Join us as we delve into the world of metabolic health – exploring the functions and dysfunctions of blood glucose. Our guests, Dr. Mark Hyman, Dr. Casey Means, and Dr. Robert Lustig share insights on insulin resistance, prediabetes, and the importance of diet and lifestyle. Discover the profound impact of excessive sugar consumption, how modern lifestyle practices clash with evolution, and get real food education that can lead you to lasting health. Explore the reasons we are in critical need of cultural and governmental policy shifts to promote real food and prioritize metabolic health for all. In this episode we cover:00:05:36 – Degraded Metabolic Health00:07:37 – Diabetes and Pre-Diabetes 00:11:01 – Snacking00:11:21 – Longevity Switches00:11:55 – Blood Sugar00:16:36 – Inflammatory Molecules00:20:49 – Metabolic Health00:26:00 – Standard American Diet (SAD)00:33:41 – Insulin Resistance00:34:16 – Mitochondria00:34:44 – Fructose00:36:26 – Biohacking00:37:07 – Test Your Fasting Insulin00:42:00 – Glycation00:44:18 – Inflammatory Cytokines00:48:50 – Fat & Energy Storage00:51:03 – Insulin00:56:02 – A Cultural Shift00:59:30 – Food Subsidies01:01:49 – The Future of Food Prescription Learn more about Commune and check out all our health, nutrition, and functional medicine courses free for 14 days at onecommune.com/trial This podcast is supported by:Thrive MarketThis podcast is supported by Thrive Market - Join Thrive Market today and get a FREE $80 in free groceries when you go to thrivemarket.com/commune