The Rich Roll Podcast

Physiologist Drew Harrisberg On Everything Blood Glucose, Understanding Diabetes & Plant-Based Nutrition Fundamentals

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Oct 9, 2023
In this insightful discussion, Drew Harrisberg, an exercise physiologist and type 1 diabetic, shares his personal journey of managing diabetes through diet and lifestyle. He delves into the rising diabetes epidemic and the critical role of nutrition in blood glucose control. Drew recounts his transformation from various diets, ultimately embracing a whole food, plant-based approach. The episode also highlights the complexities of carbohydrate intake, continuous glucose monitor use, and the emotional challenges of living with diabetes while advocating for healthier lifestyle choices.
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ANECDOTE

Diagnosis Story

  • Drew Harrisberg felt his health declining with symptoms like weight loss and exhaustion.
  • He was eventually diagnosed with type 1 diabetes after falling asleep at the wheel.
INSIGHT

Diabetes Types

  • Diabetes is an umbrella term for conditions with high blood glucose as a shared symptom.
  • Type 1 diabetes is autoimmune, destroying insulin-producing cells, while type 2 involves insulin resistance.
ANECDOTE

Exercise Impact

  • After diagnosis, Drew's blood glucose spiked after a meal, but returned to normal after a gym workout.
  • This showed him the power of exercise in managing blood glucose.
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