PLANTSTRONG Podcast Ep. 316: Adam Sud - Carbs are Not the Enemy…Unraveling Insulin Resistance
Aug 28, 2025
Adam Sud, a certified insulin resistance and food addiction coach with over 13 years in recovery, dismantles common myths about carbs and diabetes. He reveals that insulin resistance is reversible and dissects the real culprits, like saturated fat, not carbs. Adam discusses the importance of high-fiber, plant-based foods and how simple activities like walking after meals can boost metabolism. He also introduces the PILAF method for tracking health markers, aiming to empower listeners to take charge of their health.
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Insulin Resistance As A Central Disease Engine
- Insulin resistance is a core engine driving many chronic diseases beyond diabetes.
- It contributes to cancers, heart disease, fatty liver, hypertension and more.
Extreme Fast-Food Binging Before Diagnosis
- Adam admitted to consuming extreme fast-food and calorie binges alongside drug use before his diagnosis.
- He described eating 5,000 calories of fast food per day during binges, which contributed to his diabetes.
Four Dietary Rules To Boost Sensitivity
- Eat a diet high in fiber, low in saturated fat, plant-prioritized protein, and avoid ultra-processed foods and excess calories.
- These four themes consistently increase insulin sensitivity in research.