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Each year, roughly 10 million people die from cancer, almost 20 million die from heart disease, obesity is at epidemic levels, and up to half a billion people are diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. In 1980 there were no cases of adolescent diabetes in America. Today there are hundreds of thousands. And although less lethal, 40% of men over 45 today suffer from complications of low testosterone and almost 10% of women experience menstrual irregularities and infertility. All of these disorders (and many others) have one thing in common... To varying degrees, each is caused or exacerbated by the inability of the hormone insulin to perform as it should-a condition, largely within our control, known as Insulin Resistance. And, you might have it. Start raising your insulin IQ and discover what you can do to start feeling better.
Unexpected Ozempic Baby Pregnancies? How Birth Control Might Be Affected by GLP-1 Drugs
Dr. Ben Bikman discusses the phenomenon of “Ozempic babies,” where women using GLP-1 weight loss drugs like Ozempic and MoVI find their birth control pills ineffective, leading to unexpected pregnancies.
Perhaps contrary to popular belief that this is due to hormonal changes, Dr. Bikman suggests that because these drugs significantly slow down the intestines, impairing the absorption of oral contraceptives, they may not be as effective. He highlights the importance of being aware of this interaction, noting that the issue is not hormonal disruption but rather a digestive slowdown affecting medication absorption.
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Perhaps contrary to popular belief that this is due to hormonal changes, Dr. Bikman suggests that because these drugs significantly slow down the intestines, impairing the absorption of oral contraceptives, they may not be as effective. He highlights the importance of being aware of this interaction, noting that the issue is not hormonal disruption but rather a digestive slowdown affecting medication absorption.
#Ozempic #GLP1 #WeightLoss #BirthControl #OzempicBaby #HealthTips #DrBenBikman #Hormones #Pregnancy #MedicalAdvice #DigestiveHealth #OralContraceptives #WeightLossDrugs #HealthAwareness #MedicationInteractions #IntestinalHealth #UnexpectedPregnancy #WomensHealth #HealthyLiving #MedicalResearch
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Alcohol and Insulin Resistance with Dr. Ben Bikman
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In this episode of The Metabolic Classroom Dr. Ben Bikman focused on the effects of alcohol on insulin resistance, emphasizing how ethanol, the main form of alcohol, influences the brain and metabolism. He highlighted that alcohol is primarily metabolized by the liver and can cause insulin resistance through both direct and indirect mechanisms. Dr. Bikman detailed the molecular pathways by whic...
Ketones and Brain Health: New Study on Parkinson’s Disease, with Dr. Ben Bikman
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Dr. Bikman highlights a recent study on the benefits of a ketogenic diet for brain disorders, specifically Parkinson’s Disease. The study suggests that adhering to a ketogenic diet can slow the progression of Parkinson’s and even improve some symptoms. This is likely due to the protective effect of ketones on dopamine-producing neurons. Dr. Bikman emphasizes that the brain thrives on ketones, b...
Better Understanding LDL and VLDL with Dr. Ben Bikman
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In this short video, Dr. Bikman explains the role of cholesterol transporters in the blood, specifically focusing on LDL and VLDL. He clarifies that LDL is a transporter carrying cholesterol, triglycerides, and proteins, originating as VLDL from the liver. As VLDL moves through the blood, it becomes LDL. Contrary to common fears, Ben suggests that higher LDL with lower VLDL levels is associated...
New Study Suggests Allulose Can Improve Metabolic Health: with Dr. Ben Bikman
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Dr. Ben Bikman shared the results of a new study from his lab that examined the effects of stevia and allulose on rats fed either a standard diet or a Western diet high in fat and sugar. Over 12 weeks, the Western diet rats consuming stevia gained the most weight, while those consuming allulose experienced significantly less weight gain, improved insulin sensitivity, better glucose tolerance, i...
Why Your Body Does Not Need Dietary Carbs: with Dr. Ben Bikman
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Dr. Bikman explains a fundamental yet often misunderstood aspect of human nutrition: the concept of essential nutrients. He clarifies that while essential amino acids and fatty acids must be obtained through diet for health and survival, there are no essential carbohydrates. Despite the necessity of blood glucose for certain cells, like red blood cells, he emphasizes that the body does not requ...
What is the relationship between LPS and LDL cholesterol, and why is it important for immune health?
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Dr. Bikman answers a question about Lipopolysaccharides (LPS) in the gut and the potential health impacts. He explains how LPS can enter the bloodstream through leaky gut, highlighting the crucial role of LDL cholesterol in binding and removing LPS from the blood, thus supporting the immune system. He underscores the importance of LDL in preventing severe infections like sepsis, offering a fres...
Energy Toxicity and Insulin Resistance with Dr. Ben Bikman
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In this episode of The Metabolic Classroom, Dr. Bikman, a biomedical scientist and professor of cell biology, delves into the concept of energy toxicity. He begins by explaining that energy toxicity attempts to explain why certain cells, particularly those capable of storing energy like muscle and liver cells, become insulin resistant. The primary idea is that when these cells accumulate excess...
Hunger Always Wins: The Flaw in “Eat Less, Exercise More” with Dr. Ben Bikman
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Dr. Bikman draws a parallel between preparing for a buffet by eating less and exercising more to induce hunger and the conventional advice given for weight loss over the past decades. He argues that while this method might lead to short-term weight loss, it ultimately increases hunger, which is unsustainable and counterproductive. Instead, he emphasizes the importance of managing macronutrients...
Why MCT Oil Boosts Your Ketones: Dr. Bikman Explains
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Insulin IQ community member, Pam asks why using MCT oil, which is not an exogenous ketone, still raises her ketone levels. Dr. Bikman explains that MCTs and shorter fats are absorbed directly into the bloodstream from the gut, bypassing the complex process longer fats undergo. These fats go straight to the liver, which must immediately burn them due to their short carbon chains, as cells cannot...
Sleep and Insulin Resistance with Dr. Ben Bikman
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In this episode of The Metabolic Classroom, Dr. Bikman begins by emphasizing the critical role of insulin in regulating the body’s use of fuel, and influencing whether nutrients are stored or burned. He highlights that food is a primary driver of insulin levels, but other factors like stress and sleep deprivation significantly impact insulin resistance. Stress, often exacerbated by poor sleep h...
How Stress and Caffeine Trigger Insulin Resistance: Insights from Dr. Ben Bikman
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Dr. Ben Bikman highlights insulin resistance as a prevalent global health issue, identifying stress as a primary cause. He defines stress through elevated levels of cortisol and epinephrine (adrenaline), both of which can quickly induce insulin resistance. One common source of elevated adrenaline is caffeine. Dr. Bikman references a study demonstrating that caffeine consumption significantly in...
Is there a connection between lack of a gallbladder, gallstones, and insulin resistance?
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Is there a connection between lack of a gallbladder, gallstones, and insulin resistance?
Study shows resistance training improves insulin resistance better than aerobic training #metabolism
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Study shows resistance training improves insulin resistance better than aerobic training #metabolism
Better understanding Lipedema with Dr. Ben Bikman
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Better understanding Lipedema with Dr. Ben Bikman
What are your thoughts about the DASH Diet for improved heart health?
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What are your thoughts about the DASH Diet for improved heart health?
What is the difference between a caloric fast and a nutrient fast?
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What is the difference between a caloric fast and a nutrient fast?
Are there “best times” to take berberine and apple cider vinegar?
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Are there “best times” to take berberine and apple cider vinegar?
Exogenous Ketones with Dr. Ben Bikman
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Exogenous Ketones with Dr. Ben Bikman
How do the fats in cow’s milk compare to those in goat’s milk?
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How do the fats in cow’s milk compare to those in goat’s milk?
Can Insulin Resistance be reversed through a carnivore diet?
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Can Insulin Resistance be reversed through a carnivore diet?
Is there risk in using exogenous ketones for people who aren’t yet into ketosis?
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Is there risk in using exogenous ketones for people who aren’t yet into ketosis?
Salt and Cardiometabolic Health with Dr. Ben Bikman
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Salt and Cardiometabolic Health with Dr. Ben Bikman
The Metabolism of Male Infertility with Dr. Ben Bikman
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The Metabolism of Male Infertility with Dr. Ben Bikman
The Metabolism of Female Infertility with Dr. Ben Bikman
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The Metabolism of Female Infertility with Dr. Ben Bikman
Fatty Liver Disease with Dr. Ben Bikman
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Fatty Liver Disease with Dr. Ben Bikman
went to a fitness coach to get help in exercise and movement as I was ready to take myself up to the next level, the first thing he recommended was to up my carbs to 200g a day and lower my fats down to 10g a day, the complete opposite of what I have been doing and what is recommended. I immediate sent a message back asking if this is a joke. I'm still fighting to end my contract with them and they refuse. If I ate like that again I'll be in dire straights with my health - the exact opposite of where I want to be.
Western doctors knew of the effects of sugar on the liver and how to heal NAFLD since the early 1900's. There's no excuse for doctors nowadays to not know these studies and refuse to advice people how to actually heal the liver. I was told years ago to stop eating fat. Once I cotton on to the issues with sugar I stopped sugar mostly, however I didn't know how to heal the liver. Now I take choline, taurine and milk thistle to help and have fasting during the week and it's when I have fasted for most of the day that I feel the gallbladder squeezing and I know then I've got fat in my blood. I have started to lose cms off my waist and I hope this is a sign of fatty liver healing. I hope. My liver enzymes were high and my doctor only asked me if I drink and when I said no, she dropped the subject. I don't drink.
There is another YT channel where the lady who has Lipedema recommends taking collagen supplements. Would you agree with this, given what you have said about overproduction of collagen? Or is the overproduction a result of inflammation?
Thanks Extremely useful data. Clear and very easy to understand. Now i have a better insight of this topic.
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Ohhhhh Great motto! AVOID CARBS FROM BAGS , BOXES, AND BAR CODES! Gotta remember that one. Thank You
Dr bikman, although the content of this video is useful, why are you promoting processed artificial food in this video just because this video is sponsored by food company ?
“Bags, Boxes, and Barcodes.” Got it!✅💰
“Bags, Boxes, and Barcodes.” Got it!✅💰
I'm still not clear on how you "lower insulin." I have gone seriously low carb, almost paleo/keto, for the past 3 years, and yet I have seen no change in weight, and my HOMA IR was still high. What gives?
Going to quit drinking. Only been a couple days now but it’s about time!
You should certainly be aware that cancer is a metabollic desease..
A brilliant way of explaining it
The best synonym for inflammation beginning with S is septicity
what about the 🥥?
Count calories and work your ass off...that's it
Such a great teacher, thank you very much !!
Thanks for saving life
This would lead me to believe that acute short term insulin resistance would be a survival mechanism in a survival situation. Storing energy for say winter
Thank you for your time !! Greatly appreciated!!
Loved this episode! Thanks for sharing.
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Is 100g of saturated fat bad on a keto diet
Thank you. Due to my hyperinsulinemia and warning that I am in pre-diabetes mode, I joined the keto diet 10 months ago. While my hyperinsulinemia is still not fully cured, I lost 25 pounds and reached my A1c of 5.2. Lots of ‘goodies‘ also happened (for example, no more need for blood pressure pills!). At age 85, I‘m also visiting a gym every second day. Life is great!
So it is much healthier to allow urself to sweat in a hot weather instead of putting on ACs. Perhaps this is a concealed reason why people may add weight n perhaps are banned from excreting toxic molecules through their sweat!
Can I ask a question please!!!! My tsh and free 3 and 4 are normal. I did a tpo test and it was 30, still normal but on the higer end. For anyone with hasimotos, what are your levels when you was diagnosed. I just hope im not headed in that direction because im on the high end if normal. I also cane across a doctor saying anything under 500 is low risk, anything above is elevated risk. But the cut off is 34 and im 30. Just kinda nervous. Anyone familiar with this
No matter what you eat or drink someone is going to say it’s not good for you eat or drink this instead , so my advice , eat or drink whatever you like or whatever you can afford , we’re all gonna end up in one of two places anyways
Dr. Bik is the man, but "soccer mom" can be a dad. Just sayin'.
"Insulin resistance is the most common health disorder worldwide ". When are doctors going to wake up?
Please do you have a way to translate this to Spanish? My friend in Mexico was recently diagnosed with metabolic syndrome and when I tell him your advice he hears “high insulin” and rejects it bc he doesn’t have diabetes! Your other videos with Jesse Chappur talk about it I. Those terms as well so he rejects them out of hand. His problem started with gout and was treating it with low carb then keto and lost weight. Now he’s diagnosed with metabolic syndrome and so he’s like, well you’re not a doctor, and now he’s following their diet. He lost some weight but is eating more carbs like fruit and oatmeal. This weekend his foot swole up and he can’t admit it’s the glucose raising his insulin. But I don’t have the words or the clout to convince him. Please do these important videos in Spanish and make shorts to help others understand that the INSULIN is what matters and that metabolic syndrome is synonymous with insulin resistance. It needs to stick in their heads
Dr. Bikman, why do we see thin people with T2D? Can you please take some time to explain? Thank you…
Awesome Dr Ben..I'm Dr Zaidi, colorectal surgeon from Malaysia..Thank you so much 👍👍👍
I’m in perimenopause and any time I have a drink I have the WORST sleep. I wake up between 2:30 and 3:30 and cannot get back to sleep. I used to love a social drink, but sleep is more important!
Hello Ben Bikman from the ‘Peg in 🇨🇦 Finally reading your book Page 5..my jaw dropped! I had no idea about the role of insulin! I am shocked!
As someone who has been dealing with lipedema for about 30 years and have been able to keep myself in between type 1 and 2 through exercise, low carb diet, and Fasciablasting, I have a question. I use a beef protein shake (Equip) and I often add collagen to my shakes?? Am I making things harder? Is exogenous collagen an issue or is that crazy to consider?
Does he not have eyebrows?
Lack of eyebrows is a sign of genious.
What can I take or do to lower cortisol? Mine is very high and it's affecting my insulin level making it high. I am under a lot of stress. Husband going through Cancer treatment I am worried about everything. My doctor wants me on meds. I believe eating a clean food diet. Vitamins and minerals also natural meds. I have never drank alcohol. So what should I take for lowering my cortisol? Thankyou very much in advance!
What I found most beneficial was to prioritize sleep and work to support that.
Does any of this matter if you're a healthy weight and in a deficit
And yet, it’s still not approved for sale in Canada. Very frustrating.
My experience with apples over the past 15 years if they all have no taste they’re not sweet actually most fruit is not sweet it taste like nothing and I remember when I was young everything tasted sweeter and better so it’s pretty much the opposite of what you’re saying
Peter Attia no longer endorses metformin for longevity
Thank you....just confirmed what I had wondered about.
Wow! Very good. Now we need some clinical context to put this knowledge into action. What level of chronic consumption is pathogenic? And, if we, for example, stop all alcohol consumption , how long will it take to reverse the negative impact? Is there permanent damage?
It’s thinking how awesome it must be for Dr Bikman to teach over two hundred thousand of us who just want to know more about health, take control of our bodies and be well. No other reason, not to get a grade, a degree, get credits. You’re amazing Professor, and I am so grateful.
So, why the postprandial glucose is lower if i drink wine? Lets say 150ml or 20ml ethanol.
What if I have 2.08 insulin but my ketones are no more than 5 at any given time of the day and I'm low carb diet, and 6 a1c? So confused
Are lactate, lactic acid the same?
@@60PlusFitnessJourneywhat he said was lactate, not lactic acid. They are the same; lactate is lactic acid except for one proton. Basic chemistry taught in secondary school. What he spoke about was very short-sighted; about the role of carbs in human nutrition. Carb foods provide more than just carbs, you have vitamins, minerals and fibre - soluble, insoluble and resistant starch. Carnivore diet lacks carbs and fibre, and therefore changing the gut microbiome with greater risk of dietary diseases such as bowel cancer. The keto diet has limitations just like anything else. The metabolic pathways in the human body is centred around carbs, e.g. production of non-essential amino acids and the production and utilisation of fats.
What the deal with the Prometabolic diet Prof. Ben?
Wow. Best explanation of ketosis and insulin I've heard.
This was and amazing class. Ben is such a good teacher because he is the ultimate “Student”….i can’t praise him enough. He will help many people in his lifetime.