High blood sugar (glucose) isn't desirable for a host of reasons, but is "feeding cancer" one of them? The truth is bittersweet and takes a little more clarification than a simple "yes" or "no." Tina & Leah discuss the origin-story of "sugar feeds cancer," tell you whether it's valid or not and give you some tips & tricks on how to have your cake and eat it too!
High blood sugar and cancer progression, a review
The original Warburg Effect paper (1927)
The “Reverse Warburg” effect
The Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics Summary on Sugar & Cancer
Carbons as the source of cancer cell metabolism
Metabolic flexibility in cancer cells
How exercise is anti-cancer and helps with glucose control
Types of cancers associated with metabolic syndrome
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00:00 - If I had a dollar...
02:25 - Who originated the idea "sugar feeds cancer"?
05:22 - The Warburg effect- some weaknesses
07:26 - Why is important to control blood glucose?
12:05 - Fat:muscle ratio and inflammation
15:12 - On a practical note...
22:19 - Glucose normally goes high when...
26:54 - How does exercise affects glucose?
29:01 - How to modify carb laden meals
31:40 - What about artificial sweeteners?
37:36 - The take-home points