The Metabolic Classroom with Dr. Ben Bikman

A low-carb diet can do a lot of good things, but does it come at the expense of the thyroid? We’ll review the evidence and explore the relationship between thyroid and carbs.Here are the resources that Ben references during the episode:Study #1 - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11167929/Study #2 - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/6865775/Learn more at Insulin IQ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When fat cells get too big rather than too many, they start to suffer. This week Dr. Ben Bikman and the Insulin IQ Team review the evidence for why this happens and what you can do about it.Here are the resources that Ben references:Source #1 - https://jim.bmj.com/content/64/5/989Source #2 - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30649347/Source #3 - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32398753/Learn more at Insulin IQ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Ben Bikman discusses the impact of fructose on fatty liver disease, citing studies showing a link between fructose intake and liver fat accumulation. They also explore the prevalence and severity of fatty liver disease globally, emphasizing the importance of controlling fructose intake to reduce fat accumulation in the liver.

Are you eating enough salt to stay insulin sensitive? Dietary salt is too often viewed as something to avoid, but could eating too little salt actually make your metabolic problems worse? Dr. Ben Bikman and the Insulin IQ Team discuss what you need to know.Here is the link referenced in this episode:Source #1 - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9589654/Learn more at Insulin IQ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Ben Bikman discusses why calorie restriction isn't the only solution for weight loss, diving into the impact on fat cells and hormones. They explore the rebound of lipoprotein lipase post-weight loss, insulin sensitivity in fat cells, and the importance of lowering insulin levels for fat burning. The podcast also covers muscle gain without exercise and the fate of unused fat.

Dr. Ben Bikman and the Insulin IQ Team discuss the best way to lose body fat by focusing on metabolism fundamentals. Topics include debunking misconceptions about metabolism, shifting from sugar to fat burning, and optimizing protein and fat combination for muscle building and health.

We hear it all the time from the media, medical figures, and even well-intentioned friends and family. "Fatty foods will clog your arteries". But are fats themselves really to blame? Dr. Ben Bikman and the Insulin IQ Team explain what the science says about that. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Does high insulin lead to more migraine headaches? Dr. Ben Bikman and the Insulin IQ team examine the evidence showing why people who suffer from migraines may want to reevaluate their nutrition and lifestyle to control insulin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Your brain uses more energy than any other organ in your body, but the type of fuel you give it is critical for lifelong mental health. This week join Dr. Ben Bikman and the Insulin IQ Team as they discuss the direct link between what you eat and how it affects your chances of getting Alzheimer's disease. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Ben Bikman discusses the crucial link between sleep and metabolic health, highlighting the impact of sleep deprivation on insulin resistance. Topics include stress's effect on insulin sensitivity, dietary timing for better sleep, blue light exposure, genetics, and fasting's impact on sleep quality.