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Angela is joined by Dr Morgan Nolte, a geriatric physical therapist, to explore the critical topic of insulin resistance and its widespread impact on health.

Dr Nolte shares her journey from traditional physical therapy to focusing on disease prevention, emphasising the importance of understanding insulin's role in blood sugar regulation. She also delves into the differences between insulin resistance, prediabetes, and type 2 diabetes, highlighting the often-overlooked significance of fasting insulin levels.

0:05 – Insulin resistance as a silent threat.
2:55 – Dr. Nolte's transition from geriatric PT to disease prevention.
4:19 – Understanding insulin, glucose, and their roles in the body.
9:39 – The importance of fasting insulin and HOMA-IR testing.
12:09 – Progression from insulin resistance to type 2 diabetes.
16:09 – Early signs of insulin resistance, like skin tags and high BP.
22:43 – Diet strategies: prioritising protein and reducing carbs.
38:42 – Exercise tips: strength training and post-meal walking.
46:46 – Impact of stress and sleep on insulin resistance.
52:15 – Resources: Dr. Nolte's programs, YouTube, and podcast.

Angela is a Nutritionist, Health and Performance Coach. She is also the Founder and CEO of My DNA Edge, an Exclusive Private Membership Site giving individuals the tools and bio hacks needed to optimise their genetic expression for optimal health and performance.

 
Angela believes that we can truly have it all and has spent the last 5 years researching the habits and routines of high performers, uncovering age-old secrets, time-honoured holistic practices and modern science to create a blueprint for Optimal Human Performance.