Welcome back to The Diabetes Code Clinic, hosted by Dr. Jason Fung. If you missed Part 1, we covered the fundamentals of Type 2 Diabetes, including how it develops and how to start reversing it. In this episode, we dive deeper into the powerful role of a low-carb diet in achieving remission of Type 2 Diabetes. Learn why Type 2 Diabetes is essentially an overflow problem caused by excess sugar in your body and how reducing carbohydrate intake can help manage and even reverse this condition.
Dr. Fung explains:
✔️ The role of three macronutrients (proteins, fats, carbohydrates).
✔️ Why carbohydrates are unnecessary for good health (carbs = sugar).
✔️ Which foods raise blood sugar levels and which do not.
✔️ Practical tips to adjust your diet, focusing on non-starchy vegetables, proteins, and natural fats.
Timestamps for Easy Navigation:
⏱️ 00:00 – Introduction to The Diabetes Code Clinic Part 2
⏱️ 00:38 – How to Reverse Type 2 Diabetes with a Low-Carb Diet
⏱️ 01:20 – Understanding the Three Macronutrients
⏱️ 02:53 – What are Carbohydrates and Their Effects?
⏱️ 05:32 – What to Eat on a Low-Carb Diet
⏱️ 07:45 – What to Avoid on a Low-Carb Diet
Key Points Discussed:
Dr. Fung provides practical advice to help you make dietary changes that can drastically improve your health. He also shares insights from Dr. David Unwin’s groundbreaking results, where 46% of patients achieved full remission of Type 2 Diabetes with simple dietary changes.
Discover the foods you should prioritize—like green vegetables, proteins, and healthy fats—and those to avoid, including starchy carbs, sugary drinks, and processed snacks. Learn why fruits like berries are better than sweeter fruits like bananas and mangoes for blood sugar control.
Why Watch This Video?
This video will empower you to:
✅ Understand the direct link between diet and blood sugar levels.
✅ Learn how to safely and effectively reduce carbohydrates to achieve Type 2 Diabetes remission.
✅ Take control of your health with actionable, science-backed advice.
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