#300 - Have your carbs and eat em too with Isaac Pohlman
I’m excited to share that we have our friend Isaac Pohlman back on the podcast! Isaac is a registered dietitian and type 1 diabetic who loves carbs and sugar. 🍞🍭
In this episode, we dive into:
👉 The real reason your metabolism slows down in your 40s
👉 Why cutting carbs and calories isn’t the answer
👉 The importance of balancing blood sugar levels
👉 How stress and lack of sunlight can affect your blood sugar and overall health
👉 The benefits of having more muscle for better carb utilization
Isaac also talks about his upcoming book, "Have Your Carbs and Eat Them Too," which I can’t wait to share with you all! 📚
Whether you're curious about continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) or just want to understand how to manage your blood sugar better, this episode offers valuable insights.
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TIME STAMPS
[00:20] - Discussion about low-carb diets and their effects
[00:47] - Isaac's upcoming book: "Have Your Carbs and Eat Them Too"
[01:29] - Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) explained
[02:18] - Benefits of CGMs for people with diabetes
[02:56] - Marketing of CGMs towards weight loss
[04:05] - Understanding blood sugar fluctuations
[05:02] - Context of blood sugar and other body measurements
[06:01] - Normal blood sugar responses and liver function
[06:33] - How the liver manages excess carbohydrates
[07:59] - Importance of carbohydrates in reducing body stress
[08:20] - Stable blood sugar for energy and mood
[09:06] - Role of thyroid hormones in metabolism
[10:02] - Importance of carbohydrates for thyroid hormone activation
[10:25] - Effects of insufficient carbohydrate intake on body stress and inflammation
[11:01] - Misunderstandings about high blood sugar and carbohydrates
[11:16] - Balancing carbohydrates and blood sugar
[11:52] - Factors affecting the body's ability to process carbs: stress, cortisol, polyunsaturated fats
[12:27] - Common misconceptions about sugar and diabetes
[12:48] - Impact of stress on blood sugar levels
[14:09] - Importance of light and movement for blood sugar management
[15:02] - Muscle as a "sink" for glucose
[16:00] - How muscle improves carbohydrate utilization
[17:52] - Importance of sunlight and vitamin D for insulin sensitivity
[19:00] - Case study: impact of sunlight on a client's blood sugar
[20:05] - Misconceptions about sun exposure and health
[21:01] - The role of polyunsaturated fats in sunburn and skin health
[23:06] - Importance of managing emotional stress for overall health
[24:02] - Balancing work, family, and personal health
[25:26] - Nutritional depletion from multiple pregnancies and stress
[26:12] - "Revenge bedtime" and its impact on blood sugar
[26:56] - Importance of regular meals and front-loading calories
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