The Paleo Solution - Episode 393 - Virta Health Study, Keto for Type 2 Diabetes

The Paleo Solution - Episode 393 - Virta Health Study, Keto for Type 2 Diabetes

Author: Robb Wolf May 1, 2018 Duration: 1:01:17

This week on Episode 393 of The Paleo Solution Podcast we have guest Dr. Sarah Hallberg (DO, MS). Dr. Hallberg is the medical director at Virta Health, medical director and founder of the Indiana University – Arnett Health Medical Weight Loss Program in Lafayette Indiana, and Executive Director at The Nutrition Coalition. She is Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine

Show Notes

00:00 – Pre-into/Summary
4:44 – Intro
6:01 – What's going on with Dr. Hallberg and Virta Health
7:12 – Metabolic underpinning of diseases
7:48 – Improving health can save us money
9:32 – Dr. Hallberg's background and how she got involved in this
16:00 – Meeting Steve Phinney and the beginnings of Virta Health
17:56 – Results and details of the keto type 2 diabetes telemedicine study
27:38 - We can't blame the patients
29:57 – Using a matrix driven approach with telemedicine and real people
32:55 – Customization, keto, and ketone levels
35:51 – SGLT2 Inhibitor and BHB levels
38:51 – Huge weakness of nutrition trials and using BHB levels for compliance
40:20 – Using other markers than BHB/ketones
46:09 – Personalized nutritional
47:20 – Continuous glucose monitors (CGM)
49:38 – How can we win this health fight
55:22 – High carb vegan vs. low carb keto diets
57:40 – Where to find more info on Virta Health

Nutrition coalition: https://www.nutritioncoalition.us/
Virta Health: VirtaHealth.com


For years, Robb Wolf-The Paleo Solution Podcast has served as a grounded, science-based conversation about what it really means to be healthy. Robb Wolf, a leading voice in the ancestral health movement, uses this platform to explore the interconnected worlds of paleo diet principles, practical nutrition, sustainable fitness, and holistic health. The discussions move far beyond simple food lists, delving into how our modern lifestyle clashes with our evolutionary biology and what we can do about it. You’ll hear detailed explorations of metabolic flexibility, the nuances of body recomposition, and the foundations of resilient aging. Episodes often tackle circadian biology, gut health, and the practical applications of low-carb, keto, and paleo dietary frameworks, all with an eye on making the information actionable. This podcast is for anyone tired of quick fixes and seeking a deeper, evidence-informed understanding of their own well-being. While this show remains a rich archive of foundational knowledge, note that for ongoing weekly Q&A on diet and health topics, Robb now hosts 'The Healthy Rebellion Radio'. The Paleo Solution continues as an essential resource for building a robust, lasting understanding of health fundamentals.
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