In the below referenced video, I review and distill Jason Fung, MD's book, The Obesity Code. I summarize his recommendations for treatment of obesity. I discuss common recommendations for weight loss. I point out that newborns, children, and the impoverished are all affected by obesity. I outline some of the carbohydrate cutting recommendations from years past for successful weight loss. I remark about how our recommendations changed when we became focused on fat and cholesterol in the 1950's. I review the US Dietary Guidelines and how the include large amounts of carbohydrates and less fat in the diet. I discuss the short-comings of the "calories in, calories out" recommendations. I discuss the hormonal model of obesity. I discuss the impacts of leptin, insulin, and cortisol on obesity. I discuss fructose. I review insulin resistance and how obesity causes insulin resistance, higher insulin levels, and the vicious cycle. I review how protein also stimulates insulin, even though less than carbohydrates. I discuss some of the protective factors for obesity including fiber and vinegar. I also discuss how intermittent fasting paired with lowering sugar and carbohydrate content can be very powerful in treating obesity. I list some alternate names of sugar on labels.
Here is the link: youtu.be/eT4EOBXQKBE.
I hope this helps you or your loved ones!
Jason Williams, D.O.