#300 - Have your carbs and eat em too with Isaac Pohlman

I’m excited to share that we have our friend Isaac Pohlman back on the podcast! Isaac is a registered dietitian and type 1 diabetic who loves carbs and sugar. 🍞🍭

In this episode, we dive into:

👉 The real reason your metabolism slows down in your 40s

👉 Why cutting carbs and calories isn’t the answer

👉 The importance of balancing blood sugar levels

👉 How stress and lack of sunlight can affect your blood sugar and overall health

👉 The benefits of having more muscle for better carb utilization

Isaac also talks about his upcoming book, "Have Your Carbs and Eat Them Too," which I can’t wait to share with you all! 📚

Whether you're curious about continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) or just want to understand how to manage your blood sugar better, this episode offers valuable insights.

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TIME STAMPS

[00:20] - Discussion about low-carb diets and their effects

[00:47] - Isaac's upcoming book: "Have Your Carbs and Eat Them Too"

[01:29] - Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) explained

[02:18] - Benefits of CGMs for people with diabetes

[02:56] - Marketing of CGMs towards weight loss

[04:05] - Understanding blood sugar fluctuations

[05:02] - Context of blood sugar and other body measurements

[06:01] - Normal blood sugar responses and liver function

[06:33] - How the liver manages excess carbohydrates

[07:59] - Importance of carbohydrates in reducing body stress

[08:20] - Stable blood sugar for energy and mood

[09:06] - Role of thyroid hormones in metabolism

[10:02] - Importance of carbohydrates for thyroid hormone activation

[10:25] - Effects of insufficient carbohydrate intake on body stress and inflammation

[11:01] - Misunderstandings about high blood sugar and carbohydrates

[11:16] - Balancing carbohydrates and blood sugar

[11:52] - Factors affecting the body's ability to process carbs: stress, cortisol, polyunsaturated fats

[12:27] - Common misconceptions about sugar and diabetes

[12:48] - Impact of stress on blood sugar levels

[14:09] - Importance of light and movement for blood sugar management

[15:02] - Muscle as a "sink" for glucose

[16:00] - How muscle improves carbohydrate utilization

[17:52] - Importance of sunlight and vitamin D for insulin sensitivity

[19:00] - Case study: impact of sunlight on a client's blood sugar

[20:05] - Misconceptions about sun exposure and health

[21:01] - The role of polyunsaturated fats in sunburn and skin health

[23:06] - Importance of managing emotional stress for overall health

[24:02] - Balancing work, family, and personal health

[25:26] - Nutritional depletion from multiple pregnancies and stress

[26:12] - "Revenge bedtime" and its impact on blood sugar

[26:56] - Importance of regular meals and front-loading calories