Science & Soul with Dr Kristen Holmes Insulin & Glucose Doctor: The True Cause of Insulin Resistance & 4 Habits to Reverse It!
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Aug 20, 2025 
Join Dr. Ben Bikman, a metabolic scientist and author of 'Why We Get Sick', as he unpacks the hidden dangers of insulin resistance linked to chronic diseases like migraines and cognitive decline. Explore how insulin and glucose interact, and learn why the ketogenic diet may be vital for reversing these issues. Bikman discusses practical habits to boost insulin sensitivity, the benefits of time-restricted eating, and how small lifestyle changes can lead to significant health improvements. Your metabolic health might just depend on it!
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Cereal Binges Raised My 24-Hour Glucose
- Ben Bikman describes CGM experiments where evening cereal kept his glucose above 100 mg/dL for ~20 hours.
- He linked late carb binges to chronically poor sleep and metabolic disruption.
Insulin Trumps Glucose For Early Detection
- Insulin and glucose are distinct: insulin should be the primary metabolic marker while glucose is its symptom.
- Insulin drives insulin resistance and affects many systems before glucose shows abnormality.
Cardiovascular Signals Appear Early
- Insulin affects blood pressure, sympathetic tone, and vascular dilation before glucose becomes abnormal.
- Cardiovascular signs like hypertension and low HRV can be earlier indicators of insulin resistance.
