LIVE LONGER and Feel Better By Using These HEALTHY LIVING Tips From Ben Bikman | Health Theory

Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu

After speaking with Ben Bikman, a scientist that studies metabolic disorders caused by insulin resistance, I was shocked to find out that insulin resistance can still develop even in people with seemingly normal glucose levels. Ben’s explanation of the complicated nature of insulin in the body and his unique take on facts that can literally save your life with knowledge are exactly what we need more of. Whether you consider yourself to be healthy, prediabetic, or struggling with other health issues this episode may give you the insight you need today. Check out HLTH CODE and use BEN10 for 10% off your order! https://gethlth.com/ Order Dr. Benjamin Bikman’s new book, Why We Get Sick: https://www.amazon.com/Why-We-Get-Sick-Disease_and/dp/194883698X

SHOW NOTES:

Glucose | Ben on why leaving insulin levels unchecked to check glucose is problematic [1:07]

Hyperglycemia | Ben reveals the dangers of elevated sugar levels in the body [6:06]

Nerve & Vascular Damage | Ben explains how hyperglycemia destroys these systems [8:34]

Glucose Control | Ben on the simple solution to eat less sugar vs. prescription choices [11:58]

Diet Habits | Changing dietary habits to control glucose vs medication and power of diet [15:10]

Insulin Resistance | Ben explains 2 problems, cells not responding and elevated insulin [18:47]

Storing Fat | Ben maps out which cells are resistant to insulin & which will store more fat [23:50]

Elevated Insulin | Ben explains the effect of insulin and how too much affects your cells [31:40]

Hypertension | Ben reveals how insulin is nearly always tied to high blood pressure [32:23]

Exercise Cure | Ben on how exercise impacts insulin levels and muscle cells take over [36:37]

Diet | Ben underlines that diet beats exercise in terms of helping insulin resistance [41:38]

Diet Principle #1 | Control Carbs, Ben explains why carbs are not essential for humans [42:31]

Vegan Diet Problems | Ben explains how vegan diets are missing iron and omega 3s [44:26]

Diet Principle #2| Prioritize Proteins, Ben urges animal-sourced proteins are best [47:17]

Diet Principle #4 | Fasting, Ben simplifies it and only advises eating earlier is better [50:01]

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