63: Low Carb Diet for Diabetes: The Evidence

Type 2 Diabetes Talk

In this episode, we’re diving deep into one of the most effective—and often misunderstood—approaches to treating and reversing type 2 diabetes and prediabetes: the low carb diet.
Once considered controversial, low carb eating is now supported by an ever-growing body of research, with dozens of randomized controlled trials and multiple systematic reviews proving its effectiveness. But despite the science, misconceptions persist. Are you ready to cut through the confusion and discover how this approach can transform your diabetes health?

Let's explore the evidence behind low carb eating, breaking down its benefits for blood sugar control, weight loss and reducing medication reliance. You’ll learn why this isn’t just another diet trend, but a proven strategy for rebalancing metabolism and achieving long-term results.
If you’re curious about how low carb stacks up against other diets or want practical insights to get started, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways!
CHAPTERS
2:02 A case of too many carbs
4:40 What is a low carb diet
5:23 History of low carb for diabetes and emerging evidence
12:31 Evidence for low carb diet for diabetes
13:30 Lower blood sugar and A1c
15:53 Weight loss and lower BMI
17:32 Reducing and stopping medication
19:28 Reduced inflammation, improved heart health
19:56 Remission of type 2 diabetes
20:42 Improved cholesterol levels
23:28 Low carb diet for prediabetes
24:44 Importance of low carb diet QUALITY

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Κεφάλαια

1. 63: Low Carb Diet for Diabetes: The Evidence (00:00:00)

2. A case of too many carbs (00:02:02)

3. What is a low carb diet (00:04:40)

4. History of low carb for diabetes and emerging evidence (00:05:23)

5. Evidence for low carb diet for diabetes (00:12:31)

6. Lower blood sugar and A1c (00:13:30)

7. Weight loss and lower BMI (00:15:53)

8. Reducing and stopping medication (00:17:32)

9. Reduced inflammation, improved heart health (00:19:28)

10. Remission of type 2 diabetes (00:19:56)

11. Improved cholesterol levels (00:20:42)

12. Low carb diet for prediabetes (00:23:28)

13. Importance of low carb diet QUALITY (00:24:44)