In this episode, I sit down with Nayiri Mississian — an accredited Metabolic Health Practitioner and founder of Low Carb & Fasting. Diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at just 5 years old, Nayiri shares her powerful story of navigating life, culture, and medicine through decades of change.

We talk about her sugar-free childhood in Lebanon, the emotional toll of modern carb-counting advice, and how a return to real food and lifestyle medicine helped her reclaim her health. From vegetarianism to carnivore to a balanced omnivore approach, Nayiri’s journey offers deep insight for anyone living with diabetes or supporting someone who is.

💡 Whether you're exploring low carb, managing hormones, or curious about fasting, this episode is full of lived wisdom and practical strategies.

🔑 Key Topics Covered:

– Growing up with Type 1 Diabetes in the 1970s

– How her family’s food culture shaped her health journey

– Why modern carb-counting failed her — and what worked instead

– Navigating insulin, burnout, and perimenopause

– Transitioning from vegetarian to carnivore to omnivore

– The emotional side of chronic illness and medical gaslighting

– How Nayiri now coaches people with Type 1, Type 2, and insulin resistance

📱 Follow Nayiri and learn more:

Website: www.lowcarbandfasting.com

Instagram: @lowcarbandfasting

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🩺 This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Please consult your GP before making changes to your health or lifestyle.

💚 Small, consistent changes lead to big results over time.

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