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Insulin Sensitivity, Blood Sugar & Longevity After 40 With Dr. Anthony Balduzzi
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- Fit Father Project Podcast
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- Jan 19, 2026
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- 1499
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Summary
In episode 273 of the Fit Father Project Podcast , Dr. Anthony Balduzzi builds on last week’s longevity conversation by tackling one of the most misunderstood topics in modern health: insulin sensitivity . Dr. Anthony breaks down how insulin actually works in the body, why insulin resistance is at the root of weight gain, fatigue, inflammation, and pre-diabetes, and how most men unknowingly make themselves more insulin resistant through poor sleep, chronic stress, inactivity, and mistimed nutrition. You’ll also learn how strength training, fasting, gut-friendly carbohydrates, and stress regulation work together to create metabolic flexibility—allowing your body to burn carbs when needed, burn fat at rest, and stay resilient as you age. Check out Part One of this series, " Build Muscle or Age Faster. " Rate & Review: If these solo episodes are helping you think differently about your health, we’d truly appreciate a quick rating or review. Even a short review makes a big difference. Join the Fit Father Community: Listening is powerful—but applying this information alongside other committed men takes things to another level. If you’re ready to stop doing this alone, we’d love to have you with us. Next Week’s Episode: Next week, Dr. Anthony wraps up the series by pulling everything together—training, metabolism, recovery, and long-term health—into a clear framework you can follow throughout 2026 and beyond. If Part 1 changed how you think about muscle, and Part 2 reshaped how you view insulin and blood sugar, you won’t want to miss the final installment. Key Takeaways Insulin is essential—but chronic elevation drives disease Insulin resistance as the hidden driver of aging and inflammation Muscle as the primary glucose disposal organ Strength training as an insulin-sen…