#76 – Are Carbs TOXIC? Two Pharmacists Respond. (Rapid Fire Friday)
Diabetes Remission Roadmap | Reverse Type 2, Lower A1C, Medication-Free Living, Weight LossSummary
Type 2 diabetes is often perceived as a chronic condition that requires lifelong management, but experts Brian Bisher and Corey Jenks challenge this notion in their latest discussion. They emphasize that type 2 diabetes is not solely a blood sugar issue but also involves muscle and energy storage problems. The hosts advocate for a shift in perspective, encouraging individuals to focus on rebuilding their health rather than merely managing symptoms. They propose practical strategies for achieving remission, including building muscle and adopting sustainable eating habits.
The conversation also addresses a recent online critique regarding carbohydrate consumption. Bisher and Jenks clarify that while it is possible to live without carbohydrates, they are not inherently toxic. The hosts argue that the impact of carbs depends on individual metabolic states and the context of one’s overall diet. They stress that moderation and personal tolerance are key, suggesting that both high and low carbohydrate diets can be effective depending on the individual’s health goals and responses. The discussion highlights the importance of personalized nutrition and the need to move beyond rigid dietary dogmas in favor of a more flexible approach to eating.
Show Notes
Are carbohydrates toxic? According to one commenter on our YouTube channel, Brian and Cory are apparently too scared to tell people with type 2 diabetes to stop eating ALL carbohydrates. Their argument? "Nobody needs to eat a single gram of carbs." And here's the funny thing... They're right. Your body can produce the glucose it needs through a process called gluconeogenesis. You don't technically have to eat carbohydrates to survive. But there's a pretty big difference between "not required"...
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