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#87 - Rick Johnson, M.D.: Fructose—The common link in high blood pressure, insulin resistance, T2D, & obesity?

The Peter Attia Drive

CHAPTER

Fructose: The Hidden Driver of Obesity

This chapter explores the metabolic pathways that convert glucose to fructose, highlighting the consequences of high glucose diets on obesity and insulin resistance. It emphasizes how fructose contributes to metabolic disorders and the potential benefits of low-carb diets in mitigating these health issues. Additionally, the discussion covers the implications of sugar and artificial sweeteners on appetite and weight gain, as well as the controversial subject of umami in relation to dietary choices.

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