The Scary New Research On Sugar & How To Prevent 80% Diseases! | Dr. Andrew Koutnik

The Scary New Research On Sugar & How To Prevent 80% Diseases! | Dr. Andrew Koutnik

Author: Sean Kim March 16, 2026 Duration: 1:15:41

Dr. Andrew Koutnik is a metabolic scientist and researcher who was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at age 16 — an experience that drove him to dedicate his career to understanding and optimizing human metabolism. Despite managing a chronic disease that requires calculating insulin for every meal, every day, he has turned that challenge into a professional edge, conducting research at institutions including Harvard and Johns Hopkins on topics like ketogenic diets, blood sugar regulation, and metabolic disease prevention. He is also the co-host of the podcast In Range and an active educator who provides free resources to help people — with or without chronic disease — take control of their metabolic health.

In our conversation we discuss:

(0:00) – The Diabetes Epidemic Nobody Talks About

(2:45) – What Is Type 1 Diabetes (And Why It's Different)

(6:30) – Diagnosed at 16: His Blood Sugar Was 6x Normal

(12:00) – The Moment That Changed Everything

(17:20) – How He Turned a Disease Into a Superpower

(23:10) – The Hidden Warning Signs You're Pre-Diabetic

(30:45) – Why You Feel Tired After Every Meal

(38:00) – The #1 Diet to Reverse Type 2 Diabetes

(46:30) – The Truth About Keto (LDL, Risks & Who It's For)

(54:15) – How Exercise Rewires Your Metabolism

(1:01:00) – Sleep, Stress & the 40 Factors Destroying Insulin

(1:08:20) – CGMs: The Biohacker Tool Everyone Should Use

(1:14:45) – Supplements That Actually Lower Blood Sugar

(1:21:30) – AI & Wearables: The Future of Metabolic Health

(1:29:50) – Where to Find Dr. Koutnik's Free ResourcesLearn more about Dr. Andrew Koutnik here:Website: https://andrewkoutnik.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewkoutnikphd/Listen to the full episode on Youtube:

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Sean Kim hosts Growth Minds with Sean Kim, a podcast built on the idea that meaningful growth touches every part of our lives. Each episode features a deep, unscripted conversation with a leading voice, moving beyond simple tips to explore the philosophies and personal stories behind their success. You’ll hear from an incredibly diverse roster, from financial thinker Robert Kiyosaki and neuroscientist Dr. Andrew Huberman to cultural icons like Dennis Rodman and musicians like Steve Aoki. The discussions naturally weave through interconnected themes of physical health, mental resilience, financial wisdom, and personal relationships. Whether it’s Dr. Jason Fung breaking down metabolic health or Wim Hof explaining his breathing methods, the focus is on practical insights you can apply. This isn’t about abstract theory; it’s about the tangible habits and mindset shifts that help you build a better life. Tune in for a consistently surprising and substantive dialogue that challenges how you think about your own potential.
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