Defiant Health Radio with Dr. William Davis The Guardrails of Diet
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Jun 24, 2025 Discover the critical metabolic markers that truly define a healthy diet. Learn why focusing solely on blood glucose or LDL cholesterol can mislead you into unhealthy habits. Explore the significance of triglycerides and small LDL particles and how they connect to cardiovascular risk. Uncover misconceptions about cholesterol's role in heart disease, emphasizing a holistic approach to dietary health. This insightful discussion will guide you to make informed choices for your well-being.
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Multiple Markers Define Health
- Relying on single markers like blood glucose or LDL cholesterol misleads your health path.
- Multiple metabolic markers are necessary to truly assess diet health.
Ideal Glucose and Insulin Levels
- Aim for fasting blood glucose between 60 to 90 mg/dL for optimal health.
- Always get fasting insulin along with glucose to assess insulin sensitivity.
Control Post-Meal Glucose Spikes
- Keep postprandial glucose 30-60 minutes after meals under 100 mg/dL to prevent protein glycation.
- Avoid blood glucose spikes that damage eyes, joints, and skin over time.
