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The Dr. Hyman Show
INTERVIEW: The Evolution of Diabetes Treatment with Gary Taubes
Jun 5, 2024
Award-winning science journalist, Gary Taubes, joins to discuss the evolution of diabetes treatment, the impact of drugs like Ozempic, and the need for reassessment in diabetes management. Topics include the role of dietary choices, calorie intake, exercise, limitations of current drugs, clinical trials, and the choice between drug therapy and dietary changes in managing diabetes. Discover how biases hinder progress in treating this chronic illness.
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- The evolution of diabetes treatment from high-fat, low-carb diets to modern drug therapies highlights the need for continuous reassessment.
- The crucial role of insulin in fat storage and metabolism, demonstrated by weight gain and metabolic impacts post-insulin administration.
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Historical Context of Diabetes Treatment
The treatment of diabetes from the 19th century to the discovery of insulin in 1921 is explored. Embracing high-fat, low-carb diets before insulin to managing blood sugar with insulin post-insulin discovery provides crucial insights into the evolution of diabetes treatment.
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