Mar 07 2025 55 mins 2
🎥 In this episode, Dr. Brian Mowll welcomes back Dr. Ted Naiman for a deep dive into the science of fat loss, blood sugar control, and why your body’s energy balance matters more than ever. They discuss the key principles of satiety, how to structure your diet for metabolic health, and why exercise is the missing link for many struggling with weight loss.
Why Energy Balance Is the Key to Reversing Diabetes
Many people believe type 2 diabetes is just about cutting carbs, but Dr. Naiman breaks down why it’s really an issue of energy toxicity. When your liver, muscles, and fat cells are overloaded, blood sugar rises—and the solution isn’t just about restricting carbs but also improving how your body burns and stores energy.
How to Eat for Satiety and Metabolic Health
Dr. Naiman shares his latest insights on choosing foods that keep you full while lowering your overall calorie intake. He explains why prioritizing protein, fiber, and low-energy-density foods is the best way to improve insulin sensitivity, lose fat, and maintain muscle mass.
The Role of Exercise in Fixing Your Metabolism
Diet alone isn’t enough. Dr. Naiman emphasizes that if you’re struggling to lose weight or keep it off, you’re likely missing the exercise component. He reveals how increasing your energy expenditure through strength training and cardio can make all the difference in appetite control and long-term fat loss.
The Bottom Line
The secret to lasting metabolic health isn’t extreme dieting—it’s about balancing protein, fiber, and energy intake while staying active. This episode unpacks the latest research and practical strategies to help you take control of your blood sugar and body composition.
Key Takeaways
6:42 – Why type 2 diabetes is an energy storage issue
12:15 – The best foods for satiety and fat loss
18:27 – How to balance protein, carbs, and fats for blood sugar control
24:49 – The problem with ultra-processed, high-fat foods
32:10 – The exercise strategies that actually improve insulin sensitivity
38:21 – How to sustain weight loss without metabolic slowdown
Resources:
Website: tednaiman.com/
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@tednaiman
Instagram: www.instagram.com/tednaiman
Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B08124ZVZ6
www.dietdoctor.com/authors/dr-ted-naiman-md
