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#904 - Gary Taubes

The Joe Rogan Experience

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Exploring the Link Between Sugar, Insulin, and Growth

This chapter delves into the correlation between sugar consumption, insulin levels, and growth patterns, discussing how increased insulin impacts insulin-like growth factor and influences populations' heights. The conversation also compares traditional views on protein and calorie intake for growth with the potential role of sugar in body growth. Additionally, the debate on obesity causes shifts towards hormonal and metabolic factors over calorie-focused approaches, highlighting the complexity of health and weight management.

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