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The Mike Fave Podcast
Hosted by Mike Fave · EN
On this podcast we help you to make sense of the online health chaos, while answering your individual health questions along the way.
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How to Reverse Insulin Resistance With Carbs
2w ago01:39:28Tap to summarizePro-Metabolic Food Guide & Calculator: https://mikefave.com/060826/FREE-CALCULATOR-GUIDE Work With Me: https://mikefave.com/060826/COACHING 0:00 Why blood sugar advice to cut carbs is misguided 0:18 What insulin resistance actually is 5:28 Pro-metabolic vs. low-carb views on insulin resistance 12:17 Labs and CGM markers to test insulin resistance 17:20 Physiological vs. pathological insulin resistance 32:55 Two-phase framework to reverse insulin resistance 50:40 Choosing the right carb sources and amounts 1:02:39 The Randall cycle: eating carbs and fat together 1:07:52 Structuring exercise to improve insulin sensitivity 1:19:24 Supplements, medications, and reversal timeline Disclaimer: This video is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical, nursing, or healthcare advice, nor does it establish a doctor-patient relationship. The use of this information is at the user’s own risk and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not delay seeking medical advice and should consult a qualified healthcare provider before making any dietary, lifestyle, or medical changes. The views expressed are for educational discussion and do not constitute medical treatment or diagnosis.
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Why Low Carb Doesn't Fix Blood Sugar
Jun 2400:32:18Tap to summarizePro-Metabolic Food Guide & Calculator: https://mikefave.com/062326/FREE-CALCULATOR-GUIDEWork With Me: https://mikefave.com/062326/COACHING 0:00 Why blood sugar is high: mitochondrial dysfunction, not carbs1:50 Pro-metabolic vs. low-carb perspective on insulin resistance4:29 The real goal: restoring mitochondrial function, not cutting carbs6:04 What true insulin resistance reversal looks like7:06 Phase 1: Taking pressure off the engine9:14 Choosing the right carb sources11:28 Meal structure and food ordering for blood sugar control14:03 Micronutrients that support insulin sensitivity18:35 Sleep and circadian rhythm19:32 Phase 2: Fixing the engine — losing body fat and exercising24:05 Clearing liver fat and addressing hormonal dysfunctionDisclaimer: This video is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical, nursing, or healthcare advice, nor does it establish a doctor-patient relationship. The use of this information is at the user’s own risk and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not delay seeking medical advice and should consult a qualified healthcare provider before making any dietary, lifestyle, or medical changes. The views expressed are for educational discussion and do not constitute medical treatment or diagnosis.
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From Carnivore to 350g of Sugar at 61y/o — Labs RESULTS (Before vs. After)
Jun 2400:15:15Tap to summarizePro-Metabolic Food Guide & Calculator: https://mikefave.com/050926/FREE-CALCULATOR-GUIDEWork With Me: https://mikefave.com/050926/COACHING 0:00 Andrew's background1:02 Lifestyle interventions Andrew had already tried1:49 Comparing carnivore vs. pro-metabolic diet setup3:18 Macro breakdown4:39 Pre-diet labs: ApoB, LDL, and triglycerides6:49 Thyroid function and iron overload on carnivore8:51 How diet, thyroid, and iron combine to worsen cardiovascular risk9:39 Lab results after switching to pro-metabolic diet12:27 Andrew's outcomes and disease trajectory change Disclaimer: This video is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical, nursing, or healthcare advice, nor does it establish a doctor-patient relationship. The use of this information is at the user’s own risk and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not delay seeking medical advice and should consult a qualified healthcare provider before making any dietary, lifestyle, or medical changes. The views expressed are for educational discussion and do not constitute medical treatment or diagnosis.
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Postmenopausal Weight Gain & Fatigue — Her Labs Explain Why
Jun 2400:25:48Tap to summarizehttps://mikefave.com/050126/FREE-CALCULATOR-GUIDE https://mikefave.com/050126/COACHING00:00 Introduction03:12 Problem 1: Suppressed Hormones04:49 Problem 2: Thyroid Function05:44 Problem 3: Early Signs of Metabolic Dysfunction08:45 Problem 4:11:30 Problem 5: Kidney Issues14:21 What Happens If You Don’t Make These Changes15:13 - Importance of getting professional support15:36 Step 3 – Dial In Diet17:01 Step 3 – Replete Micronutrients18:32 Step 3 – Support Liver Function19:34 Step 4 – Support Kidney Function20:41 Step 5 – Support Hormonal Function21:37 Step 6 – Sleep Health22:36 Step 8 – Build a Targeted Workout Routine to Increase Lean Mass
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5 Pro-Metabolic Strategies to Eat Sugar Without Destroying Your Teeth
Apr 2800:25:38Tap to summarizePro-Metabolic Food Guide & Calculator: https://mikefave.com/orob042526/FREE-CALCULATOR-GUIDE Work With Me: https://mikefave.com/042526/COACHING0:00 Sugar doesn't cause cavities — your oral environment does0:40 The remineralization vs demineralization tug-of-war explained2:10 Overview of the 4 key strategies3:21 Strategy 1: Vitamins & minerals for remineralization (D3, K2, calcium, magnesium)8:09 Strategy 2: Optimizing the oral microbiome11:06 Why alcohol-based mouthwash hurts more than it helps12:31 Oral probiotics and beneficial bacterial strains15:22 Strategy 3: Meal structure and carbohydrate timing20:00 Strategy 4: Gum health — nutrients and supplementationDisclaimer: This video is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical, nursing, or healthcare advice, nor does it establish a doctor-patient relationship. The use of this information is at the user’s own risk and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not delay seeking medical advice and should consult a qualified healthcare provider before making any dietary, lifestyle, or medical changes. The views expressed are for educational discussion and do not constitute medical treatment or diagnosis.
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How To Build a Pro-Metabolic Diet (That Actually Works)
Apr 600:30:20Tap to summarizePro-Metabolic Food Guide & Calculator: https://mikefave.com/040426/FREE-CALCULATOR-GUIDEWork With Me: https://mikefave.com/040426/COACHING0:00 Why every diet eventually stops working1:01 Step 1: Calories — how to estimate your needs2:35 Setting your goal: fat loss, maintenance, or muscle gain3:29 What happens when deficits are too aggressive or too small5:30 Step 2: Macronutrients — protein, carbs, and fat targets11:34 Step 3: Meal structure — the four components of every meal12:40 Step 4: Meal timing — spacing, overnight fasting, and why it matters19:48 Step 5: Food selection — fats, proteins, carbs, and what to avoid25:17 Step 6: Food quality — how to navigate it without going all or nothing28:55 Bonus Step 7: MicronutrientsDisclaimer: This video is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical, nursing, or healthcare advice, nor does it establish a doctor-patient relationship. The use of this information is at the user’s own risk and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not delay seeking medical advice and should consult a qualified healthcare provider before making any dietary, lifestyle, or medical changes. The views expressed are for educational discussion and do not constitute medical treatment or diagnosis.
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Fasting Tanked Her Thyroid - How Kelsey Lost 8lbs & Dropped Antibodies with a Pro-Metabolic Approach
Mar 2700:20:56Tap to summarizePro-Metabolic Food Guide & Calculator: https://mikefave.com/032726/FREE-CALCULATOR-GUIDEWork With Me: https://mikefave.com/032726/COACHING0:00 Introduction: Kelsey's symptoms and what changed0:34 Kelsey describes her daily struggles before starting2:47 What she had already tried (fasting, keto, carnivore, bioenergetics)6:10 Breaking down her initial lab results7:54 What felt different about the process10:03 The step-by-step approach: diet, micros, thyroid, hormones, training11:34 First thing that changed: resolving digestive issues12:28 The biggest surprise: body composition results14:09 What a normal day looks and feels like now16:29 Lab results: antibodies, insulin, lipids, and more18:54 Who this approach is best suited forDisclaimer: This video is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical, nursing, or healthcare advice, nor does it establish a doctor-patient relationship. The use of this information is at the user’s own risk and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not delay seeking medical advice and should consult a qualified healthcare provider before making any dietary, lifestyle, or medical changes. The views expressed are for educational discussion and do not constitute medical treatment or diagnosis.
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The 5 Pro-Metabolic Strategies I Use to Restore Thyroid Function
Mar 2300:31:18Tap to summarizePro-Metabolic Food Guide & Calculator: https://mikefave.com/032026/FREE-CALCULATOR-GUIDE Work With Me: https://mikefave.com/032026/COACHING 0:00 The problem with standard thyroid testing0:48 The 4 key drivers of thyroid and metabolic dysfunction7:11 Step 1: Establish a baseline13:58 Step 2: Restore energy availability17:56 Step 3: Cover micronutrients22:20 Step 4: Take pressure off the system26:37 Step 5: Monitor, retest, and adjust30:09 When additional medical support is needed Disclaimer: This video is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical, nursing, or healthcare advice, nor does it establish a doctor-patient relationship. The use of this information is at the user’s own risk and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not delay seeking medical advice and should consult a qualified healthcare provider before making any dietary, lifestyle, or medical changes. The views expressed are for educational discussion and do not constitute medical treatment or diagnosis.
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What Dr. Ben Bikman, Judy Cho, Dr. Ken Berry & Dr. Cywes Keep Getting Wrong About Blood Sugar
Jan 1601:54:08Tap to summarizePro-metabolic Food Guide: https://mikefave.com/011526/FREE-CALCULATOR-GUIDE Coaching: https://mikefave.com/011526/COACHING 0:00 Rising fasting glucose & A1C on low-carb/carnivore diets 3:30 Dr. Ben Bickman's theory on hemoglobin A1C and red blood cell lifespan 14:30 Bickman & Judy Cho discuss fasting glucose on carnivore diet 17:40 Ideal fasting blood glucose ranges (research data) 26:00 Bickman's protein sensitivity theory vs. gluconeogenesis explanation 35:30 The red blood cell lifespan theory examined 44:00 Research findings: RBC lifespan impact on A1C 49:00 Dr. Shawn Baker's lab results after 15 months carnivore (case study) 57:00 Judy Cho on A1C, red blood cells, and plant-based dieters 1:09:00 Blood glucose numbers on carnivore - what's problematic? 1:14:08 Judy Cho asks, "Why eat sugar to lower blood sugar?" 1:28:00 Dr. Cywes says "Excessive healing causes harm" 1:41:00 Insulin suppression and gluconeogenesis discussion 1:47:00 Clinical signs: Rising A1C, BUN, declining T3, testosterone issues 1:51:00 Closing thoughts - Understanding downsides of dietary approaches Sources: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00125-008-1246-y https://doi.org/10.1016/S0140-6736(10)60484-9 https://doi.org/10.2337/dc12-1577 https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms17122093 https://doi.org/10.1152/ajpendo.00093.2009 https://doi.org/10.1007/s00394-015-1108-6 https://doi.org/10.3389/fphys.2017.00428 https://doi.org/10.1139/o76-082 https://doi.org/10.1038/onc.2009.160 https://doi.org/10.1210/jcem.85.5.6573 https://doi.org/10.3945/ajcn.2009.27834 https://doi.org/10.3390/jpm12101738 https://doi.org/10.1159/000342232 https://doi.org/10.1016/S0008-6363(96)00245-3 https://doi.org/10.1038/s41374-018-0038-3 https://doi.org/10.3978/j.issn.2072-1439.2015.10.04
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4 Key Reasons Dr. Ray Peat Recommends Sugar
Dec 2601:47:42Tap to summarizePro-Metabolic Food Guide & Calculator: https://mikefave.com/122625/FREE-CALCULATOR-GUIDE Work With Me: https://mikefave.com/122625/COACHING 01:14 - “Energy and structure are interdependent at every level” - Ray Peat, PhD 03:22 - Why glucose is the optimal fuel 05:51 - Ray Peat’s logical framework vs low-carb assumptions 08:21 - Why bioenergetics explains dietary paradoxes 10:27 - Ray Peat Quote on Sugar & Oxidative metabolism 14:42 - Benefits of CO₂ 22:15 - Sugar’s support for oxidative metabolism 26:34: Ray Peat Clip on: Sugar and the thyroid: T4 → T3 conversion 42:15 - Dr. Ray Peat Clips on Sugar Lowering Stress 45:30 - What happens when your blood sugar drops 50:18 - What are the roles of the stress hormones? 53:57 - Transient rise in cortisol on low-carb? 59:17 - High protein and cortisol 1:01:32 - Is glucagon a stress hormone? 1:06:19 - Dr. Ray Peat on anti-inflammatory effects on insulin & sugar 01:19:02 - Why high insulin isn’t the goal 01:22:13 - Hypoglycemia is directly inflammatory 01:23:05 - Hypoglycemia increases clotting and vascular inflammation 01:28:14 - Dr. Ray Peat on the ideal sources of sugar 01:31:30 - Potassium depletion reduces insulin action 01:34:45 - Diuretics, ARBs, potassium retention, and insulin sensitivity 01:36:58 - Calcium’s anti-obesity and metabolic effects 01:39:08 - Why Dr Ray Peat paired dairy + fruit 01:42:00 - Ideal potassium, sodium, calcium, magnesium targets 01:43:23 - Why Ray Peat’s work gets misrepresented & honoring Ray Peat’s legacyRay Peat Sources 1. Ray Peat – Glycemia, starch, and sugar in context https://raypeat.com/articles/articles/glycemia.shtml 2. Ray Peat YouTube clips cited throughout: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jQw1SJ3UFww https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=buJpzZJoGsg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bxnO0PzBdtQ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pWEwav6x8Bg Ray Peat Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@RayPeatClipsSources: In YouTube Description- https://youtu.be/1Cap9NmjLpM
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