Reversing Insulin Resistance With a Plant-Based Diet

Had the pleasure of sitting down with my mate Simon Hill from Plant Proof to chat about my life-story. We covered everything from being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes to the various dietary frameworks I’ve experimented with over the years such as paleo, keto, and plant-based, as well as how different lifestyle factors affect insulin sensitivity and blood glucose control. Whether you’re living with diabetes or not, this episode is for everyone! It should leave you feeling inspired, empowered, and informed.

TOPICS COVERED:

Drew’s early years growing up including his health, diet and interests
The symptoms Drew experienced in the lead up to being diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes
Being diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes – how he felt mentally and what advice he was given by health professionals
What Type 1 Diabetes is and how it differs to Type 2 Diabetes
How Drew monitors his blood glucose and administers exogenous insulin
Role of exercise and insulin resistance
Drew’s experience with the Paleo Diet and how it affected his insulin requirements and carbohydrate tolerance
Drew’s experience with the Keto Diet and how it affected his insulin requirements and carbohydrate tolerance
How a Keto diet can help with blood glucose control but why there is more to consider
Drew’s experience with a low-fat Plant Based diet and how it affected his insulin requirements and carbohydrate tolerance
The mechanisms behind the change in insulin resistance that Drew experienced across these dietary frameworks
Why sugar shouldn’t be blamed for Type 2 Diabetes
Myths and misconceptions about the Keto diet
Importance of keeping healthy carbohydrates like unrefined grains and legumes in the diet
Large population studies and diabetes incidence – what can we learn from these people?
What the Diabetic Association diets are like and why plant-based nutrition for people with insulin resistance/Diabetes isn’t mainstream yet
Stress & Sleep and how they affect insulin resistance
Resources for anyone wanting to understand how to transition to a plant-based diet to reduce insulin resistance and much more.