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BLA 151: Are Glucose Spikes Really That Dangerous?
Manage episode 513520237 series 3424937
Are glucose spikes the enemy the wellness world claims? In this episode, I cut through the hype around continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) and the fear of every blood sugar rise. We'll explore what the science actually says about these spikes in healthy people, whether you need to worry, and practical, evidence-based tips for managing your metabolic health without the anxiety.
Stop stressing over every health detail & start living! My FREE 'Necessary Nine' PDF cuts through the noise, giving you the essential things you need for a healthy life.
➡️ Download Here: https://www.jrennickemd.com/necessaryninepdf
CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro
00:30 - The Rise of Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs)
02:10 - Two Camps: Are All Glucose Spikes Harmful?
03:02 - "Glucorexia": The Obsession with a Flat Glucose Curve
03:44 - Glucose & Insulin 101: The Basics
06:01 - What Exactly IS a Glucose Spike?
06:52 - Your Body's Sophisticated Two-Phase Insulin Response
08:50 - Why Your Glucose Response is Unique to You
10:06 - What Do The Numbers Mean? (140 vs 180 mg/dL)
13:08 - How Can High Glucose Actually Cause Damage?
15:08 - A Practical Toolkit to Manage Glucose Spikes
19:12 - My Take-Home Thoughts on CGMs for Healthy People
20:05 - Personal Risk: Zero-Spike vs. Spike-Smoothing Approach
22:58 - Mastering the Fundamentals is Still the Most Powerful Strategy
SELECTED REFERENCES:
https://www.mdpi.com/1424-8220/25/1/187
https://journals.plos.org/plosbiology/article%3Fid%3D10.1371/journal.pbio.2005143
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/334533184_Postprandial_glycemic_response_in_a_non-diabetic_adult_population_the_effect_of_nutrients_is_different_between_men_and_women
https://academic.oup.com/jcem/article/110/4/1128/7754867
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC1204764/
Disclaimer
This podcast is for entertainment, education, and informational purposes only.
The topics discussed should not solely be used to diagnose, treat , or prevent any condition.
The information presented here was created with an evidence based approach, but you please keep in mind that science is always changing and at the time of listening to this there may some new data that makes this information incomplete or inaccurate.
Always seek the advice of your personal physician or qualified health care provider for questions regarding any medical condition.
152 episodes
Manage episode 513520237 series 3424937
Are glucose spikes the enemy the wellness world claims? In this episode, I cut through the hype around continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) and the fear of every blood sugar rise. We'll explore what the science actually says about these spikes in healthy people, whether you need to worry, and practical, evidence-based tips for managing your metabolic health without the anxiety.
Stop stressing over every health detail & start living! My FREE 'Necessary Nine' PDF cuts through the noise, giving you the essential things you need for a healthy life.
➡️ Download Here: https://www.jrennickemd.com/necessaryninepdf
CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro
00:30 - The Rise of Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs)
02:10 - Two Camps: Are All Glucose Spikes Harmful?
03:02 - "Glucorexia": The Obsession with a Flat Glucose Curve
03:44 - Glucose & Insulin 101: The Basics
06:01 - What Exactly IS a Glucose Spike?
06:52 - Your Body's Sophisticated Two-Phase Insulin Response
08:50 - Why Your Glucose Response is Unique to You
10:06 - What Do The Numbers Mean? (140 vs 180 mg/dL)
13:08 - How Can High Glucose Actually Cause Damage?
15:08 - A Practical Toolkit to Manage Glucose Spikes
19:12 - My Take-Home Thoughts on CGMs for Healthy People
20:05 - Personal Risk: Zero-Spike vs. Spike-Smoothing Approach
22:58 - Mastering the Fundamentals is Still the Most Powerful Strategy
SELECTED REFERENCES:
https://www.mdpi.com/1424-8220/25/1/187
https://journals.plos.org/plosbiology/article%3Fid%3D10.1371/journal.pbio.2005143
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/334533184_Postprandial_glycemic_response_in_a_non-diabetic_adult_population_the_effect_of_nutrients_is_different_between_men_and_women
https://academic.oup.com/jcem/article/110/4/1128/7754867
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC1204764/
Disclaimer
This podcast is for entertainment, education, and informational purposes only.
The topics discussed should not solely be used to diagnose, treat , or prevent any condition.
The information presented here was created with an evidence based approach, but you please keep in mind that science is always changing and at the time of listening to this there may some new data that makes this information incomplete or inaccurate.
Always seek the advice of your personal physician or qualified health care provider for questions regarding any medical condition.
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