The #1 Nutrition Shift: Reverse Diabetes & Crush Cravings| JJ Virgin & Dr. Beverly Yates, ND

About This Episode

Can the simplest change make the biggest difference in your blood sugar and cravings?

In this powerful episode, Dr. Beverly Yates and renowned triple board-certified nutrition expert JJ Virgin dive deep into the most effective and often-ignored lever for reversing Type 2 diabetes and mastering metabolic health: Protein.

Discover why JJ insists on a protein-first approach, how to calculate your optimal daily intake (aiming for 0.7 to 1 gram per pound of target body weight), and the surprising role of muscle as a “sugar sponge” for restoring insulin sensitivity. Learn how increasing protein actually helps you burn more calories due to its high Thermic Effect of Food (TEF).

Learn the science-backed solutions for

The Protein Leverage Hypothesis: Why low protein forces you to overeat carbs and fat to achieve satiety.

Tracking That Works: Why using a food scale and a tracking app (like Chronometer) are non-negotiable biometric tools.

Reframing Health: Why you must stop using a scale and focus on body composition (muscle vs. fat) to truly fix metabolism.

Eating Clean on the Go: How to navigate travel and restaurants with a protein-first mindset and avoid hyper-palatable “enemy” foods.

This conversation is packed with simple, science-backed steps you can start using at your next meal to take control of your blood sugar and health today.

Guest Bio

JJ Virgin, CNS, BCHN, EP-C is a triple board-certified nutrition expert and a Fitness Hall of Famer. She is a passionate advocate of the healing power of nutrition and is mission-driven to change the way the world sees aging and longevity.

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