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Reversing Type 2 Diabetes: Root Causes, Insulin Resistance & The Inflammation Myth (Part 1)
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- The Living Life Well Show
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- Dec 6, 2025
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Summary
Are you or a loved one struggling with a Type 2 Diabetes diagnosis?In this critical first episode of the "Reversing Diabetes" series, Dr. Jon Skelton dives deep into the true root causes of Type 2 Diabetes, dispelling common myths about sugar and pancreatic failure. This isn't just about managing blood sugar—it's about achieving insulin sensitivity and sustainable health. Dr. Skelton explains why insulin resistance is the real enemy and reveals the critical, often-missed lab tests that expose the inflammation driving your condition. If you want to move beyond just taking medication and truly reverse Type 2 Diabetes naturally, this episode is your essential starting point. 🔑 Key Takeaways & Discussion PointsMyth Debunked: Why simply cutting sugar is not enough to reverse Type 2 Diabetes.The REAL Root Cause: Understanding why Insulin Resistance—not a "broken pancreas"—is the primary driver of Type 2 Diabetes in the newly diagnosed. The Inflammation Connection: How inflammation drives insulin resistance and what the three biggest lifestyle drivers are (Diet, Gut Health, Sleep). Critical Lab Tests You AREN'T Getting: Learn why a standard A1C is insufficient and why you MUST ask your doctor for a Fasting Insulin Test and a High Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein (hs-CRP). Optimal Ranges vs. Standard Lab Ranges: Dr. Skelton provides the true, optimal ranges for A1C, Fasting Insulin (Ideal: 2-5), and hs-CRP (Ideal: 1 or less). Gut Health & Diabetes: The link between Leaky Gut, IBS, and chronic inflammation leading to insulin resistance. ➡️ JOIN THE WAITLIST: Interested in a comprehensive, self-paced course to reverse your Type 2 Diabetes naturally in 2026? to get on the list for Dr. Skelton’s upcoming "Reversing Diabetes Naturally Course". …