About The Guest(s): Dr. Christian Middelthon is a licensed chiropractor and National Board certified health and wellness coach. He is the founder of Viking Health, a weight loss and wellness program that focuses on science-based and research-driven services.
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Summary: In this episode of the Viking Health Podcast, Dr. Christian Middelthon discusses the connection between excessive sugar consumption and inflammation in the body. He explains how high levels of sugar and insulin can lead to chronic inflammation, which is linked to various chronic diseases such as heart disease, Alzheimer's, diabetes, and cancer. Dr. M also emphasizes the importance of maintaining insulin sensitivity and provides insights into the diets of indigenous tribes that promote good health and longevity.
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Key Takeaways:
- Excessive sugar consumption and high insulin levels can lead to chronic inflammation, which is associated with various chronic diseases.
- Insulin resistance, caused by prolonged high insulin levels, can lead to pre-diabetes and eventually type 2 diabetes.
- Indigenous tribes that follow a natural diet consisting of whole foods and low glycemic index foods have lower rates of chronic diseases.
- Cutting out added sugar and minimizing natural sugar intake can lead to numerous health benefits, including weight loss, increased energy, improved digestion, and reduced joint and muscle pain.
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Quotes:
- "When you consume excessive amounts of added sugar, it causes you to produce more insulin and chronic high levels of circulating insulin and high blood sugar levels are associated with inflammation." - Dr. Christian Middelthon
- "High levels of inflammation on a chronic basis can cause changes to your cells, including changes to the DNA, which is linked to cancer." - Middelthon
- "Cut out added sugar and minimize it. Eat in a way that you need to use the least amount of insulin over a lifespan and you will be healthier." - Middelthon

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