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Episode #112: Diabetes Part I
Barbell Medicine Podcast
Diet Matters: Prepare for Accurate Testing
For individuals on a low carbohydrate diet, a standard oro glucose tolerance test may yield misleading results due to a lack of metabolic flexibility. To obtain accurate readings, it's essential to consume at least 150 grams of carbohydrates per day for three to five days prior to the test. Additionally, understanding hemoglobin A1c is crucial, as it reflects blood sugar levels over the past two to three months; elevated blood sugar leads to more sugar attaching to red blood cells, providing a longer-term view of blood sugar management.
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