Stuff Your Doctor Should Know #264 Carbs Uncanceled w/Constantine Kanargelidis
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May 22, 2024 Constantine Kanargelidis, a self-taught health and wellness expert, returns to discuss the stigma around carbohydrates and their role in metabolic health. He uncovers the truth behind insulin resistance and shares how individuals can safely transition from low carb to carb-rich diets. The conversation delves into the importance of nutrients like thiamine and niacinamide for glucose metabolism, and the impact of low blood sugar on behavior. Constantine also emphasizes the balance of nutrients for liver health and addresses connections between diet and neurodegenerative diseases.
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Glucose Utilization Basics
- Improve glucose utilization by increasing thiamine and magnesium intake.
- These nutrients are crucial for the pyruvate dehydrogenase enzyme's function.
Benfotiamine's Limitations
- Benfotiamine increases thiamine levels, generally improving glucose utilization.
- However, it might not be as effective for brain glucose utilization.
Fatty Liver Treatment
- Ensure enough choline, glycine, and taurine to treat fatty liver.
- These aid the liver in exporting fat, preventing accumulation.
