Fat Accumulation & Female Metabolism with Dr. Benjamin Bikman

In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Benjamin Bikman, a renowned metabolic research scientist and Professor at Brigham Young University. In this episode, we'll dive into the complexities of insulin resistance and sensitivity during the menstrual cycle, and also discuss the importance of protein and the best types to include in your diet, as well as take a fresh look at fat and how to think about it in a positive light. Episode Overview:0:00 - Intro9:00 - What is fat & the differences between brown and white fat 19:52 - How ketosis affects fat 23:05 - Is it possible to change white fat to brown fat? 28:58 - Fat storage location is determined by sex hormones 36:38 - How insulin sensitivity changes over the course of a menstrual cycle 43:02 - Differences in fat between male and females 50:06 - How fat changes during menopause 57:13 - What is glucagon & what does it do 59:42 - How protein affects glucose levels 1:05:51 - The ideal sources of protein 1:09:24 - Challenges for women with the vegan diet 1:11:45 - Plant vs animal protein 1:15:42 - Protein intake as you age 1:22:28 - How to augment the disposal of glucose 1:29:35 - Dr. Bikman’s meal replacement 1:35:45 - The importance of how you end a fastLinks for This Episode:Last episode with Ben: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/ben-bikman-on-why-we-get-sick-insulin-resistance-and/id1479074542?i=1000507284064Ben Bikman glucagon talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z3fO5aTD6JU&ab_channel=LowCarbDownUnderSurvival of the Fattest book: https://www.amazon.com/Survival-Fattest-Human-Brain-Evolution/dp/B00W0WAP2Y/ref=sr_1_1?crid=107VPY9LAXFTD&keywords=survival+of+the+fattest&qid=1675101217&sprefix=survival+of+the+%2Caps%2C1087&sr=8-1HLTH CODE meal replacement shake: https://gethlth.com/We’d like to thank our sponsors:FourSigmatic Use code DRSTEPHANIE for 10% off: http://foursigmatic.sjv.io/drstephanieAthletic Greens - redeem an exclusive offer here: athleticgreens.com/stephanieOrion Red Light Therapy - Use the code STEPHANIE10 for 10% off  https://www.orionrlt.ca/?ref=StephanieSchinoussa - Use code STEPHANIE10 for 10% off: https://www.qnihealth.com/BIOOPTIMIZERS - receive 10% off your order with Promo Code "ESTIMA" - www.biooptimizers.com/drstephanieThe DNA  Company - $50 discount using code "DRSTEPHANIE" at checkout. https://www.thednacompany.com/drstephanieILIA Beauty - https://iliabeauty.nhuie7.net/c/3100059/679082/10539Living Libations - Use code BETTER for 15% off: https://www.livinglibations.com/?a_aid=5dfa31948414cLMNT Electrolytes - A FREE 7-flavor sample pack! - https://www.drinklmnt.com/DrEstimaPRIMEADINE - get 10% Off your Order with Promo Code “DRSTEPHANIE10” - https://oxfordhealthspan.com/products/best-spermidine-supplement Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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