The Hidden Causes of Type 2 Diabetes: Environmental Toxins, Mold & Insulin Resistance

By Dr. Beverly Yates, ND · August 12, 2026 · 43 min episode

About This Episode

Can environmental toxins contribute to insulin resistance and Type 2 diabetes?

In this episode of the Reverse Diabetes Podcast, Dr. Beverly Yates is joined by Sinclair Kennally, CNHP, CNC, founder of Detox Rejuvenation, to explore the connection between environmental toxins, metabolic health, and blood sugar regulation.

Many people work hard to improve their health through diet and exercise but still struggle with blood sugar swings, insulin resistance, and Type 2 diabetes. This conversation explores how hidden environmental factors—including mold exposure, heavy metals, pesticides, chemicals, and modern lifestyle exposures—may affect the body’s ability to maintain healthy blood sugar levels.

Sinclair shares her personal journey from chronic illness and a mysterious hospital stay to discovering the role environmental exposures played in her health challenges.

In this episode, Dr. Beverly Yates and Sinclair Kennally discuss:

  • Why Type 2 diabetes is more complex than diet and exercise alone
  • The connection between environmental toxins and insulin resistance
  • How mold exposure may affect blood sugar regulation
  • Heavy metals, pesticides, and chemical exposure in modern life
  • The role of the liver, gallbladder, and pancreas in metabolic health
  • Why some people struggle with blood sugar despite healthy habits
  • Simple ways to reduce everyday toxin exposure
  • Creating a healthier home environment for metabolic wellness
  • EMF awareness and practical technology hygiene tips

If you are dealing with

  • Type 2 diabetes
  • Prediabetes
  • Insulin resistance
  • Blood sugar spikes
  • Chronic inflammation
  • Unexplained metabolic issues

this episode will help you understand potential factors that may be affecting your health journey.

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Dr. Beverly Yates, ND

Diabetes expert, MIT-trained engineer, and licensed Naturopathic Doctor with more than 30 years of clinical experience. Creator of The Yates Protocol and author of The Yates Protocol: 5 Simple Steps to Fix Your Blood Sugar and Reverse Type 2 Diabetes.

This article is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider about your individual situation.

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