Metformin is prescribed as the first line of defense for many individuals with type 2 diabetes, but it's NOT a long-term solution. And in fact, reliance on Metformin without lifestyle change is a recipe for disaster. We discuss all this (and the REAL solutions you should rely on) in this episode! -------------------------- If you'd like to get all the tips, tricks, and secrets of the Mastering Diabetes Method, you can get the Mastering Diabetes book here If you'd like to learn how you can start ...
Jul 11, 2023•32 min•Season 1Ep. 180
Talking about what gets in the way of lifestyle change can be just as important as talking about health science and strategy. So in this podcast, we're tackling 7 challenges and mindsets that can get in the way, even though they can be uncomfortable. -------------------------- If you'd like to get all the tips, tricks, and secrets of the Mastering Diabetes Method, you can get the Mastering Diabetes book here If you'd like to learn how you can start the guaranteed method to reverse diabetes, you ...
Jun 13, 2023•50 min•Season 1Ep. 179
Fruit gets a terrible reputation all across the internet, and it's just flat out NOT based in reality. So in this episode, fruit takes the stand for its own trial of the century, and we aim to exonerate it of 5 different unfounded claims! ------------------------------- If you'd like to get all the tips, tricks, and secrets of the Mastering Diabetes Method, you can get the Mastering Diabetes book here If you'd like to learn how you can start the guaranteed method to reverse diabetes, you can get...
Jun 06, 2023•57 min•Season 1Ep. 178
We're keeping strong with a topic that has been BIG for a lot of you: losing weight. And this time, we're breaking down 5 huge tips that can change the game for you. ------------------------------- If you'd like to get all the tips, tricks, and secrets of the Mastering Diabetes Method, you can get the Mastering Diabetes book here If you'd like to learn how you can start the guaranteed method to reverse diabetes, you can get started with your discovery call today here And if you'd like to make ea...
May 30, 2023•31 min•Season 1Ep. 177
We all know that weight loss can be a big part of the overall health equation, but there are some insidious myths out there that'll leave you struggling more than you should. We take aim at three of them today! ------------------------------- If you'd like to get all the tips, tricks, and secrets of the Mastering Diabetes Method, you can get the Mastering Diabetes book here If you'd like to learn how you can start the guaranteed method to reverse diabetes, you can get started with your discovery...
May 23, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 175
Cyrus and Robby are back, this time answering your questions about cravings, coaching, and breaking through the weight loss plateau. Reach out to us on social media if you want your questions to be answered for our next round of questions! ------------------------------- If you'd like to get all the tips, tricks, and secrets of the Mastering Diabetes Method, you can get the Mastering Diabetes book here If you'd like to learn how you can start the guaranteed method to reverse diabetes, you can ge...
May 16, 2023•47 min•Season 1Ep. 175
Nutritional biochemistry is very, very complicated, but your solution to living with diabetes doesn't have to be. Movement, intermittent fasting, and a low-fat, plant-based, whole-food diet are the three keys. But there are always a lot of questions about HOW and WHY that we get about the specifics, so we're going to spend the next little while answering them for you! ------------------------------- If you'd like to get all the tips, tricks, and secrets of the Mastering Diabetes Method, you can ...
May 09, 2023•33 min•Season 1Ep. 174
Intermittent fasting is one of the most powerful strategies for improving your overall metabolic health. But there's a lot of information about intermittent fasting, and not all of it is scientifically accurate or even helpful. So in this podcast we're going to take a few moments to go over what intermittent fasting is (in case you're new to this topic), what it can do for you, and what to be aware of while you're fasting. ------------------------------- If you'd like to get all the tips, tricks...
May 02, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 173
No matter what form of diabetes you have, there is a simple, easy set of lifestyle changes that can transform your life. And no, that's NOT hyperbole. This is real. What I'm about to share with you is a story that you can implement in your life starting today, one that is based on a set of scientific principles that have been around for more than 100 YEARS! ------------------------------- If you'd like to get all the tips, tricks, and secrets of the Mastering Diabetes Method, you can get the Mas...
Apr 25, 2023•55 min•Season 1Ep. 172
The internet is blowing up about Ozempic, a weight-loss-inducing diabetes drug that has been co-opted by influencers and people seeking fast weight-loss results with no lifestyle changes. That's why in today's podcast, we're discussing why using Ozempic for weight loss isn't the silver bullet it's claimed to be. ------------------------------- If you'd like to get all the tips, tricks, and secrets of the Mastering Diabetes Method, you can get the Mastering Diabetes book here If you'd like to lea...
Apr 19, 2023•33 min•Season 1Ep. 171
We had the amazing opportunity to be on the Shaun T podcast and this is that episode. Current medical wisdom advises that anyone suffering from diabetes or prediabetes should eat a low-carb, high-fat diet. On today's show, Shaun T interviews Cyrus Khambatta, PhD, and Robby Barbaro, MPH, to discuss their own individual journeys in living with Type 1 Diabetes, and how they came to their own science-backed research to reveal that this advice is misguided. While it may improve short-term blood gluco...
Mar 23, 2023•56 min•Ep. 170
The conversation around protein is rife with meat, advocates, gym aficionados, and very few level-headed opinions. In this podcast, we take a step back, review the research, and assess how people with diabetes – and everyone else – can find the right protein from the right sources. If you'd like to get all the tips, tricks, and secrets of the Mastering Diabetes Method, you can get the Mastering Diabetes book here If you'd like to learn how you can start the guaranteed method to reverse diabetes,...
Mar 16, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 169
Are eggs healthy for people living with diabetes or are they problematic? We are here to share the research. If you'd like to get all the tips, tricks, and secrets of the Mastering Diabetes Method, you can get the Mastering Diabetes book here If you'd like to learn how you can start the guaranteed method to reverse diabetes, you can get started with your discovery call today by clicking here And if you'd like to make eating delicious, healthy food more effortless than ever before, you can join t...
Mar 07, 2023•42 min•Ep. 168
Dr. Robynne Chutkan – integrative gastroenterologist, microbiome expert, and author – wants to help you find your gut-bliss! Her commonsense approach to digestive health has been cultivated over almost 30 years of medical practice. True health begins in the gut – and lots of diseases start there too. Her goal is to help pinpoint the root cause of GI problems and provide the tools to heal the gut from the inside out – avoiding prescription medications with harmful side effects whenever possible. ...
Feb 07, 2023•54 min•Ep. 167
The Happy Pear started out back in 2004 with Steve, Dave, a tiny shop, and a dream of helping people to eat more plant-based.Fast forward 18 years, The Happy Pear now consists of a cafe and shop in Greystones, Wicklow, 70 food products in 1000 stores, 7 online courses that more than 100k people have been through from over 120 countries, 6 international bestselling cookbooks, a 4-acre regenerative organic farm, a coffee roastery, and a following of over 1.5 million people on social media includin...
Jan 30, 2023•59 min•Ep. 166
DR. ERIC ZIELINSKI is the author of the national bestseller The Healing Power of Essential Oils and The Essential Oils Apothecary Dr. Z has pioneered natural living and biblical health education since 2003. This episode is all about The Essential Oils Apothecary: Using Essential Oils to Master Diabetes & Chronic Disease. Link to his website Link to fremium -------------------- Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss future episodes! Please leave us a review to ensure that the Mastering Diab...
Dec 15, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 165
The Blue Zones Kitchen fuses scientific reporting, National Geographic photography, and 100 recipes that may help you live to 100. The Blue Zones' food tradition is going the way of the dodo bird, thanks to the encroachment of the American Food Culture. This book captures the way of eating that yielded the statistically longest-lived people and explains, in some detail, why that food has enabled populations to elude the chronic disease scourge that has befallen Americans. New York Times best-sel...
Dec 06, 2022•43 min•Ep. 164
Sean Hashmi, MD, MS, FASN, is a practicing Nephrologist and Obesity Medicine specialist in southern California. He is a sought-after speaker on topics ranging from health, nutrition, fitness, and wellness. Currently, Dr. Hashmi serves as the Regional Director for Clinical Nutrition and Weight Management at a large healthcare organization in Southern California. Driven by his lifelong commitment to be of service to others, Dr. Hashmi provides evidence-based health, nutrition, and wellness researc...
Nov 02, 2022•47 min•Ep. 163
Karalynne Call of Just Ingredients is a Certified Nutritionist, Wellness Coach, and Mental Health Advocate. She shares tips and tricks, how-to's and why's behind choosing better, whole, non-toxic ingredients for families. We sat down with her on her podcast and discussed how carbohydrates could be beneficial for people with diabetes. We talk about how each of the macronutrients functions in the body, especially in people with diabetes, and what foods are best for managing blood glucose levels. T...
Oct 18, 2022•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 162
There are a number of different reasons why intermittent fasting is a part of the Mastering Diabetes Method. First, it's a great way to reverse insulin resistance. Intermittent fasting has also been shown to have significant benefits when it comes to blood sugar management. People who fast intermittently throughout the day often experience better control over their glucose levels -- even on days when they're eating! And finally, there are several other benefits to intermittent fasting, like redu...
Sep 13, 2022•45 min•Ep. 161
In today's interview, we will discuss the 6 pillars of Lifestyle Medicine and the impact of Lifestyle Medicine strategies in preventing, treating, and reversing disease. The majority of ailments that affect humans today result from daily habits that are out of sync with our physiological design. The pillars of lifestyle medicine are simply elements of being human that we are evolutionarily adapted to. Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss future episodes! Please leave us a review to ensure th...
Aug 23, 2022•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 160
The Highly Toxic "Foods" Even the Healthiest Eaters are Still Consuming ... cosmetics / personal care products are the most prevalent little-known worst-offenders of toxins today. They're the most unregulated industry in the U.S., and have been since the FDA told them to self-regulate in 1938. In the European Union, 1300 chemicals are banned from cosmetics but not in the U.S. When you apply these products to your body, you are essentially eating many of the chemicals. Unlike foods you put in you...
Jul 21, 2022•53 min•Ep. 159
Welcome to another episode of the Mastering Diabetes Audio Experience. We are very excited about this episode. We will be speaking with Robynne K. Chutkan, MD, FASGE. We will be answering the following questions: What is an "anti-viral gut" and how do we create one? What's the connection between your gut and your immune system? Can improving your gut health really prevent viral infections? What are the 3 most important things I should be doing to create an anti-viral gut? What are the 3 most imp...
Jun 28, 2022•55 min•Ep. 158
Welcome to another episode of the Mastering Diabetes Audio Experience. In today's show, you will meet two of our newest additions to the Mastering Diabetes coaching team, Amy and Natalie. What We'll Cover Today 1. What is heart health? 2. What are the biggest risk factors for heart health? 3. How foods affect your heart 4. Three food groups to support heart health 5. Simple ways to add these food groups into your life -------------------- Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss future episodes!...
Jun 16, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 157
In today's episode, we will be talking about the fiber paradox and overcoming food intolerances with Dr. Will Bulsiewicz. He will be answering questions like, What is the Fiber Paradox? Why do people struggle with dysbiosis, constipation, collagen deficiency, SIBO, and excessive histamine production? If we struggle with fiber, why not just eliminate it? Why do we care about fiber? What are SCFAs and what role do they play in optimizing human health? We also discuss his new cookbook, The Fiber Fu...
May 19, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 156
Welcome to another episode of the Mastering Diabetes Audio Experience. In today's show, you will meet one of our newest additions to the Mastering Diabetes coaching team, Linda Rukavina. Linda is living with insulin-dependent Monogenic Diabetes, also known as MODY. She is a National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach and holds a Lifestyle Medicine Coach (LMC) certificate from the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. She also has an MBA in Finance. If you decide you want to be coached...
May 12, 2022•45 min•Ep. 155
Cancer feels like a boogeyman that's become INEVITABLE, and most people have no idea that a plant-based diet can be an incredible treatment for a cancer diagnosis AND can prevent the onset of a cancer diagnosis. In this episode, we will talk about the 6 core causes of cancer Inflammation Elevated blood sugar Environmental toxins Stress Unhealthy diet Lifestyle behavior Connect with Nathan Crane here and learn about his Masterclass here --------------- Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss fut...
Apr 26, 2022•55 min•Ep. 154
Today we are joined by Dr. Anthony Lim, medical director of the McDougall Program and staff physician at TrueNorth Health Center in Santa Rosa, California. He shares his extensive knowledge and practical advice on how to create a healthier relationship with food and achieve the health you've always dreamed of. Here are the top takeaways that Dr. Lim will be teaching you in this podcast: Explain the concept of calorie density and why it's essential to long-term success Offer concrete strategies f...
Apr 21, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 153
What we will cover today: 1. What your Alc actually represents (biologically) 2. How your diet affects your Alc level 3. How your exercise regimen affects your Alc level 4. How low-carbohydrate diets reduce your Alc (but increase your level of insulin resistance) 5. Why your Alc is an incomplete indicator of your diabetes health 6. How to reduce your Alc and gain insulin sensitivity ------------ Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss future episodes! Please leave us a review to ensure that the...
Mar 31, 2022•42 min•Ep. 152
Dr. Haley is considered an expert in phytonutrition and superfoods and a leading authority on aloe vera. He teaches whole food nutrition, food preparation, and superfood supplementation. Dr. Haley currently owns and operates Haley Nutrition. His products are shipped all over the world. He also continues to see patients at his private practice Agape Chiropractic in Pompano Beach, FL. His mission statement is to lead people in the direction they should go to achieve their optimal physical, mental,...
Mar 23, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 151
