Low Carb Diets Don't Cause Diabetes. This Study Just Proved It.
We wonder why no one trusts science anymore.
And anyone who says "trust the science" without being willing to actually look at the science is probably full of it. A new study published in Diabetes Care, the American Diabetes Association's journal, is making the rounds claiming that low carb diets increase your risk of Type 2 diabetes by 31%.
Nearly five million person-years of follow-up. Over 20,000 documented Type 2 diabetes cases. Three massive cohort studies spanning 30 years.
That's a ground-shaking study. Low carb is the devil. It's gonna kill you.
Except I read past the abstract.
Here's what the study actually measured, and here's the much more interesting finding the researchers buried in their own results.
Problem One: That's Not a Low Carb Diet
The researchers built something called an "LCD score" and divided everyone into five quintiles ranked from most to least carbohydrate intake.
The highest quintile, the group they labeled "low carb," ate approximately 40% of th...
Advanced Heart Health Lab Testing: What to Actually Order
Educational Content Disclaimer: This article provides educational information only and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The content discusses general health topics and should not replace consultation with your licensed healthcare provider. Always consult with your doctor before making changes to your diet, supplements, or medications. Dr. JJ Gregor is a Doctor of Chiropractic licensed in Texas and practices within the scope of chiropractic care.
Your doctor orders a lipid panel. Total cholesterol, LDL, HDL, triglycerides. Maybe fasting glucose if you're lucky.
The results come back "normal." Your doctor says you're fine.
But you don't feel fine. You're tired, carrying extra weight around your midsection, dealing with brain fog. You know something's wrong.
Here's the problem: standard lab panels miss 90% of cardiovascular dysfunction.
They don't measure inflammation. They don't measure oxidative stress. They don't measure insulin resistance or arteria...
Blood Pressure: What Causes High BP & Natural Solutions
Educational Content Disclaimer: This article provides educational information only and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The content discusses general health topics and should not replace consultation with your licensed healthcare provider. Never stop taking prescribed blood pressure medications without consulting your doctor. Dr. JJ Gregor is a Doctor of Chiropractic licensed in Texas and practices within the scope of chiropractic care.
Your Doctor Says Your Blood Pressure Is High
You sit in the exam room. The cuff squeezes your arm. The machine beeps.
"Your blood pressure is 142 over 88. That's high. We need to get that down."
Your doctor pulls out the prescription pad. Beta blocker. ACE inhibitor. Diuretic.
"Take this. Come back in three months. We'll check your numbers."
You leave with a prescription and zero understanding of what just happened.
Here's what your doctor didn't tell you: high blood pressure is a symptom, not a disease.
Something ...
The Best Way To Control Your Holiday Stress
Educational Content Disclaimer: This article provides educational information only and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The content discusses general health topics and should not replace consultation with your licensed healthcare provider. Always consult with your doctor before making changes to your diet, supplements, or medications. Dr. JJ Gregor is a Doctor of Chiropractic licensed in Texas and practices within the scope of chiropractic care.
The holidays bring unavoidable stress. Family gatherings. Shopping. Travel. Financial pressure.
You can't eliminate those stressors. But you can stop amplifying them.
The biggest amplifier? Blood sugar chaos.
Here's what most people miss: your adrenal glands can't tell the difference between a blood sugar crash and an emotional crisis. Both trigger the same cortisol release. Both deplete your stress reserves.
During the holidays, you're already maxed out managing unavoidable stressors. Why add fuel to the fir...
Why Fasting Glucose and HbA1C Are Not The Best Tests
Why Fasting Glucose and HbA1C Are Not The Best Tests
Your annual physical lasts seven minutes. Your doctor glances at your blood work, sees normal fasting glucose and HbA1c, and tells you you're fine.
Meanwhile, you're experiencing brain fog, energy crashes, anxiety, insomnia, and cravings. You answered "yes" to 20+ questions on the blood sugar dysfunction questionnaire. Your symptoms scream blood sugar dysregulation.
But your labs say you're normal.
Here's why standard blood sugar tests miss early dysfunction, and what tests actually catch problems before they become diabetes.
The Problem With Standard Testing
Most physicians rely on two tests to assess blood sugar health:
- Fasting blood glucose
- Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c)
These tests are quick, cheap, and minimally invasive. They're designed for high-volume medical practices where doctors see patients every 5-7 minutes.
This isn't your doctor's fault. Insurance reimbursement doesn't pay for extended visits. Overhead and liabi...
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