Insulin Resistance Exposed: The Hidden Cause Behind Modern Chronic Illnesses

Welcome back to The Metabolic Rebellion! In this episode, hosts Kevin Bury and Dr. Brent Brotzman are throwing down the gauntlet on one of the biggest health crises you might not even know you’re battling: Insulin Resistance. This isn’t just about blood sugar - it’s the real pandemic driving obesity, type 2 diabetes, Alzheimer’s, heart disease, and so many other chronic conditions affecting a staggering 93% of Americans.

Together, Kevin Bury and Dr. Brent Brotzman dig deep into what insulin resistance actually is, why outdated diet advice like “eat less and move more” has never worked, and how misinformation from the food and pharmaceutical industries keeps us sick. You’ll hear them explain why even “healthy” choices like diet soda or sports drinks can still sabotage your metabolism, and how our modern diets have left our 2-million-year-old pancreases totally unequipped to handle an endless barrage of sugar-laden foods.

If you’re tired of one-size-fits-all weight loss approaches that don’t address the root cause, this foundational conversation is for you. Get ready to learn why prevention is overlooked, how to spot metabolic dysfunction early, and the first steps you can take to start a true metabolic rebellion in your own life.

Timestamps:

00:00 "Frustrations Over Beverage Restrictions"

05:02 "Sugar Beverages Damage Health"

07:28 "Pancreas vs. Modern Diets"

13:03 "Insulin Resistance and Type 2 Diabetes"

14:33 "Ancestral Diet and Metabolic Health"

18:50 Sugar Intake and Health Risks

21:54 Obesity, Insulin, and Cancer Connection

26:00 "Brain Health Tied to Insulin"

26:43 Ketones and Brain Aging Prevention

30:31 "Challenging the Calories In/Out Myth"

35:15 "Caloric Restriction's Long-Term Failure"

36:51 "Debunking Myths: Lower Insulin Now"

41:06 Foundational Nutrition & Upcoming Topics

43:14 "Understanding Physiology for Weight Control"

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“Disclaimer: Informational only. Not medical advice. Consult your doctor for guidance.”