Mastering Diabetes Audio Experience

We have an action-packed episode for you today. Make sure to grab a pen and paper or type notes on your phone because this one is full of some mind-boggling information you’ll want to remember to share with your friends and loved ones. Drs. Dean and Ayesha Sherzai are two of the most brilliant humans we’ve ever met.  We feel very fortunate to call them friends and soak up their brilliance. We’re honored to be able to share their work with you in today’s episode. Before we get into that, we want to tell you about our upcoming virtual retreat. If you listened to our last episode with Dr. Loomis then you know all about this incredible event. If this is your first time hearing about it, check out our website about this life-changing event which will occur from July 23rd to 26th. masteringdiabets.org/retreats We really, really hope you make the investment in yourself and join us July 23-26th. Making changes in your home environment is going to be a game-changer. Simply go to masteringdiabets.org/retreats to learn more. In today’s episode, you will learn: 11:42 Fun facts about how many neurons exist in the human brain and the true power of your brain 16:10 What is type 3 diabetes 21:38 Why do so many experts recommend a ketogenic diet as the optimal diet to prevent and reverse cognitive decline 28:52 Does fish improve your memory? 34:08 Does a low-fat, plant-based, whole-food diet provide adequate EPH and DHA? 35:45 How does exercise affect your brain health? 42:42 How about sleep? 47:57 How about stress? 59:55 The show will concede with some specific dietary recommendations for optimal brain health  We hope you love this show and learn a lot. Give us your feedback on social media. Enjoy the show!

We have a gem for you today! We sat down with Dr. Jim Loomis who is one of the most knowledgeable doctors we’ve ever met and he was actually our medical director at our last in-person retreat in Costa Rica. We had him booked and ready to go for our next retreat in Costa Rica, but that has been postponed. So we have created a virtual retreat! Canceling was disappointing, but we’ve take this opportunity to create a better and more affordable immersive experience! We have three different pricing options and a ton of bonuses. The whole thing is super exciting. Making changes in your home environment is going to be a game changer. Simply go to masteringdiabets.org/retreats to learn more. Now before we get into the interview, we want to let you know what you'll learn. - Why are people so confused about fructose? - Is fructose dangerous? - Does it contribute to type 2 diabetes? - Does it contribute to other diseases? - What is the difference between refined and non refined fructose? We hope you all learn a lot and enjoy this episode. If you think others should learn this information, make sure to share a screenshot on your Instagram story and tag us (@masteringdiabetes)! Make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss future episodes! Please leave us a review on iTunes, Google Play, or Stitcher to ensure that the Mastering Diabetes message reaches as many people living with diabetes as possible. Thanks for listening. Click here to subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/mindfuldiabeticrobby

Hey everyone, we are really excited to bring you one of our most fascinating interviews to date. We just wrapped up an interview with Dr. B and he blew our minds once again! His new book Fiber Fueled is out right now and we talked about it in today’s interview.  If you are interested in losing weight, maximizing your insulin sensitivity, boosting your immunity, eliminating brain fog, gaining energy and so much more, this book is for you!  Here are just a few things you will learn in this interview:  How Dr. B used his diet to overcome a lack of self-confidence and self-worth You’ll that fiber has been oversimplified and there are more than just two types of fiber  You’ll learn about gut-brain signaling and how your gut actually communicates with your brain We discussed the wide range of benefits from SCFA’s and how they impact respiratory infections  Then we talked about a mind-blowing concept know as “leaky brain” …. We’re really excited for you all to hear this one You’ll also learn about a key life hack that will allow you to get Starbucks coffee for free!   And a lot more. This one is jam-packed with info. If you’re listening on our podcast, also don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review on the Apple Podcast app! Link to Dr B's book on his website: https://theplantfedgut.com/book/ Link to Dr B's book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Fiber-Fueled-Plant-Based-Optimizing-Microbiome-ebook/dp/B07ZY7J2XW

Today we are excited to be joined by Dr. Vivian Chen. Dr. Chen has 14 years of experience as a doctor in the UK. She trained in internal medicine and dermatology in London before moving into Family Practice. Today’s show is a bit different than many of our others because our conversation with Dr. Vivian Chen focuses on food, but also on specific environmental contaminants that can increase your risk for insulin resistance as well as other metabolic diseases. It’s true that excess saturated fat is one of the most potent and reliable triggers of insulin resistance, as many published studies have shown But beyond the saturated fat equation, there are many other aspects of daily life that can increase your risk for IR, including: Weight gain A sedentary lifestyle Overconsumption of calories Living in a high stress environment A suppressed immune system, and  Excess alcohol intake (to name a few) In today’s show, we’ll talk with Dr. Vivian Chen about the role that chemicals in your environment play in “disrupting” your endocrine health We’ll talk about animal foods, tupperware, plastic bags, receipts, packaged food products, plastic water bottles, flame retardants, fish, and much much more You can learn more about Dr. Vivian Chen by visiting her website at www.platefulhealth.com or stalking her on Instagram at plateful.health

There is a lot of confusion right now. You’ll hear many experts warning you against charlatans and trying to take advantage of people selling products that are not effective. We agree you should be careful and gather information from trusted sources. Let’s take some time to separate fact from fiction. After interviews 9 incredibly well-informed experts, we want to share a few tidbits. This coming Saturday through Monday, April 11-13 we’ll be hosting a special, FREE online mini-summit about COVID-19 and Diabetes. Register by clicking this link: https://www.masteringdiabetes.org/thrive/ Questions that will be answered in this episode: What is the coronavirus? What is innate immunity? What is adaptive immunity? Are patients with hypertension and diabetes mellitus at increased risk for COVID-19 infection? Why? Is it true that the people at the highest risk are only the elderly and are people with type 1 diabetes, prediabetes, and type 2 diabetes all at high risk for complications? Does living with any autoimmune disease increase your risk? Why are people with high blood pressure and heart disease also considered high risk? How can I protect my family and loved ones with pre-existing health conditions? What is the science of immunity and what foods (if any) can boost innate immunity? How can I not only survive but thrive in my personal health starting today? We are going to touch on some of these questions in today’s episode but you won’t want to miss the opportunity to hear renowned experts, doctors on the front line and New York Times bestselling authors go into detail during our FREE 3-day mini-summit. Join us with this link: https://www.masteringdiabetes.org/thrive/ We will also be providing you information about the most powerful immune boosting, health promoting foods that are twice as powerful as other plant foods! Download the Ultimate Packaged Foods Master List (with 174 Foods Inside)⁣⁣. If you’re like most people, you’re incredibly busy and probably don't have time to prepare all your meals from scratch. Many of these options can be purchased online during this time of quarantine. https://www.masteringdiabetes.org/plant-based-on-a-budget/

Mark your calendar for April 11-13. We’ll be hosting a special online mini-summit about COVID-19 and diabetes. Register with the link below! https://www.masteringdiabetes.org/thrive/ In today’s show, we had the opportunity to interview Adam and Shoshana of the Plant Trainers Podcast, a husband-and-wife combo and incredibly inspirational individuals who are helping to spread the word about the power of plant-based nutrition. You’ll learn Adam’s powerful story about getting diagnosed with a kidney tumor before he began eating a plant-based diet, even though he was an avid athlete and had a great physique on the outside. You’ll learn how Adam’s eye doctor first discovered a cardiovascular condition by looking at the condition of blood vessels behind his eyes. You’ll also learn about how it took time for Shoshana to transition to a plant-based diet even though Adam was experiencing tremendous results in the first year of becoming plant-based. But then when she did, her entire life changed in front of her eyes – and as a result, she took it upon herself to help transition their two kids to a plant-based diet (which they are admittedly infatuated with). In today’s show, you’ll learn how to support your partner in transitioning to a plant-based diet. You’ll also learn simple strategies that Adam and Shoshana have used to teach their kids to eat more plants. Today’s podcast is super fun, with two fantastic plant-based advocates. We hope you enjoy it as much as we did. Link to download freemium: https://planttrainers.lpages.co/digestion-lead-page/ Website address: https://www.planttrainers.com/ To get on the waiting list for the Mastering Diabetes Coaching Program, please visit:  https://www.masteringdiabetes.org/plans/ Make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss future episodes! Please leave us a review on iTunes, Google Play, or Stitcher to ensure that the Mastering Diabetes message reaches as many people living with diabetes as possible. Thanks for listening. Click here to subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/mindfuldiabeticrobby

Are you looking for a diabetes doctor to help you improve your blood glucose control, reverse insulin resistance and other chronic diseases? In this episode of the Mastering Diabetes Audio Experience, you’ll learn how to find a plant-based telehealth doctor from the comfort of your own home!  Laurie Marbas, MD, MBA is double board-certified family medicine and lifestyle medicine physician who has been utilizing food as medicine since 2012.  Anthony Masiello is a Nationally Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach who has been helping individuals transform their lives for more than a decade. Together they are working to make lifestyle medicine as accessible as possible for everyone. Utilizing modern technology they have created Plant-Based TeleHealth, a platform where people across the country can access knowledgeable and experienced physicians who will support the reversal and prevention of chronic disease through lifestyle medicine and a whole food plant-based diet, from the convenience of their own homes. In this interview we had the opportunity to sit down with Dr Marbas and Anthony Masiello to discuss the service they are launching with the ability to serve patients in 13 states, and they plan to have the coverage rolled out to include all 50 states by the end of the year.  Here are just a few of the questions Dr Marbas and Anthony Masiello will answer: You offer the option for patients to visit with a diabetes doctor virtually. Can you explain how this works? Are your services covered by insurance?  Can you order blood tests for patients?  To get in contact with Dr Marbas and Anthony Masiello visit them at https://plantbasedtelehealth.com/ The Mastering Diabetes Book is finally finished and ready for YOU! Order your copy today! https://www.masteringdiabetes.org/book/ If you are looking for more information please visit our website at https://www.masteringdiabetes.org to learn evidence-based science and get free recipes and listen to free podcast episodes. You can also watch videos of people living with all types of diabetes and you can hear them tell their inspirational stories of improving their diabetes health for the first time in their life. If you are interested in joining our coaching program to take full control of your diabetes health or work with experienced coaches or join a constructive and empowering community of people losing weight, lowering their A1c values and saying goodbye to diabetes complications all together visit https://www.masteringdiabetes.org/plans/ and put your name on the waitlist today. We will send you a personal invitation to join the coaching program as soon as the next open enrollment period begins.

Cyrus and I are both living with type 1 diabetes and experienced remarkable improvements in our insulin sensitivity, energy levels and overall health after adopting the Mastering Diabetes Method which we’ve both been following for a combined 29 years.  Our improvement in insulin sensitivity has decreased or risk for developing common chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, and kidney disease. Additionally, living in an insulin-sensitive state allows us to control our blood glucose with precision and live active, joyful lives!  We address all this and much, more in our brand new book titled Mastering Diabetes. I could not be more excited to announce to you all that the book hit #6 on the New York Times Bestseller list and is also a USA Today, Publishers Weekly and Audible bestseller! We worked on this book for over 2 years. It’s a true masterpiece and we are just incredibly proud of it. We tell our personal stories in great detail, we cover the science of insulin resistance in a way that is easy to understand yet incredibly thorough. There are over 800+ citations, 30 recipes, two 21-day meals and so much more. It’s a true road map for maximizing your insulin sensitivity. The hardcover can be purchases anywhere books are sold. The digital version can be found on Kindle, Apple Books Nook and other digital readers. We also read our own audiobook which is available on Audible, Google Play and anywhere audiobooks can be purchased. We also added bonus material before each chapter in our audiobook which was really fun.  If you are on the fence about buying the book, I highly suggest you go to Amazon.com and read the reviews. And grab a tissue because there are some tear jerkers in there. Mastering Diabetes Book: https://www.masteringdiabetes.org/book/  Now for today’s show, we are honored to bring you one of the world’s leading microbiome experts, Dr. B. When you are on Amazon looking at our book, make sure to check out his upcoming book titled Fiber Fueled. You’ll be hearing more from us on that in the near future, but go ahead and pre-order now to make sure you’ll receive a copy when it’s released.  Here is a sample of what questions will be answered in this show: What exactly is the microbiome and how does one’s microbiome health affect their chronic disease risk? What foods promote optimal microbiome health?  What are short chain fatty acids? What do they do, where are they made, what tissues do they affect?  What foods increase intestinal permeability?  Why are bacterial endotoxins? Where do they come from? How do they affect the lining of your large intestine? What negative effects do they create?  How does the microbiome affect diabetes health? Type 1 diabetes? Blood glucose control? Insulin secretion?  How fiber helps with gut function? How does fiber affect BG control?  We talk about GI issues such as SIBO, IBS, gastroparesis, gas, bloating, constipation, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. Is a plant-based diet an optimal choice for people with pre-existing GI dysfunction? This is an episode you will likely want to hear more than once. So bookmark this one and enjoy it. Will Bulsiewicz MD MSCI (Dr B): https://www.instagram.com/theguthealthmd/ Mastering Diabetes Website: https://www.masteringdiabetes.org/ Mastering Diabetes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/masteringdiabetes/

Stacey Simms is the host of the award-winning podcast, Diabetes Connections and the author of “The World’s Worst Diabetes Mom.” Stacey's son was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes in 2006, one month before he turned two, and Stacey started blogging about her family's experience with T1D a few weeks later. For more than a decade, she hosted Charlotte’s Morning News on WBT-AM, the city’s top-rated morning radio news show. Stacey's been named to Diabetes Forecast Magazine's "12 People to Know,” the Charlotte Business Journal’s “Forty under 40” and as one of the “50 Most Influential Women in Mecklenburg County” by the Mecklenburg Times. Diabetes Connections has been awarded the WEGO Health Top Ten Best in Show – Podcasts; The Podcast Awards – People’s Choice - Top Ten Health; and Diabetes Forecast Magazine: Top Diabetes Podcasts. Stacey lives near Charlotte, NC with her husband, two children and their dog, Freckles. Link to her podcast episode with Robby: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/diabetes-connections-with-stacey-simms-type-1-diabetes/id1006168716 We cover many topics including: Raising a child with type 1 diabetes Becoming a HELPFUL family member for someone living with any form of diabetes The problems with over-sharing a child's health info on social media How the media covers diabetes Why it's not great for laypeople to give diet dosing advice (like we see on social media every day) To get on the waiting list for the Mastering Diabetes Coaching Program, please visit: https://www.masteringdiabetes.org/plans/  The Mastering Diabetes Book is finally finished and ready for YOU! Order your copy today! https://www.masteringdiabetes.org/book/ Thank you for listening!

In Episode 90 Simon Hill of The Plant Proof Podcast had us on his show to chat about Diabetes (Type 1, 1a, Pre, and Type 2) and the role that nutrition plays on insulin resistance. We go through the body of scientific literature and explain what causes insulin resistance and how to actually reverse it. Specifically we cover: Our personal journeys with Type 1 Diabetes Pathophysiology of Insulin Resistance Difference between low carb ketogenic type diets for Insulin Resistance and High Carb Low Fat diets Why Keto diets can promote insulin resistance (poorer ability to handle carbohydrates) What truly reversing insulin resistance actually means - specifically the the difference between reversing insulin resistance and managing blood glucose control Common diabetic complications and why reversing insulin resistance is so important Nutrition for reversing insulin resistance & diabetic complications (the practical stuff) and so much more Strap yourselves in this is a long one (2.5 hours) but we guarantee by the end of it you will have learned so much about Diabetes and finally understand the mechanism that causes insulin resistance and how to reverse it and improve health outcomes. Not only is this understanding important for people with Diabetes but really anyone looking to better their health, particularly anyone who is overweight (millions of people have undiagnosed pre diabetes). Insulin resistance is a spectrum and eating to promote optimal glucose tolerance means you will be able to enjoy some of the most healthful food groups in the world associated with longevity. If you have any comments or questions, Simon, (@plant_proof) and  we, Robby and Cyrus (@masteringdiabetes) would love to hear from you. Please tag us on social media or leave a quick review on iTunes. The Mastering Diabetes Book is finally finished and ready for YOU! Order your copy today! https://www.masteringdiabetes.org/book/