Apr 09 2024 47 mins
Think you don't need to worry about your blood sugar? It's time to reconsider. A shocking 1 in 3 adults over age 20 have prediabetes, an early warning sign that there's too much sugar in the blood. What's more, nearly 80% of people are unaware they have the silent precursor to type 2 diabetes. In this episode, we discuss the factors that put you at greatest risk and the steps to take when it comes to managing blood sugar and preventing diabetes.
Expert: Dr. Archana Sadhu, Endocrinologist
Interviewer: Katie McCallum
Notable topics covered:
- What is blood sugar, what is prediabetes and when do you need to worry about it?
- All about glucose regulation, insulin resistance and how type 2 diabetes develops
- Why you should eat fruit rather than drink fruit juice
- When and how often should we be getting our blood sugar checked?
- The factors that increase the risk of prediabetes and warrant earlier screening
- Dr. Sadhu's three keys to maintaining healthy blood sugar levels
- We used to be hunters and gatherers, now we're processed food eaters
- Simple vs. complex carbs: How each affects blood sugar
- Continuous glucose monitors: Should someone without diabetes consider wearing one of these devices?
- Diabetes prevention in a bottle? What you should know about blood sugar supplements
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