In this episode, we are here to empower people to prevent and even reverse type 2 diabetes with science-backed, sustainable strategies that are also available in the book "Beating Diabetes". Today we'll find out why extreme diets or medications may not be required.

Our guest is an entrepreneur, technologist, and author on a mission to change how we think about diabetes and food. After having a serious scare with diabetes, Chris Reade refused to accept it as a life sentence—he took control, reversed it, and now shares his science-backed, practical approach in his new book, Beating Diabetes. Get ready for an eye-opening conversation on breaking free from medications, mastering blood sugar control, and living healthier—without extreme dieting.

RESOURCES:

Visit this episode's blog page: https://drhaley.com/how-to-reverse-diabetes/

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ty3BCZwjhhI

Buy the book "Beating Diabetes - How a botched insurance renewal saved my life and how what I learned can possibly save yours" on Amazon: https://amzn.to/422gXj7

Visit the Website: BeatingDiabetes.US https://www.instagram.com/beatingdiabetesus/

Visit Chris Reade on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/readec/

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Intro Snip

00:53 Introduction to Chris Reade

02:45 What inspired an entrepreneur to write a book about diabetes?

05:40 What are your credentials for writing a book about diabetes?

06:21 What is the doctor's approach to treating diabetes?

09:28 What did Chris Reade find to be the key to reversing his diabetes?

10:45 What were "Power Words" spoken into your life?

12:50 What is the most powerful two letter 10 word phrase?

15:16 What is it about soluble fiber that helps maintain blood sugar levels?

18:09 What is the difference between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes?

19:41 What are the common medications being used to control Type 2 diabetes?

21:33 How do you measure blood sugar levels at home?

21:50 What is a Dexcom and how does it work?

23:57 What sugar lowers blood sugar levels?

24:55 How is it that someone significantly overweight does not become diabetic yet a skinny person does?

26:46 What is another possible mechanism that fiber can help heal your bowels?

27:16 What else changed in your health when you added more soluble fiber to your diet?

29:30 What are some of the techniques you use to enable you to do this for years?

32:22 Dr. Haley's confession

37:20 Listen to your body when you eat

42:33 What is Chris Reade's favorite chapter in his book?

44:33 Where should people go to find out more?

46:15 How do you reinforce good habits to make real lasting changes?