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The Metabolic Classroom with Dr. Ben Bikman

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Welcome to The Metabolic Classroom, a nutrition and lifestyle podcast focused on metabolism, which is how our bodies use energy, and the truth behind why we get sick and fat. Every week, Dr. Ben Bikman shares valuable insights that you can apply in your own life and share with friends and loved ones. The Metabolic Classroom is brought to you by BenBikman.com and InsulinIQ.com . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Contribution of Insulin Resistance to Male Infertility and Hormone Problems 09.03.2021 22:17

Metabolic disorders are a chief cause of female infertility. But what you may not now is that they also lead to male infertility. This week Dr. Ben Bikman and the Insulin IQ Team discuss why even young men need to be aware of how their reproductive health is affected by insulin resistance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do Low-Carb Diets Spike Cortisol and Reduce Muscle Mass? 05.03.2021 19:05

Do low-carb diets spike cortisol and reduce muscle mass? The stress hormone cortisol is not something we want elevated for very long. If you've heard that a low-carb diet spikes cortisol levels, you may be concerned. This week Dr. Ben Bikman and the Insulin IQ team dive into a couple of studies on this important topic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thyroid Hormone Effects on Insulin Receptors on Fat Cells 02.03.2021 20:57

At Insulin IQ, we get lots of questions from our clients and students about low-carb, high-fat eating and the thyroid. In this episode of Dr. Bikman’s Metabolic Classroom, Ben discusses this topic with a couple of our Insulin IQ team members. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Low-Fat vs. Low-Carb Diets Depending on Insulin Resistance Status 26.02.2021 17:00

There is so much debate regarding the best diet. This is a preview of a study that explored the efficacy of a low-fat vs. low-carb diet in people depending on their insulin resistance status. A simple takeaway: anyone can lose weight on a low-carb diet, but only insulin-sensitive people will lose weight on a low-fat diet. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Discussion of JAMA Research Showing No Intermittent Fasting Benefits 23.02.2021 20:07

Our friend, Dr. Bret Scher, MD  writes ,  “A new study, published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), shows no benefit from intermittent fasting. But, after taking a close look, it’s revealed that we should be cautious about how we interpret this conclusion.” During our Insulin IQ LIVE stream on Monday, October 5, 2020 Dr. Ben Bikman shares his thoughts on the JAMA...

Welcome to The Metabolic Classroom 16.02.2021 4:44

There is hope for freedom from chronic disease, and the solution may be simpler than you think. Join us on this journey of changing the world’s health through the message of metabolism and insulin resistance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.