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Working on Optimal Health at its very Roots #optimalwellness #pcos #insulinresistance

Name: Working on Optimal Health at its very Roots #optimalwellness #pcos #insulinresistance
Uploaded: 2024-05-02T01:24:45+00:00
Duration: 44 s
Channel: Dr Singh, MD
Description: Dr. Singh outlines five nutritional pillars to lower insulin resistance: boost fiber through vegetables and legumes, pair carbs with 25g protein and…

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Dr. Singh outlines five nutritional pillars to lower insulin resistance: boost fiber through vegetables and legumes, pair carbs with 25g protein and healthy fats, eat fermented foods like yogurt and sauerkraut, add resistant starch from cooled potatoes and oats, and get omega-3s from salmon and flaxseeds. He also recommends staying hydrated, skipping artificial sweeteners, and managing stress.

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What can you do to decrease insulin resistance? Number 1, increase fiber in your diet. Eat more fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, legumes, and lentils. Number 2, balance your meals. Combine carbohydrates with proteins and fats to slow down sugar absorption into your bloodstream. Aim for about 25 grams of protein per meal. Eat more fermented foods like yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut to improve your gut health. Include resistant starches in your diet like oats, cold cooked potatoes and green bananas. Include omega-3 in your diet, which is found in stuff like salmon, flaxseeds. Stay hydrated. Avoid artificial sweeteners and control stress.