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Love Your Gut with The Gut Health Dr. Megan Rossi – E113 Mar 27, 2021

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We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Megan Rossi to the show today!

Dr. Megan Rossi is a Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist with an award-winning PhD in gut health and is considered one of the most influential gut health specialists internationally. As a leading Research Fellow at King's College London, Megan investigates nutrition-based therapies in gut health, including prebiotics, probiotics, dietary fibers, plant-based diversity, the low-FODMAP diet, and food additives. She also founded The Gut Health Clinic, where she leads a team of gut-specialist dietitians to make an evidence-based approach more accessible.

She is also the author of the book, "Love Your Gut" which promises to supercharge your digestive health and transform your wellbeing from the inside out.

In today's episode we will cover:

Gastroparesis
Probiotics
Debunking myths about bone broth
Bloating
Constipation
Tests to measure gut health

Be sure to take notes, this episode is full of life-changing knowledge!

Resources:

Get your copy of "Love Your Gut" by clicking here

Connect with Dr. Megan Rossi on Instagram: @theguthealthdoctor

Visit The Gut Health Doctor website by clicking here

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How to Prevent Dementia And Alzheimer's Disease Using Your Food As Medicine With Team Sherzai – E112 Mar 25, 2021

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In our newest podcast episode, we sat down with Dean and Ayesha Sherzai.

Through research and their extensive medical backgrounds, they work to demystify the steps to achieving long-term brain health and the prevention of devastating diseases such as Alzheimer's and dementia.

The Sherzais are with us today because they are the world experts on how insulin resistance affects your brain.

We're excited to talk about their upcoming new book, The 30-Day Alzheimer's Solution.

In today's podcast interview we will cover:

Fun facts about the brain
Mind-blowing statistics (pun intended) about how many neurons your brain has, what type of computing power it possesses, and how that compares to the fastest computers we have
Their new book which is all about PREVENTING cognitive decline
The term "cognitive decline" and the difference between dementia, Alzheimer's disease, and vascular dementia
How many people are impacted by these conditions
Can Alzheimer's disease be reversed?

Resources:

Be sure to get your own copy of The 30-Day Alzheimer's Solution by clicking here

Connect with Team Sherzai on Instagram: @sherzaimd

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The Hidden Heart Disease Risk Factor Few are Talking About with Joel Kahn – E111 Mar 09, 2021

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We are excited to be joined by Dr. Joel Kahn.

Dr. Kahn is a cardiologist and a Clinical Professor of Medicine at Wayne State University School of Medicine and a Summa Cum Laude graduate from the University of Michigan Medical School.

He's known as "America's Holistic Heart Doc," and has authored many peer-reviewed articles and book chapters. He writes articles for MindBodyGreen, Thrive Global, and Reader's Digest and has five books in publication including The Whole Heart Solution, Dead Execs Don't Get Bonuses as well as The Plant-Based Solution.

He has regular appearances on Dr. Phil, The Doctors, and Fox 2 News. He also recently debated with Chris Kresser about the evidence in support of plant-based diets on the Joe Rogan Experience and has been featured with Larry King Live in a recent special about heart health.

He also owns 2 health restaurants in Detroit and a food truck in Austin, Texas. How he accomplishes all of this is a complete mystery to us, but suffice it to say that Dr. Kahn is a MACHINE, he's our favorite stand-up comedian, and we're honored to call him a friend.

In this episode of the Mastering Diabetes Audio Experience, we'll cover:

An article he recently wrote in which he referred to low-carbohydrate diets as "high-coffin" diets, because there is ample scientific evidence that low-carbohydrate diets actually increase your risk for premature death.
Why, despite this, many health professionals teach people to INCREASE their intake of meat, cheese, fish, eggs, and vegetable oil, claiming that it's the best way to "reverse" type 2 diabetes specifically because they are low in carbohydrate energy.
What benefits would someone gain from becoming a plant-based low-carbohydrate eater?
What are the exact benefits of short-term ketosis referenced by Dr. Valter Longo and how do those benefits change over time?
What happens to blood lipids and specifically LDL cholesterol following a plant-based low-carbohydrate or ketogenic diet?
What happens to diabetes risk and blood glucose control following a plant-based low-carbohydrate or ketogenic diet?
If there was ONE THING you could say to teach people the truth about nutrition to clear up the confusion that the Internet promotes, what would it be?

You can find Dr. Joel Khan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjkahn/

And on his website: https://www.drjoelkahn.com/

If you enjoyed this episode please join us and Dr. Joel Khan in spreading the word about the benefits of plant-based nutrition by sharing this episode on social media and tagging us - @masteringdiabetes

Down 60+ lbs, Off 3 BP Meds, A1c Down in 3 Months...Meet Michael – E110 Feb 25, 2021

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Micheal was diagnosed with pre-diabetes one day and type 2 diabetes the next. ⁣ He heard the @richroll podcast that we were guests on and it gave him an immediate dose of hope that he desperately needed. He had lost his father to type 2 diabetes so Michael decided he owed it to his father to do everything he could to conquer his health. He completely transformed his health in just 3 months. Michael was able to get rid of all of his medications and his sleep apnea machine, so no more snoring according to Michaels's wife! His energy is through the roof! He went from living in a fog to mental focus and clarity. His wife has PCOS and has been able to lose weight and gain more energy by following the same diet 🍓🥦🍍🍅🥝🌽.⁣ ⁣

Listen to his story and prepare to be amazed!⁣

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Diabetes Superfoods with Darin Olien from Down to Earth – E109 Feb 10, 2021

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In this episode with Darin Olien, we'll talk about specific superfoods known as "adaptogens," and the effect that they have on your metabolic, emotional, and spiritual health. Darin is a co-host on the widely popular Netflix docu-series "Down to Earth with Zac Efron" and host of the #1 Health & Wellness podcast "The Darin Olien Show."

Darin is also a highly recognized exotic superfoods hunter, supplement formulator, and author of the New York Times bestselling book, "SuperLife: The five fixes that will keep you healthy, fit, and eternally awesome."

In today's podcast, we'll dive into the specific effects of a few popular superfoods, including chaga mushrooms, reishi mushrooms, ashwagandha, and amla berries. This is a fun episode with a man who has traveled the earth to work with some of the most knowledgeable natural healers in the world.

If you want to connect with Darin, you can find him all over the internet here:

IG: @_darinolien

FB: @DarinOlienOfficial

700 g Carbs Per Day, 90% Time-In-Range, 4.5% A1c...Meet Matt – E108 Feb 02, 2021

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Meet Matt: T1D, 700 g carbs per day, 45 u insulin per day, 4.5% A1c. 💉 Matt was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes in 2000.⁣ ⁣ Later in life, he found himself nearing 300 pounds, lacking energy, and unable to control his blood glucose. 🌱 A coworker of Matt's who is plant-based began talking to him about diabetes control and the ability of a plant-based diet to help. After watching videos online from Nutritionfacts.org he and his wife decided to try eating plant-based for 30 days. After a week, and consuming as many documentaries and podcasts as they could, they decided they could never go back. They both felt great and Matt noticed the amazing blood glucose control. "I transitioned from a low-carb diet to a high-carb diet and found my insulin per carb ratio was dramatically lower. I was eating 125g of carbs per day beforehand and using about 35 units of insulin, and now I eat upwards of 500-700g carbs and use around 45-50 units per day."

Before and after going plant-based: Fasting Blood Glucose (mg/dL): 110 - 88⁣ A1c (%): 7.2 - 4.5 Weight (lbs.): 270 - 194 Cholesterol (mg): 170 - 149 Fat p/day (g): 50 - 30 Carbohydrates p/day (g): 125 - 500-700 Total Units Insulin (ml): 35-40 - 45-50 ⁣ 90% Time in range "My transition was first started due to interest for health reasons but quickly transitioned to an ethical and health reason. I am also an amateur athlete and have completed several long-distance races including full-distance Iron Man, ultra marathon, 24-hour OCR, marathon- all while being plant-based and obviously diabetic. Never once have I worried about blood glucose control and I have never had issues with training or racing."

You can follow Matt's journey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ironmans_and_insulin/

And be sure to share this podcast episode on your Instagram stories and tag us @masteringdiabetes

Nutrition for Pregnancy and Gestational Diabetes with Whitney English, RD – E107 Jan 20, 2021

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Whitney English is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist known for her engaging and evidence-based communication style. Whitney's "Predominantly Plant-Based" nutrition philosophy is geared toward combating chronic disease and promoting longevity and is in stark contrast to the fad diets she encountered as a Hollywood news reporter. Her dedication to unbiased reporting makes her the perfect partner for spreading credible nutrition information to the masses.

In this episode of the Mastering Diabetes Audio Experience, we'll cover:

What are the benefits of a plant-based pregnancy?
Her response to critics that say a vegan or vegetarian diet isn't safe for pregnancy
What causes gestational diabetes?
What is the current recommendation for the dietary management of GDM (gestational diabetes mellitus)?
Why do some practitioners recommend a low-carb diet for the treatment of GDM?
What diet she would recommend if she were commander in chief of nutrition for pregnant women.
Is it hard to meet protein needs on a plant-based diet?
What do you eat on a daily basis in your 3rd trimester?
Iron needs are greatly increased during pregnancy and some suggest you need to eat meat to get it – what's the truth?
What supplements should you take during pregnancy on a plant-based diet?
Are there any other lifestyle changes that can help?

You can find Whitney on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whitneyerd/

You can also find her pregnancy guide here:

https://plantbasedjuniors.com/plant-based-juniors-pregnancy-guide/

If you enjoyed this episode please join us and Whitney in spreading the word about the benefits of plant-based nutrition by sharing this episode on social media and tagging us - @masteringdiabetes

Party in My Plants with Tali Pollock – E106 Dec 08, 2020

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We have a different kind of show today, it's not packed with science, instead, you will hear some practical tips on transiting to a plant-based diet and you will be inspired by Tali's infectious personality. She says, "I wanted to figure out how to make eating plants as fun as a party because when you do eat plants your life can become as great as a party but you need to have both components the health and the happiness."

In this episode of the Mastering Diabetes Audio Experience, we'll cover:

14:00 The number one thing holding people back from jumping into a plant-based lifestyle

16:56 How to gain more energy

18:15 How to inspire your partner to eat more plants with you

24:58 Perfectionism

27:05 Increasing your confidence in ordering out at a restaurant and other social situations

Grab a copy of Party in Your Plants, tons of fun, delicious recipes for transitioning to a plant-based diet. https://partyinmyplants.com/the-book/

If you enjoyed this episode please join us and Tali in spreading the word about the benefits of plant-based nutrition by sharing this episode on social media and tagging us - @masteringdiabetes

I Eat Almost No Carbs and My Blood Sugar Is Still High! – E105 Nov 25, 2020

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Charlotte is living with type 1 diabetes and decided the best way to manage it was by limited her carbohydrate intake to no more than 50 grams per day, yet still experienced high blood glucose values (over 300 mg/dL) after eating a banana or half a sweet potato

She often complained to herself: "I eat almost no carbs and my blood sugar is still high! How is this possible?"⁣ ⁣ After switching to a low-fat, plant-based, whole-food diet, Charlotte now eats whole-carbohydrate foods without experiencing dramatic blood glucose spikes, has reached her ideal body weight and has more energy than she knows what to do with!

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Surprising Mental Health Tips and Their Impact on Chronic Disease with Chris Wark – E104 Oct 28, 2020

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In today's episode, you are going to hear from Chris Wark who beat stage 3 colon cancer. He began sharing his story in 2010 with a mission to inspire people to take control of their health and reverse disease by radically changing their diet and lifestyle.

Chris has a brand new book titled, "Beat Cancer Daily". It's a timely book in which Chris shares nuggets of inspiration, encouragement, and actions for surviving life's difficult storms. If you haven't picked up his first book, "Chris Beat Cancer" we suggest grabbing both of them together.

Link to Chris' new book: https://www.amazon.com/Beat-Cancer-Daily-Inspiration-Encouragement/dp/1401961940

In today's interview, you're going to learn:

Tips for ways to hold onto hope in moments of helplessness
How to say no to create more space and thrive
How to find gratitude in the present and encouragement to simplify your life and remove unnecessary friction
Forgiveness and how the act of releasing bitterness and resentment can transform your life and your physical wellbeing as well

If you enjoyed this episode please join us and Chris Wark in spreading the word about the benefits of plant-based nutrition by sharing this episode on social media and tagging us - @masteringdiabetes

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Your journey to taking full control of diabetes (and beyond) starts during this special one-time-only event happening November 12-15

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