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The REAL Keys to Longevity - 2 Key Factors | Jason FungIn this video, Dr. Jason Fung breaks down the most crucial factors for living a long and healthy life—and it’s not all about cholesterol! 🌟 If you’re aiming to improve your healthspan and longevity, you need to focus on the diseases that pose the biggest risks: cardiovascular disease (heart disease and stroke) and cancer.What You’ll Learn:Cardiovascular Disease: Learn why heart disease and stroke are the leading causes of death and how type 2 diabetes dramatically increases your risk. Dr. Fung shares insights from a massive study involving 1.5 million participants across 34 countries!Diabetes vs. Cholesterol: Discover why type 2 diabetes is a much more significant risk factor for heart disease compared to LDL cholesterol. The data is clear: controlling diabetes can add years to your life, while lowering cholesterol may only add a few days.Cancer Risks: Understand the major factors that contribute to cancer, including smoking and obesity. Dr. Fung highlights how diet and obesity are more critical than many other commonly discussed risks.The Power of Fasting: Learn how fasting can help reverse type 2 diabetes and obesity, leading to a healthier, longer life. Dr. Fung explains how extending your fasting periods can help your body burn excess glucose and fat, significantly improving your health.Why This Matters:By focusing on controlling type 2 diabetes and managing your weight through diet and fasting, you can drastically reduce your risk of major diseases and enhance your healthspan. This video is packed with actionable advice and is a must-watch if you’re serious about living a longer, healthier life.Don’t Forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe for More Health Tips! 👍🔔▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▶️ Timestamps / Chapters0:00 intro00:03 health span and longevity, it’s not about the cholesterol02:57 how much longevity is gained by taking a statin?04:45 what about cancer?06:03 obesity related cancers06:57 how to lose weight?08:30 Outro=============================📌 BOOKS:👉 The Obesity Code - Reviewing underlying physiology of weight loss and how lowcarb diets and fasting can help. https://www.amazon.com/dp/1771641258?...👉 The Diabetes Code - Reviewing how type 2 diabetes is a reversible disease anddietary strategies. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0795BLS8D?...👉 The Cancer Code - Scientific exploration of how cancer develops -https://www.amazon.com/dp/0062894005?...📌 Amazon:👉 USA - https://www.amazon.com/shop/jasonfung👉 Canada - https://www.amazon.ca/shop/jasonfung▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬📌 Please visit our :-🔹 Website - https://www.doctorjasonfung.com🔹 Blog- https://drjasonfung.medium.com🔹 Community- https://www.thefastingmethod.com🔹 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/jason.fung.313🔹 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drjasonfung/🔹 Twitter - https://twitter.com/drjasonfung▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬📌 YouTube Medical Lectures (for specialist physicians):▶️ The Roots of the Obesity Epidemic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q8BGYhreaco&t=0s▶️ Therapeutic Fasting - The Two Compartment Problem: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ETkwZIi3R7w&t=0s▶️ Does Calorie Counting work?:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5F5o0a4p_3U&t=0s▶️ Two Big Lies of Type 2 Diabetes:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FcLoaVNQ3rc&t=0s▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬If you liked the video, Please Do Subscribe My Channel 😉😍Keep Supporting me So I can Continue to provide you with free content eachweek!!😇▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬😍 😍 Thank you for Watching!#Healthspan #Longevity #DrJasonFung #IntermittentFasting #Type2Diabetes #WeightLoss #HeartHealth #CancerPrevention #FastingBenefits #HealthyLiving #CholesterolMyth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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How financial conflicts of interest have corrupted modern medicine, from the medical journals to the universities. Studies that support drugs are published where those that don't are not, producing a corrupted version of reality. Check out my blog at https://medium.com/@drjasonfungMore Information:BOOKS:The Obesity Code - Reviewing underlying physiology of weight loss and how low carb diets and fasting can help. https://www.amazon.com/dp/1771641258?ref=exp_jasonfung_dp_vv_dThe Diabetes Code - Reviewing how type 2 diabetes is a reversible disease and dietary strategies. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0795BLS8D?ref=exp_jasonfung_dp_vv_dThe Cancer Code - Scientific exploration of how cancer develops - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0062894005?ref=exp_jasonfung_dp_vv_dAmazon:USA - https://www.amazon.com/shop/jasonfungCanada - https://www.amazon.ca/shop/jasonfung**Fasting Aids**Pique Fasting Tea (recommended)https://www.piquetea.com/drjasonfungFasting Community and Coaching:https://www.thefastingmethod.com/YouTube Medical Lectures (for specialist physicians):1. The Roots of the Obesity Epidemic - https://youtu.be/q8BGYhreaco2. Therapeutic Fasting - The Two Compartment Problem: https://youtu.be/ETkwZIi3R7w3. Does Calorie Counting work? https://youtu.be/5F5o0a4p_3U4. Two Big Lies of Type 2 Diabetes - https://youtu.be/FcLoaVNQ3rc5. Reversing Type 2 Diabetes Naturally - https://youtu.be/mAwgdX5VxGc6. Insulin Toxicity - https://youtu.be/4oZ4UqtbB_g7. Saturated Fat - Friend or Foe? https://youtu.be/QetsIU-3k7Y8. Diet and Disease - https://youtu.be/2yoOx_7MLn09. Dangers of Fructose - https://youtu.be/pG89j432w-Y10. Insulin Resistance - https://youtu.be/dimP7IdM2Og11. Role of Hormones in Weight Loss - https://youtu.be/ZbnshVO4PRM12. The Obesity Code Lecture 1 - https://youtu.be/YpllomiDMX0Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoyL4iGArWn5Hu0V_sAhK2w/joinTimestamps:0:00 Medical Corruption in the medical literature11:50 Antidepressants - evidence of corrupted medical literature22:00 Changing the primary outcomes29:27 Ghostwriting in the medical literature36:50 Neurontin 46:26 Hormone Replacement Therapy#jasonfung #drjasonfung #fasting #fastingbenefits #weightlosstips #intermittentfasting #drfung #fung #calories #weightlosstips #caloriesincaloriesout #weightloss #nutrition #diet #health Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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.📢 Share Your Journey:Have you tried reversing Type 2 diabetes? Let us know your experience in the comments below. Dr. Fung and the community would love to hear from you!============================= 📌 BOOKS: 👉 The Obesity Code - Reviewing underlying physiology of weight loss and how low carb diets and fasting can help. https://www.amazon.com/dp/1771641258?... 👉 The Diabetes Code - Reviewing how type 2 diabetes is a reversible disease and dietary strategies. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0795BLS8D?... 👉 The Cancer Code - Scientific exploration of how cancer develops - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0062894005?... 📌 Amazon: 👉 USA - https://www.amazon.com/shop/jasonfung 👉 Canada - https://www.amazon.ca/shop/jasonfung ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 📌 Please visit our :- 🔹 Website - https://www.doctorjasonfung.com 🔹 Blog- https://drjasonfung.medium.com 🔹 Community- https://www.thefastingmethod.com 🔹 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/jason.fung.313 🔹 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drjasonfung/ 🔹 Twitter - https://twitter.com/drjasonfung ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 📌 YouTube Medical Lectures (for specialist physicians): ▶️ The Roots of the Obesity Epidemic: https: //www.youtube.com/watch?v=q8BGYhreaco&t=0s ▶️ Therapeutic Fasting - The Two Compartment Problem:https: //www.youtube.com/watch?v=ETkwZIi3R7w&t=0s ▶️ Does Calorie Counting work?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5F5o0a4p_3U&t=0s ▶️ Two Big Lies of Type 2 Diabetes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FcLoaVNQ3rc&t=0s #DiabetesCode #ReverseDiabetes #Type2Diabetes #DrJasonFung #IntermittentFasting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hi, I’m Dr. Jason Fung, and welcome to Part 3 of the Diabetes Code Clinic, where we focus on reversing Type 2 diabetes through proven methods. If you missed Parts 1 and 2, I recommend watching those first, as we discussed what Type 2 diabetes is and introduced the low carbohydrate diet.In today’s video, we’re diving deeper into the low carbohydrate diet and why it’s one of the most effective approaches for reversing Type 2 diabetes. The key to managing this disease lies in understanding how blood glucose levels are affected by what you eat. Using tools like the glycemic index and glycemic load, you can identify foods that raise your blood sugar and those that don’t.You’ll learn:✔️ Why cutting carbohydrates is essential for managing diabetes✔️ The difference between refined and natural carbohydrates✔️ How foods like vegetables, proteins, and healthy fats can stabilize blood sugar✔️ Easy swaps and practical tips to stick to a low-carb diet✔️ What happens if your blood sugar drops too low—and how to handle it▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Timestamps for Easy Navigation:⏱️ 00:00 Topics to be covered today⏱️ 00:27 Low carbohydrate diet⏱️ 01:20 Foods that raise or don’t raise blood glucose⏱️ 03:21 Glycemic index of foods⏱️ 06:44 Reports on low-carb diets⏱️ 08:50 Very low carbohydrate foods⏱️ 09:17 What to eat on a very low-carb diet?⏱️ 10:27 What if my blood glucose goes down?⏱️ 10:59 Ending▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Key Points:✅ Type 2 diabetes occurs when the body is overwhelmed with glucose, causing blood sugar levels to rise.✅ A low carbohydrate diet targets the root cause—excess glucose—by reducing sugar intake and prioritizing foods that don’t spike blood sugar.✅ Using tools like the glycemic index (GI) and glycemic load, you can make informed choices about what to eat.✅ Refined carbs (like bread and cornflakes) spike blood sugar, while natural carbs (like carrots and cauliflower) have a much lower impact.✅ Incorporating low-carb, high-protein foods such as chicken, beef, eggs, and non-starchy vegetables can significantly improve blood glucose levels.Tips for Following a Low-Carb Diet:1️⃣ Choose Whole Foods: Focus on natural, unprocessed foods.2️⃣ Fill Your Plate Smartly: Half with non-starchy vegetables, half with proteins.3️⃣ Try Low-Carb Substitutes: Use lettuce wraps, cauliflower rice, or konjac noodles instead of bread and traditional pasta.4️⃣ Monitor Your Blood Sugar: If you’re on diabetes medication, consult your doctor to adjust dosages as needed.Benefits of a Low-Carb Diet:📉 Reduces blood sugar levels and HbA1c⚖️ Promotes weight loss💊 Reduces dependency on diabetes medications✔️ Scientifically backed by organizations like the American Diabetes Association (ADA) and the American Heart Association (AHA)Why Watch This Video?If you or a loved one is struggling with Type 2 diabetes, this video provides actionable insights to start reversing the disease naturally. By following a low-carb lifestyle, you can regain control over your health and reduce the need for medications.Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated with more health and diabetes management tips. Hit the notification bell so you never miss out!📢 Share Your Journey:Have you tried reversing Type 2 diabetes? Let us know your experience in the comments below. Dr. Fung and the community would love to hear from you!============================= 📌 BOOKS: 👉 The Obesity Code - Reviewing underlying physiology of weight loss and how low carb diets and fasting can help. https://www.amazon.com/dp/1771641258?... 👉 The Diabetes Code - Reviewing how type 2 diabetes is a reversible disease and dietary strategies. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0795BLS8D?... 👉 The Cancer Code - Scientific exploration of how cancer develops - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0062894005?... 📌 Amazon: 👉 USA - https://www.amazon.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is salt bad for our health? Should we follow a low salt diet? An in-depth analysis of available data and the surprising conclusion. A low salt diet does not lead to less heart disease or stroke. Check out my blog at https://medium.com/@drjasonfungMore Information:BOOKS:The Obesity Code - Reviewing underlying physiology of weight loss and how low carb diets and fasting can help. https://www.amazon.com/dp/1771641258?ref=exp_jasonfung_dp_vv_dThe Diabetes Code - Reviewing how type 2 diabetes is a reversible disease and dietary strategies. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0795BLS8D?ref=exp_jasonfung_dp_vv_dThe Cancer Code - Scientific exploration of how cancer develops - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0062894005?ref=exp_jasonfung_dp_vv_dAmazon:USA - https://www.amazon.com/shop/jasonfungCanada - https://www.amazon.ca/shop/jasonfung**Fasting Aids**Pique Fasting Tea (recommended)https://www.piquetea.com/drjasonfungFasting Community and Coaching:https://www.thefastingmethod.com/YouTube Medical Lectures (for specialist physicians):1. The Roots of the Obesity Epidemic - https://youtu.be/q8BGYhreaco2. Therapeutic Fasting - The Two Compartment Problem: https://youtu.be/ETkwZIi3R7w3. Does Calorie Counting work? https://youtu.be/5F5o0a4p_3U4. Two Big Lies of Type 2 Diabetes - https://youtu.be/FcLoaVNQ3rc5. Reversing Type 2 Diabetes Naturally - https://youtu.be/mAwgdX5VxGc6. Insulin Toxicity - https://youtu.be/4oZ4UqtbB_g7. Saturated Fat - Friend or Foe? https://youtu.be/QetsIU-3k7Y8. Diet and Disease - https://youtu.be/2yoOx_7MLn09. Dangers of Fructose - https://youtu.be/pG89j432w-Y10. Insulin Resistance - https://youtu.be/dimP7IdM2Og11. Role of Hormones in Weight Loss - https://youtu.be/ZbnshVO4PRM12. The Obesity Code Lecture 1 - https://youtu.be/YpllomiDMX0Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoyL4iGArWn5Hu0V_sAhK2w/joinTimestamps0:00 Is salt bad for you?0:20 Official salt recommendations4:34 Funnel plots9:38 Causation versus association13:19 Salt intake differences between countries17:24 Salt and heart disease23:20 Dangers of salt restriction#jasonfung #drjasonfung #fasting #fastingbenefits #weightlosstips #intermittentfasting #drfung #fung #calories #weightlosstips #caloriesincaloriesout #weightloss #nutrition #diet #health Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The first big lie is that Type 2 Diabetes is chronic and progressive. The second lie is that treatment of blood sugar is the primary target of therapy. Check out my blog at https://medium.com/@drjasonfungMore Information:BOOKS:The Obesity Code - Reviewing underlying physiology of weight loss and how low carb diets and fasting can help. https://www.amazon.com/dp/1771641258?ref=exp_jasonfung_dp_vv_dThe Diabetes Code - Reviewing how type 2 diabetes is a reversible disease and dietary strategies. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0795BLS8D?ref=exp_jasonfung_dp_vv_dThe Cancer Code - Scientific exploration of how cancer develops - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0062894005?ref=exp_jasonfung_dp_vv_dAmazon:USA - https://www.amazon.com/shop/jasonfungCanada - https://www.amazon.ca/shop/jasonfung**Fasting Aids**Pique Fasting Tea (recommended)https://www.piquetea.com/drjasonfungFasting Community and Coaching:https://www.thefastingmethod.com/YouTube Medical Lectures (for specialist physicians):1. The Roots of the Obesity Epidemic - https://youtu.be/q8BGYhreaco2. Therapeutic Fasting - The Two Compartment Problem: https://youtu.be/ETkwZIi3R7w3. Does Calorie Counting work? https://youtu.be/5F5o0a4p_3U4. Two Big Lies of Type 2 Diabetes - https://youtu.be/FcLoaVNQ3rc5. Reversing Type 2 Diabetes Naturally - https://youtu.be/mAwgdX5VxGc6. Insulin Toxicity - https://youtu.be/4oZ4UqtbB_g7. Saturated Fat - Friend or Foe? https://youtu.be/QetsIU-3k7Y8. Diet and Disease - https://youtu.be/2yoOx_7MLn09. Dangers of Fructose - https://youtu.be/pG89j432w-Y10. Insulin Resistance - https://youtu.be/dimP7IdM2Og11. Role of Hormones in Weight Loss - https://youtu.be/ZbnshVO4PRM12. The Obesity Code Lecture 1 - https://youtu.be/YpllomiDMX0Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoyL4iGArWn5Hu0V_sAhK2w/joinTimestamps0:00 Type 2 Diabetes8:49 Treatment of Type 2 diabetes14:55 Complications of type 2 diabetes22:02 Fatty Liver disease and type 2 diabetes29:00 Insulin Resistance explained37:07 Cure for type 2 diabetes?#jasonfung #drjasonfung #fasting #fastingbenefits #weightlosstips #intermittentfasting #drfung #fung #calories #weightlosstips #caloriesincaloriesout #weightloss #nutrition #diet #health Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices