Losing 35 Pounds Nearly Destroyed His Body, How Dr. Andrew Koutnik Fought Through Childhood Obesity and Became A Leading Expert in Nutrition, Exercise, and Metabolic Health

The Gabby Reece Show

Gabbyinterviews Dr. Andrew Kutnick, who shares his personal journey from obesity to being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. He discusses the powerful role of insulin in metabolism and how his experiences shaped his understanding of health and fitness. The conversation delves into the emotional challenges of living with a chronic condition, the importance of accountability in weight loss, and the insights gained from managing diabetes that can benefit overall health and performance. In this conversation, Gabby Reece discusses her journey with dietary changes, focusing on the impact of a low-carb diet on her strength and overall health. She shares insights into metabolic health, the importance of family health practices, and the challenges of managing type 1 diabetes.

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Chapters

00:00 The Power of Insulin: A Personal Journey

02:12 Overcoming Obesity: The Path to Metabolic Health

08:26 The Diagnosis: Understanding Type 1 Diabetes

16:12 Navigating Life with Type 1 Diabetes

24:54 The Emotional Impact of a Chronic Condition

32:21 Leveraging Knowledge: From Personal Experience to Research

41:58 The Journey to Dietary Change

44:15 Metabolic Health Insights

48:29 Family Health Practices

52:15 Understanding Type 1 Diabetes

53:21 The Role of Stress and Environment

54:46 Exploring Fasting and Nutrition

01:01:21 Balancing Data and Intuition in Health

01:07:04 Fasting: Benefits and Considerations

01:24:21 The Impact of Diet on Health

01:31:06 Creating Healthier Food Alternatives

01:34:48 The Role of Supplements in Health

01:38:14 Research Gaps in Metabolic Health

01:52:31 The Microbiome and Its Connection to Disease

01:56:10 Advice for Newly Diagnosed Individuals

02:00:30 Mindfulness and Daily Practices for Well-being

To Learn More about Dr. Andrew Koutnik check out his website: https://andrewkoutnik.com/

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