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From ER Doctor to Natural Diabetes Reversal: Dr. Jon Skelton's Holistic Approach
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- The Living Life Well Show
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- Mar 7, 2026
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Summary
n this episode, Dr. Sameer Islam, of the Let's Talk Poop podcast, sits down with Dr. Jon Skelton, an emergency medicine physician who made the transition from the ER to founding the Live Life Well Clinic. Dr. Skelton shares his powerful approach to reversing Type 2 diabetes naturally through lifestyle medicine—focusing on diet, sleep, spiritual practices, and addressing the root causes of chronic disease. What You'll Learn: Why traditional medicine often falls short in treating chronic diseases like diabetes How one patient dropped their fasting blood sugar from 340 to 130 in just 4 weeks—without medications The hidden sugars lurking in "healthy" foods (there are 30+ names for sugar on labels!) Why diet soda triggers the same insulin response as regular soda The critical role of sleep in blood sugar control and how to optimize your sleep environment What autophagy is and why a 12-hour overnight fast is essential for gut health Box breathing and meditation techniques that can help you wean off blood pressure medications How to "fast" from social media and other inputs that create internal stress The spiritual dimension of healing and why having a vision is essential for lasting change Key Takeaways: Read food labels: Focus on the ingredient list, not just the nutrition facts Prioritize sleep: Keep your room at 66°F and try a cold shower before bed Practice a 12-hour overnight fast minimum (e.g., 7 PM to 7 AM) Use supplements strategically: Magnesium and B vitamins for better sleep and mental clarity Start with whole foods from the edges of the grocery store—avoid the processed center aisles For diabetics: Understand serving sizes and fructose content in fruits Resources Mentioned: Live Life Well Clinic: livelifewellclinic.com/book – Schedule your free 20-minute di…