Adventuring with Osteoarthritis Insulin Resistance: A Major Contributor to Osteoarthritis Pain with Dr. Morgan Nolte
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Nov 15, 2021 
In this engaging discussion, Dr. Morgan Nolte, a physical therapist and weight loss coach at Zivli, dives deep into the world of insulin resistance and its surprising connection to osteoarthritis. She explains how insulin resistance develops and its wide-ranging health implications, even for those without diabetes. Listeners learn about lifestyle changes that can help manage weight and improve joint health. Dr. Nolte also shares practical tips on nutrition, stress management, and the importance of a holistic approach to feeling better.
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Morgan's Weight Loss Journey
- Morgan Nolte shares her personal struggle with weight loss after having her son.
- She discovered she was wrongly consuming hidden sugars and under-eating protein and healthy fats.
Insulin Controls Multiple Conditions
- All chronic conditions like osteoarthritis, diabetes, and heart disease relate to how well you control insulin.
- Lowering insulin improves glucose, triglycerides, fat, weight, and inflammation, easing pain and other symptoms.
Hormonal Control of Weight
- Body weight is hormonally controlled, largely by insulin, leptin, and ghrelin.
- Crash diets slow metabolism via hormones leading to long-term weight regain and frustration.
