Body Signals, The Glucose Podcast

On this episode, we address: The importance of balancing micronutrients for blood sugar control and weight loss How to address a sweet-tooth, including a mini-therapy session for your truly The difference between food allergies, sensitivities and tolerances Plus as an added bonus Alyssa and I will take Jenny through a lightening round of thumbs up/thumbs down on the latest TikTok weight loss trend...

On this episode we’ll be talking about: How Jenny assesses the nutritional and lifestyle needs of her clients The challenge of keeping on your weight loss journey while traveling Why strength training is vitally important to wellness and weight loss Time restricted eating, habit stacking, self kindness and Jenny’s own insights from Signos. This episode is filled with valuable tips to further your...

In this episode, Bill interviews Dr. Amy Shah about her book I'm So Eff'ing Tired .  Dr. Shah provides valuable insight into how to bring more energy into your life. We talk about: the most important factor in eliminating fatigue why process foods make you tired the role hormones play in your energy level, and why your specific fasting routing varies for men and women  We'll also ta...

In this episode, Bill and Estelle interview James Newbury, the fifth fittest man in the world and Australia's fittest man four years running.  James will talk about his transition from semi-professional rugby to competing in the World Cross-fit Games, how he overcame a serious mountain biking accident to run an Ironman race five weeks later.  James will also provide detailed insight into his...

Bill, Estelle and Signos staff dietician Alyssa Wilson discuss some of our favorite staff experiments at Signos. Learn about some fascinating glucose hacks and how they work.  In this episode we cover Berberine Apple Cider Vinegar Dim Light During Sleep Food Temperature Resistant Starch Don't miss this episode, and if you're a Signos Member, we look forward to seeing the results of your...

Exploring glucose from a female perspective: with co-host Estelle Lampela, in this episode we speak with OB/Gyn Dr. Mary Parman about the role glucose plays in the female reproductive system. The discussion includes topics like: The relationship between PCOS and glucose Why hormonal changes can cause changes in glucose levels Perimenopause and how monitoring glucose using a CGM can aid in weight m...

In this episode Bill and Dr. Dixon address more AMA questions including: Why does my glucose spike at night and is that detrimental to my weight loss? Why do I experience multiple spikes from a single meal?  What’s about these new Semiglutide Drugs I’ve been reading about? Which is worse, high stable glucose or high glucose spikes?   Can pain cause glucose spikes? This and more on this fascinating...

On this episode, we take Signos member's questions including: Why do I spike when I have monk fruit, stevia or other sugar substitutes? What is carb cycling and is it good for you? The difference between good and bad glucose spikes What's the optimal strategy for glucose levels, spikes and losing weight.  This and more on this fascinating episode.

In this episode, Bill takes us behind the scenes on his own weight loss journey to discuss why he decided to add weight lifting into his fitness plan..  Bill will chat with Lift Society co-founders Dave and Dylan about their own fitness story as  well as discussing some great tips on: How to get started in weight lifting  What are the important nutritional considerations Mixing cardio and weight l...

In this episode, Nicole and Bill discuss the intersection between CrossFit and nutrition. Nicole will review her holistic approach to helping her clients achieve, fitness, wellness and avoid chronic disease through changes in diet, sleep, stress management and lifestyle choices. 

In this episode Dr. Moday gives us a fascinating tour of  our immune system.  We talk about inflammation as well as discuss some tips as to how you can best support your immunity through better sleep, stress management, and by keeping your blood sugar under control. 

Bill Tancer interviews Dr. Richard Johnson about his new book Nature Wants Us to Be Fat, just released in February 2022.  Dr. Johnson, using fascinating examples in nature and his own research studies  explains how fructose plays a key role in our body's storage of fat. Bill and Doctor Johnson discuss: The basics of sugars and the role they play in weight gain How fructose can impair our own...

Bill Tancer interviews Robb Wolf,  Bestselling author of The Paleo Solution and Wired to Eat . Robb provides an excellent primer in how we digest food, laying the perfect foundation for how you can use glucose data to find the most efficient path towards good health. Bill and Robb talk about personalized nutrition, the importance of electrolytes, and a seven day test you can take to find the best...

Signos staff food experiment alert! Fun with apples and glucose data. With over 20,000 varieties of apples, we didn't test them all BUT we did find very different glycemic responses by apple variety and by individual. Listen in as Hannah and Bill do a deep-dive on apples and the hidden weight loss benefits of doing glycemic food experiments.

Bill interviews Taylor Fazio, Wellness Advisor and registered dietitian for Signos Partner, The Lanby. On this episode, Bill and Taylor unravel the topic of insulin resistance, talk about the multifactorial issues around glucose levels and how sleep, mindfulness and exercise can play an important role in your 2022 wellness plan.

Bill Tancer interviews Dr. Erika Holiday, a licensed clinical and forensic psychologist (and also his wife!). Through Bill's own self described obsession with cookies, Dr. Holiday provides some advice on stopping negative self-talk, practicing mindful eating, as well as replacing maladaptive eating behaviors with activities that will help with weight loss. 

Bill interviews author and hit podcast host Melanie Avalon (Bio-hacking with Melanie Avalon). On this episode, Bill and Melanie  dig into her approach to bio-hacking, intermittent fasting and Melanie's book What, When, Wine.  From cryotherapy to blue-blocking glasses, to losing weight with a glass of wine, this is a fascinating episode you don't want to miss.a

Bill and Jodi discuss the top four quick tips on using Signos in your weight loss journey: Food Selection. Whether you're reverse engineering a spike or testing the impact of a new food, CGMs can be an invaluable resource in finding your sweet spot. Limit Stress: How stress can increase your glucose and how your CGM might give you insight into stressful parts of your day Fiber: Learn the diff...

Bill and Hannah discuss their experience conducting food experiments to find the most efficient and personalized path for weight loss. In this episode, Hannah reveals six key food experiments you can conduct with Signos to find your glucose "sweet" spot:  Eating Slower Apple Cider Vinegar before Meals Food Swaps Meal/Food Combinations Exercise After Eating Time of Day We also discuss how...

Our first official Ask Me Anything with Dr. William Dixon. We'll address questions that our Signos members have submitted like:  What are normal glucose levels and how does fasting affect your glucose? How do you use glucose data to lose weight and are all spikes bad? What is insulin resistance and can you explain this to me like I'm five years old? What's the difference between the...

Bill Tancer interviews Nir Eyal, Bestselling author of Hooked and Indistractable . If you've ever struggled with keeping your focus on weight loss and avoiding distractions like unhealthy snacks or over-eating this episode is for you. Nir and Bill discuss the triggers that distract us from losing weight, the power of time-blocking your meals and setting your mindset to achieve your weight los...

In today's episode we sit down with Michael Mansour, the founder of a fresh-spice food company to discuss how you can add flavor to your food while losing weight in the process. In this episode we discuss barbecue,  the medicinal benefits of spices like cinnamon and turmeric, the difference between coumarin, cumin and curcumin and some great ideas on how you can add some extra flavor to your...

With glucose, being forewarned is forearmed, giving you a tactical advantage in how you approach what you eat. Host Bill Tancer chats with Signos Chief Marketing Office Hannah Russin to discuss how individual responses to foods differ, and how monitoring your glucose graph empowers you to "choose your own adventure," when it comes to food and exercise.  

Host Bill Tancer chats with Signos Co-Founder Dr. William Dixon. On this episode, Dr. Dixon discusses experimenting with apple cider vinegar (ACV) to lower post-meal blood sugar, the research behind this curious dressing, and how ACV might work to lower our glycemic response to carbs. Learn how we can test and incorporate vinegars into our diet as a step in our weight loss journey.

Host Bill Tancer chats with Jodi Geigle, nutritionist and Director of Customer Experience at Signos. Uncover the benefits of functional nutrition, the pitfalls of labeling foods good and bad, and learn how taking a  holistic approach can supercharge healthy weight loss. Bonus: Pro tips for snacking between meals in a healthful way.