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554: Avoid These Foods to Fix Insulin Resistance (You Can Still Eat Carbs) | Dr. Paul Saladino

Aug 22, 2023
Dr. Paul Saladino, leading authority on the science and application of the animal-based diet, discusses pivoting from Carnivore MD to Paul Saladino MD, long-term ketosis effects, root cause of insulin resistance, measuring linoleic acid in diet, benefits of raw unpasteurized dairy, diverse beef options, and personal reflections on marriage and family.
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  • Incorporating carbohydrates, specifically fruit and honey, improved Dr. Paul Saladino's overall health, resolving electrolyte issues and improving sleep patterns.
  • Consuming excess linoleic acid found in seed oils accumulates in cells, leading to broken fat cells and triggering insulin resistance.

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The Benefits of Incorporating Carbohydrates into the Diet

Dr. Paul Saladino shares his personal journey of transitioning from a strict carnivore diet to incorporating carbohydrates into his eating habits. He explains that the addition of carbohydrates, specifically fruit and honey, improved his overall health, including resolving electrolyte issues and improving sleep patterns. He also highlights the importance of insulin in signaling the absorption of essential minerals by the kidneys, which can be hindered in low-carb diets. Paul emphasizes that carbohydrates do not cause insulin resistance and that removing them is not the solution to resolving this condition.

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