I'm feeling an urge to shift my content in a new direction. I'm not giving up on discussing metabolism since that's a topic that is still very close to my heart, but at the age of 52 and after digging deep into insulin resistance for well over a decade, I'm sensing a different pull. 

In this episode I discuss my internal transformation and how you too might have a different voice inside that is longing for a new direction. 

This episode takes a fresh look at the 3 fundamental molecular root causes of insulin resistance using some familiar storylines from prior episodes combined with some new story hooks to help you understand the science of insulin resistance. We cover the following:

• Quick review of insulin mechanism of action
• Summarizing the 3 root causes or what I call "-emias" of insulin resistance
• The inflammation-insulin resistance link explained using a busy ER analogy
• Using lifestyle changes to manage the 3 root causes

This episode digs deep into protein and more specifically amino acids (protein building blocks) and their role in metabolism, weight control, insulin resistance, and overall health. We cover some of the following:

• Quick overview of mitochondrial metabolism
• Introducing protein and amino acids
• The role of amino acids in energy production
• Fasting and ketosis
• Can excess protein intake lead to fat/weight gain?
• The link between amino acids and insulin resistance