.

[@defeatdiabetes]

Isn't it strange that doctors are so resistant to a way of eating that clearly works for people with type 2 diabetes to improve their blood glucose and achieve remission. Even stranger when you consider the overwhelming evidence supporting low carb for managing type 2 diabetes and the endorsement and recognition of its effectiveness of every peak body around the world! Keep doing what you're doing, it's sounds as though you're seeing the results you deserve!

[@videoproboston2450]

@@defeatdiabetes Thank you! I was at my nutritionist a couple of days ago and while this person is very nice, the push for me to eat carbs is very strange after I explained my numbers being so “normal” on my current diet. The past couple of days my numbers have primarily been under 100 or just over after my meals and below 100 soon after. It’s really quite impressive. I know the Mounjaro has something to do with it, but my gut is telling me this is more about diet than anything. As a side note, I think everyone should buy a glucose meter whether they are diabetic or not. I bet we’d have a lot more people adjusting their diet. Years ago I lost a ton of wait on basically the Atkins Diet. My doctor hated the idea. Month after month I was going to see him to help me stay motivated and each weigh-in I would be ten plus pounds down. He wanted blood tests and to his surprise my numbers were beyond good. My cholesterol was as low as it has ever been. He finally said keep doing what you’re doing. LOL! Anyway, new journey and back to the low carb lifestyle…for good. I want a long healthy retirement someday. 🙂

[@iandorrington6397]

I went from an A1c of 63 to an A1c of 35 in three months with low carb and intermittent fasting....no meds at all..I think low carb is the only way for type 2 diabetes remission

[@defeatdiabetes]

Congrats! That's a fantastic - yet unsurprising! - result! We bet you feel all the better for it too :)

[@markbarbdearman2157]

One size does not fit all…I was keto for several years - diagnosed type 2 last year…then went carnivore for a year…my BG steadily climbed, as well as cholesterol, LDL & Triglycerides…after carnivore I became full blown diabetic w/A1c of 8.2…was 7.2 before. I’m saying there are more variables to this than one pat answer. 73 yr old female. I am now on a whole food plant based diet - low fat - moderate carbs. After 23 yrs I am finallly losing substantial weight & slowly reversing muslin resistance, which feeds on excess fat…just sayin’ …there still a lot of unbiased research on insulin resistance…BG is simply a symptom.

[@reversediabetesa1c]

Thanks for the education!

[@kathryns560]

I'm prediabetic and listening closely. Thank you! 🦋

[@defeatdiabetes]

We're so glad you enjoyed the webinar! The Defeat Diabetes Low Carb Program has helped many people reverse prediabetes. Here are a couple of our success stories: www.defeatdiabetes.com.au/success-stories/melinda-jones/ www.defeatdiabetes.com.au/success-stories/maryse-chapman/

[@ianmarsden8568]

Me too...

[@marymac9019]

I was pre-diabetic when I first started reading Gary Taubes. Following his research changed my health trajectory for sure, given the health of siblings. No meds into my 60s.

[@mariaspaducci700]

Thank you ❤

[@defeatdiabetes]

You're welcome 😊

[@terryschweitzer5535]

Low carbs 5 net or less, no sugar and intermittent fasting. Went from an avg 147 glucose measure to 99 for a 30 day average. Went from 235 to 209 lbs and still going. Feel fantastic! Look up the IF lifestyle.

[@defeatdiabetes]

Incredible results Terry!

[@pn5721]

Around the 22 minute mark Gary has a very interesting discussion about the liver and glucagon. The gist of this is on page 328 of his book "Rethinking Diabetes." This is important to understand. It explains an entirely new facet which researchers doctors and laymen aren't exposed to since THEY ARE ONLY EXPOSED TO INSULIN'S PART IN THE STORY (its anabolic function) and NOT the liver and glucagon which is catabolic: COUNTER-regulatory to insulin. If you haven't understood this you haven't understood jack sh*t.

[@defeatdiabetes]

Thanks for your feedback, we appreciate the explanation. You can watch more webinars about low carb and type 2 diabetes management at Defeat Diabetes here --> www.defeatdiabetes.com.au/category/resources/free-webinars/

[@cattleprods911]

Gary is a saint

[@defeatdiabetes]

Saint Gary - we like it! 😇

[@johneubank8543]

Fantastic presentation! thanks!

[@defeatdiabetes]

Our pleasure! You can watch more webinars from global experts and Defeat Diabetes founder Dr Peter Brukner here --> www.defeatdiabetes.com.au/category/webinars/

[@kerrymuir3897]

Very enlightening. Thank you.

[@defeatdiabetes]

Glad it was helpful, thank you for tuning in Kerry! ❤️

[@toni4729]

The art of medicine consists in amusing the patient while nature cures the disease. - Voltaire..

[@warrenklein7817]

"are" = "art"

[@rickybeasley3435]

What's the name of Gary's book

[@defeatdiabetes]

'Rethinking Diabetes: What Science Reveals about Diet, Insulin, and Successful Treatments'! www.defeatdiabetes.com.au/resources/free-webinars/has-diabetes-treatment-all-been-a-big-fat-lie/

[@BeccaLozierTrumpet]

I don't get it. How come I got diagnosed in February and I've reversed it by May, all with info i found online (you have to learn to vet online sources, but it's not impossible to find accurate, robust, repeated information from multiple non-sales-oriented people), but a diabetes DOCTOR hasn't bothered to turn on KZbin?

[@defeatdiabetes]

We find more and more healthcare professionals are open to newer lifestyle interventions. Hopefully those doctors who may not be low carb advocates won't be able to ignore the results achieved by people such as yourself!

[@leslietascoff9784]

Excellent! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@defeatdiabetes]

Thanks, we're so glad you enjoyed Gary's webinar with Defeat Diabetes founder Dr Peter Brukner. If you'd like more info or even give low carb a try yourself, you can read more information on the impact of diet on type diabetes here: www.defeatdiabetes.com.au/webinars/can-a-low-carb-diet-reverse-type-2-diabetes-2/

[@crabbypaddy5549]

The standard of care and Diabetes organisations treatment model of Diabetes is just wrong, dishonest and making the diabetes worse imo. The recommendations goes against the science. I had to do the complete opposite of their recommendations to get better. Their suggested diet is completely wrong.

[@defeatdiabetes]

Hi there, you might be interested in reviewing the recent presentation our founder, Dr Peter Brukner OAM, gave to the ongoing Australian Parliamentary Inquiry into Diabetes. We also have a clinical study underway with La Trobe University to demonstrate the efficacy of our approach (low carb healthy fat). We're hoping to release preliminary results for this in March / April but in case you're interested in seeing other research on the topic, we’ve shared a link below. www.defeatdiabetes.com.au/resources/type-2-diabetes/3-in-4-patients-achieve-type-2-diabetes-remission-within-first-year-of-diagnosis/

[@franrushie.510]

I just ordered Gary’s book.

[@defeatdiabetes]

We hope you enjoy it! You should have a look at our founders book, The Diabetes Plan, too :)

[@itzakpoelzig330]

May I make a prediction? Within 30 years, Ozempic is going to get the ever-loving shit sued out of them, and the parent company will have to crawl into a hole and change their name.

[@defeatdiabetes]

Not sure we'll take that bet, @itzakpoelzig330!!

[@christinawheeler6209]

I can see cardiologists cringing at the idea of eating a high saturated fat diet, hahahaha

[@defeatdiabetes]

It's true @christinawheeler6209, most are not too keen on it! But there are some that are slowly coming around to the science. Feel free to share this article with any cardios you know!! www.defeatdiabetes.com.au/resources/science/show-me-the-evidence-saturated-fat/

[@chilloften]

It’s so scary to me now when I eat something I shouldn’t, with high carbs or high sugar, my heart races and pounds. And it feels terrible, making me immediately regret. I’d never noticed when it was my normal to eat standard American diet.

[@defeatdiabetes]

We're sorry to hear you have such a reaction to carbs and sugar, but you're not alone. Reducing your carbohydrate intake doesn't have to be scary or difficult. The Defeat Diabetes Low Carb Program and community can help. You can learn more about our award-winning program created by doctors and dietitians here: www.defeatdiabetes.com.au/resources/type-2-diabetes/the-defeat-diabetes-program-how-does-it-work/

[@chilloften]

@@defeatdiabetes Thank you. I’m fine. It’s only when I eat sugars. I’m actually glad to notice the change that occurs.

[@breft3416]

It's not a lie. It's symptomatic relief. Good health is getting more scientific scrutiny as time goes on vs. pure disease and pathology. It will pay off when we can easily customize care and feeding to the individual. In the meantime, learn what you can and what works for you. Know thyself.

[@defeatdiabetes]

Wise words! Taking care of your own health is paramount!

[@noahniang5573]

Excellent interview!