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The Metabolic Classroom with Dr. Ben Bikman

Welcome to The Metabolic Classroom, a nutritionand 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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32:29

The Skinny on Fat: Sex and Fat Metabolism

The Metabolic Classroom with Dr. Ben Bikman ·

2024/03/21

In this episode of the metabolic classroom, Dr. Ben Bikman takes the helm to explore the multifaceted role of fat tissue as an endocrine organ. He begins by challenging the conventional view of fat tissue as merely a storage depot for energy, emphasizing its crucial role in hormone production and regulation.Dr. Bikman introduces the concept of endocrine organs and highlights the often overlooked status of fat tissue as one such organ. He discusses how fat tissue releases hormones into the

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32:03

Aging, and the Life of Fat with Dr. Ben Bikman

The Metabolic Classroom with Dr. Ben Bikman ·

2024/03/13

In this episode of The Metabolic Classroom, Professor Ben Bikman, a biomedical scientist specializing in diabetes, metabolism, and fat tissue, delves deeper into the topic of fat tissue, focusing specifically on its storage locations and the factors influencing them.Dr. Bikman emphasizes the complexity and nuance of fat tissue beyond its commonly recognized role in energy storage, insulation, and cushioning, highlighting its function as an endocrine organ that produces various hormones and

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33:12

Why and Where We Store Fat

The Metabolic Classroom with Dr. Ben Bikman ·

2024/03/07

In this week's episode of the Metabolic Classroom, Dr. Bikman delves into the complexities of fat tissue. The lecture aims to shift perspectives on fat beyond mere energy storage, highlighting its multifaceted roles in the body. Dr. Bikman encourages listeners to not only absorb the information but also become teachers themselves, spreading these insights and implementing practical changes.The lecture begins with an exploration of the evolutionary role of fat, debunking misconceptions and

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44:05

Drugs for Cardiovascular Health with Dr. Ben Bikman

The Metabolic Classroom with Dr. Ben Bikman ·

2024/02/29

In this week's episode of the Metabolic Classroom, Dr. Ben Bikman welcomes viewers to a discussion on commonly used cardiometabolic and weight loss drugs. The focus of this particular lecture is on drugs targeting heart disease, a leading cause of mortality globally. Dr. Bikman acknowledges the controversy surrounding cardiovascular drugs due to the severity of heart disease and the passionate advocacy for drug therapies.The lecture begins with an overview of two main categories of cardiovascular

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38:19

Why Anti-Diabetic Drugs Usually Make Things Worse

The Metabolic Classroom with Dr. Ben Bikman ·

2024/02/22

In today's lecture, Dr. Bikman guides his audience through a comprehensive exploration of anti-diabetic drugs, shedding light on their mechanisms, implications, and the broader context of diabetes management. Kicking off the discussion, Dr. Bikman elucidated the prevalent glucose-centric paradigm in understanding diabetes, emphasizing its limitations, particularly in discerning the nuanced differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes. He underscored the pivotal role of insulin deficiency in type 1

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33:19

What is GLP-1, What Does It Do, and Where Does It...

The Metabolic Classroom with Dr. Ben Bikman ·

2024/02/14

In today's episode of The Metabolic Classroom, Dr. Ben Bikman delves into the fascinating topic of GLP-1, a hormone of significant interest in metabolic research. Dr. Bikman sets the stage by expanding the discussion beyond GLP-1 to include other incretions, defining them as a class of hormones produced by the small intestine. These hormones play crucial roles in nutrient metabolism, satiety, and hunger regulation.The discovery of incretions stemmed from observations following gastric bypass

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32:15

Weight Loss Drugs

The Metabolic Classroom with Dr. Ben Bikman ·

2024/02/08

Beginning with a discussion on the evolution of these medications, Dr. Bikman emphasizes their significance in combating obesity-related health issues. He proceeds to analyze the mechanisms of popular weight loss drugs, such as Orlistat, Phentermine, and the combination of Phentermine with Topiramate, elucidating how each functions to aid weight loss.While highlighting the benefits, Dr. Bikman doesn’t shy away from detailing the potential side effects, ensuring a comprehensive understanding for the

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33:08

How to Measure and Fix Insulin Resistance

The Metabolic Classroom with Dr. Ben Bikman ·

2024/02/02

In today's Metabolic Classroom, the discussion centers on addressing insulin resistance, marking the final part of a series that viewers are encouraged to catch up on if they haven't already. Previous episodes have delved into the nature, origins, and implications of insulin resistance, highlighting its association with various diseases. Despite the somber tone of these revelations, the current discussion offers a ray of hope by focusing on solutions to this pervasive issue, emphasizing its

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37:29

Why Does Insulin Resistance Matter?

The Metabolic Classroom with Dr. Ben Bikman ·

2024/01/25

The focus of Dr. Bikman’s Metabolic Classroom today is to help us all better understand, “Why does insulin resistance matter?”This week's Metabolic Classroom with Dr. Bikman delves into insulin resistance and its impact on health. Insulin resistance, involving impaired insulin function and elevated blood insulin levels, is explored as a key factor in chronic diseases. Dr. Bikman focuses on its crucial role in connecting obesity and type two diabetes, examining its effects on muscle tissue, the

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31:33

Where Does Insulin Resistance Come From?

The Metabolic Classroom with Dr. Ben Bikman ·

2024/01/22

The focus of the classroom today is to help you better understand the origins of insulin resistance.Learn more at: Insulin IQ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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31:28

Insulin Resistance and Metabolic Syndrome

The Metabolic Classroom with Dr. Ben Bikman ·

2024/01/14

The title for today is focusing on Insulin Resistance in the Metabolic Syndrome, and I could describe that another way, which is just kind of understanding metabolic health and that’s at the heart of what I wanted to focus on for the time that we have during the lesson itself.Alright, so first of all, metabolic health. We’ve all heard the term metabolism a lot. It is a buzzword, it is a word that we hear perhaps too often and even to the point that it’s often misused.Metabolism, just to be very

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51:53

Leaky Gut and Nutrition

The Metabolic Classroom with Dr. Ben Bikman ·

2021/08/13

Many people today are wary of discussions about leaky gut because there are so many questionable cures being sold without scientific evidence to support them. Let's talk about exactly what leaky gut is and how it's affected by what we eat.Here are the resources that Ben references during the episode:Source #1 -https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18000291/Source #2 -https://aasldpubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1002/hep.30652Source #3 -https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6412740/Source

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46:52

Low Carb Eating and Kidney Health

The Metabolic Classroom with Dr. Ben Bikman ·

2021/08/13

One of the most persistent oppositions to a low carb diet is the idea that it can damage the kidneys. Let's dive into what the data really shows.Here is the resource that Ben references during the episode:Source #1 -https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30383278/Source #2 -https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27346534/Learn more at Insulin IQ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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50:31

Can a Low-Carb Diet Cause Insulin Resistance?

The Metabolic Classroom with Dr. Ben Bikman ·

2021/07/16

Many people claim that eating low-carb can actually make you insulin resistant. How can this be? The answer lies in the key difference between two types of insulin resistance; pathological versus physiological. Let's discuss what's really happening.Here is the resource that Ben references during the episode:Source #1 -https://academic.oup.com/jes/article/5/5/bvab049/6199842?login=trueLearn more at Insulin IQ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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53:51

Insulin Resistance & Women’s Reproductive Health

The Metabolic Classroom with Dr. Ben Bikman ·

2021/07/02

It’s estimated that up to 12% of women in the US are affected by fertility problems directly caused by insulin resistance. Join Dr. Ben Bikman, the Insulin IQ team, and special guest Dr. Steven Cowles, OBGYN, for a conversation on how insulin control is giving women hope to have the family they want.Here is the resource that Ben references during the episode:Source #1 -https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26225266/Learn more at Insulin IQ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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53:33

Caffeine, Insulin & Metabolism

The Metabolic Classroom with Dr. Ben Bikman ·

2021/07/02

Here are the resources that Ben references during the episode:Study #1 - https://care.diabetesjournals.org/content/25/2/364.shortLearn more at Insulin IQ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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40:07

The "Healthy" Whole Grain Question

The Metabolic Classroom with Dr. Ben Bikman ·

2021/06/18

For our entire lives we’ve always heard that “healthy whole grains are an essential part of a balanced diet.” In light of what we now know about nutrition and insulin, does that statement hold up? Join Dr. Bikman and the Insulin IQ team for a conversation about the evidence.Here are the resources that Ben references during the episode:Study #1 -https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/0002934387900581?via%3DihubStudy #2

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29:53

Diving Into Diabetes Drugs

The Metabolic Classroom with Dr. Ben Bikman ·

2021/06/11

Some of the most common diabetes drugs work in interesting ways. Let’s talk about some of the most common: SGLT inhibitors and GLP-1 receptor agonists.Here are the resources that Ben references during the episode:Study #1 -https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24917578/Study #2 -https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30240793/Study #3 -https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32827151/Learn more at Insulin IQ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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58:13

The Truth About Cholesterol

The Metabolic Classroom with Dr. Ben Bikman ·

2021/06/04

“Good” cholesterol? “Bad” cholesterol? Decades of unclear and misinterpreted science have led to widespread misunderstanding of this vital component of every cell in our bodies. Join Dr. Ben Bikman, special guest Dr. Bret Scher, and the Insulin IQ team as we distill down what you need to know about cholesterol.Learn more at Insulin IQ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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50:11

Diving Deep Into Diabetes

The Metabolic Classroom with Dr. Ben Bikman ·

2021/05/28

Despite sharing a name, type 1 and type 2 diabetes have surprisingly little in common. Let’s explore what they have in common and their many differences.Here are the resources that Ben references during the episode:Study #1 -https://www.endocrinology.org/endocrinologist/129-autumn18/features/endogenous-insulin-its-role-in-the-initiation-progression-and-management-of-diabetesLearn more at Insulin IQ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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