Do you struggle with constant sugar cravings, afternoon energy crashes, or brain fog that makes it hard to focus on the things that matter most?
If you’ve ever wondered why your health seems to be getting worse even when you’re trying to do the right things, you’re not alone.
Welcome to Health Beyond Weight Loss, the podcast that helps you break sugar cravings through balanced blood sugar so you can regain steady energy, think clearly, and take control of your health. Through holistic health that focuses on faith, physiology, common sense, and a little humor, I help you understand and battle chronic health conditions.
I’m TaShawn Davis, Registered Nurse and Holistic Health Coach, and after more than two decades working in healthcare, I began to see a pattern. Many people are struggling with fatigue, brain fog, weight gain, type 2 diabetes, and insulin resistance, yet very few understand the simple physiology behind what’s happening inside their bodies.
On this podcast, I break down complex health topics into simple, practical conversations so you can understand how sugar, insulin resistance, and metabolic health affect the way your body functions.
Each episode helps you connect the dots between what you eat, how your body responds, and how to stabilize your blood sugar for lasting results. You’ll learn how insulin resistance impacts your energy, weight, and overall health—and how to improve it using practical strategies like intermittent fasting, low-carb, ketosis, carnivore, stress reduction, and any dietary preference, and more, so you can restore your energy and support long-term health.
If you’re ready to understand your body, break the cycle of sugar cravings, and start building real health beyond weight loss, with faith and confidence, you’re in the right place.
So grab your favorite sugar-free drink, settle in, and let’s chat about it!.
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33. Why Doesn't My Doctor Test My Fasting Insulin? What Your Blood Work Might Be Missing
Episode 33
Thursday, July 23, 2026 • Duration 10:36
Why Doesn't My Doctor Test My Fasting Insulin? What Your Blood Work May Be Missing
Have you ever been told your blood work was "normal"... but you still didn't feel like yourself?
If you've struggled with stubborn weight gain, fatigue, blood sugar swings, cravings, high blood pressure, brain fog, or recurring health concerns, you may have wondered if your lab work is telling the whole story.
In this episode of the Health Beyond Weight Loss Podcast, Registered Nurse and Metabolic Health Educator TaShawn Davis, RN, explains what a fasting insulin test is, how it differs from A1C and fasting glucose, and why understanding your blood work can help you have more informed conversations with your healthcare team.
You'll also learn what an A1C really measures, why red blood cell lifespan matters, factors that can influence A1C results, and why no single blood test should ever be interpreted in isolation.
Whether you're living with prediabetes, type 2 diabetes, insulin resistance, PCOS, metabolic syndrome, obesity, fatty liver disease, or unexplained fatigue, this episode will help you better understand the purpose and limitations of common metabolic lab tests.
In This Episode
✔ What a fasting insulin test measures
✔ Why fasting insulin is different from blood sugar
✔ What your A1C actually measures
✔ Why red blood cells matter when interpreting A1C
✔ Conditions that can influence A1C results
✔ The difference between fasting glucose, A1C, and fasting insulin
✔ Why understanding your blood work empowers better conversations with your healthcare provider
Key Takeaways
• A1C reflects average blood sugar over approximately the previous 2–3 months because glucose attaches to hemoglobin in red blood cells.
• Fasting glucose provides a snapshot of blood sugar at one point in time.
• Fasting insulin measures the hormone that helps regulate blood sugar—it is not the same as glucose.
• Some clinicians use fasting insulin as one piece of a broader metabolic assessment, although it is not a routine screening test in many current clinical guidelines.
• Blood tests are most useful when interpreted alongside symptoms, medical history, physical findings, and other laboratory results.
• Education helps patients become active partners in their healthcare.
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32. What Is Insulin Resistance? Could It Start Years Before Prediabetes?
Episode 32
Monday, July 20, 2026 • Duration 07:28
What Is Insulin Resistance? Could It Start Years Before Prediabetes?
Could insulin resistance begin years before you're ever told you have prediabetes?
Many people believe insulin resistance and prediabetes are the same thing—but they're not. In this episode, Registered Nurse and Metabolic Health Educator TaShawn Davis, RN, explains what insulin resistance is, why it matters, and why understanding your body may be one of the most important steps you can take toward improving your metabolic health.
You'll also hear the story of a woman who thought feeling tired, forgetful, and "slower" was simply part of getting older—until one conversation changed her perspective.
Whether you're living with prediabetes, type 2 diabetes, obesity, fatty liver, PCOS, or you're simply trying to understand your lab work, this episode will help you ask better questions and become a more informed partner in your healthcare.
In This Episode
✔ What insulin resistance actually is
✔ Why blood sugar isn't the whole story
✔ The difference between insulin resistance, prediabetes, and type 2 diabetes
✔ Why many people may have insulin resistance before their blood sugar becomes abnormal
✔ Why understanding your body gives you hope—not fear
✔ Questions to discuss with your healthcare provider
Key Takeaways
• Insulin does much more than regulate blood sugar.
• Insulin resistance may develop before blood sugar reaches the diagnostic range for prediabetes or diabetes.
• Prediabetes and diabetes are based on diagnostic thresholds, but the underlying metabolic changes may begin earlier.
• Education empowers you to make informed decisions alongside your healthcare team.
• Understanding your body is one of the greatest investments you can make in your future health.
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23. Brain Fog, Memory Loss & Fatigue? The Blood Sugar Connection You Need To Know
Episode 23
Thursday, June 18, 2026 • Duration 09:58
***Top 5% Globally Ranked***
Brain Fog, Memory Loss & Fatigue?
The Blood Sugar Connection You Need to Know
Have you ever walked into a room and forgotten why you were there?
Struggled to remember names?
Lost your train of thought in the middle of a conversation?
Needed a nap after lunch?
Felt mentally exhausted even after a full night's sleep?
If so, you're not alone.
Many people assume brain fog, memory loss, and fatigue are simply part of getting older. But what if your body is trying to tell you something else?
In this episode of Health Beyond Weight Loss, Registered Nurse and Holistic Health Coach TaShawn Davis explores the surprising connection between blood sugar, insulin resistance, brain health, memory, fatigue, and metabolic function.
You'll learn why some metabolic health experts view brain fog and fatigue as potential early warning signs of insulin resistance and what practical steps you can take to support your brain naturally.
IN THIS EPISODE:
🧠 Brain fog and memory loss
⚡ Fatigue and afternoon energy crashes
🩸 The connection between blood sugar and brain health
🔑 What insulin resistance actually is
🧠 Why the brain requires so much energy
🥑 Ketones as an alternative fuel source
🥩 Healthy fats, cholesterol, and brain function
🚶 Lifestyle habits that support mental clarity
🙏 Faith, stewardship, and having a sound mind
22. Could Insulin Resistance Be Affecting Your Love Life? PCOS, Low Testosterone & The Hidden Hormone Connection
Episode 22
Monday, June 15, 2026 • Duration 12:58
**Top 5% Globally Ranked Podcast**
Could Insulin Resistance Be Affecting Your Love Life?
PCOS, Low Testosterone & The Hidden Hormone Connection
What if the symptoms you've been blaming on stress, aging, or hormones are actually clues pointing to something deeper?
If you've struggled with:
• Low libido
• Difficulty conceiving
• Irregular periods
• PCOS (or PMOS)
• Low testosterone
• Belly fat
• Fatigue
• Brain fog
• Sugar cravings
• Feeling like you've "lost yourself"
…this episode may change the way you think about hormone health.
In this episode of Health Beyond Weight Loss, Registered Nurse and Holistic Health Coach TaShawn Davis explores the surprising connection between insulin resistance, blood sugar, hormones, fertility, libido, and metabolic health.
You'll discover why two people experiencing completely different symptoms may actually share the same underlying metabolic problem—and how addressing root causes may support better energy, stronger relationships, and renewed hope.
IN THIS EPISODE:
❤️ Could insulin resistance be affecting your love life?
🩸 How blood sugar influences hormones
👩🏽 Why PCOS is increasingly being recognized as a metabolic condition
👨🏽 The hidden connection between low testosterone and insulin resistance
👶 Fertility, conception, and preparing your body for pregnancy
🧠 Why ketones are being studied as an alternative fuel source
🥩 The role of quality protein and healthy fats
🏋🏽 Why resistance training matters for men and women
😴 The importance of sleep, stress reduction, and consistency
21. Why Do I Need a Nap After Eating? 5 Hidden Signs of a Blood Sugar Crash
Episode 21
Thursday, June 11, 2026 • Duration 14:57
Why Do I Need a Nap After Eating? The Blood Sugar Crash Nobody Warned You About
Do you find yourself exhausted after lunch?
Do you need coffee, energy drinks, or something sweet just to make it through the afternoon?
Have you ever wondered:
"Is it normal to be this tired after eating?"
In this episode of Health Beyond Weight Loss, Registered Nurse and Holistic Health Coach TaShawn Davis shares a personal story from nursing school—where the very things she thought were giving her "quick energy" may have been contributing to the afternoon crashes she was trying so hard to avoid.
You'll learn why post-meal fatigue may be more than just being busy, getting older, or lacking discipline. For some people, it can be an important clue that the body may be struggling with blood sugar regulation and insulin resistance.
IN THIS EPISODE:
😴 Why you feel sleepy after eating
📈 The blood sugar crash nobody warned you about
🧠 How insulin affects energy regulation
🍩 Why "quick energy" can backfire
☕ The hidden cycle of caffeine, sugar, and fatigue
🍞 Why summer snacks and sugary drinks can worsen crashes
🚶 Why walking after meals matters
🍳 The importance of prioritizing protein
⚠️ Signs that may suggest insulin resistance
💚 Practical ways to support steadier energy throughout the day
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
✔ Feeling tired after meals isn't always "normal."
✔ The very foods you rely on for energy may be contributing to the crash.
20. Sugar Addiction? 5 Reasons You Crave Bread, Sweets & Carbs All Day
Episode 20
Monday, June 8, 2026 • Duration 21:07
Do you feel like you're constantly craving bread, sweets, chips, desserts, or sugary snacks?
Have you ever wondered why some days you can stay on track effortlessly while other days it feels like your brain is pulling you toward sugar all day long?
In this episode of Health Beyond Weight Loss, Registered Nurse and Holistic Health Coach TaShawn Davis explores the science behind cravings, insulin resistance, blood sugar swings, neuroplasticity, stress, and the thought patterns that can keep people stuck in unhealthy cycles.
You'll learn why cravings are often more than a lack of willpower and how understanding your body's signals can help you regain control of your health.
Most importantly, you'll discover why:
"A craving is a message, not a command."
IN THIS EPISODE:
🧠 The connection between cravings and insulin resistance
🍞 Why bread and sugar cravings feel so powerful
📈 How blood sugar spikes and crashes drive hunger
😴 The surprising role sleep plays in cravings
😰 How stress and cortisol increase sugar cravings
🧠 What neuroscience teaches us about habit loops and neuroplasticity
🙏 The connection between thoughts, habits, and faith
🍳 Why protein may be one of the most powerful tools for reducing cravings
🚶 How movement and lifestyle habits can support blood sugar stability
💚 Practical steps to help you break the cycle
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
✔ Your body is not broken.
✔ Cravings are not proof that you're weak.
19. Vacation Weight Gain? 7 Summer Habits That Spike Blood Sugar Fast & What To do
Episode 19
Thursday, June 4, 2026 • Duration 13:02
Vacation Weight Gain? 7 Summer Habits That Spike Blood Sugar Fast
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What if summer is actually the BEST time to improve your health?
Many people approach summer as a season to pause healthy habits and "start over later." But what if that mindset is the very thing keeping you stuck?
In this episode of Health Beyond Weight Loss, Registered Nurse and Holistic Health Coach TaShawn Davis explores the hidden summer habits that quietly spike blood sugar, increase inflammation, worsen insulin resistance, and make it harder to stay on track with your health goals.
TaShawn also shares a personal story about learning to drive in Michigan snow and how doing hard things in difficult seasons can prepare us for success later in life.
If you've ever struggled with vacation weight gain, summer bloating, low energy, inflammation, blood sugar swings, or the "I'll start again later " mindset, this episode is for you.
IN THIS EPISODE:
• Why summer may be the best time to improve your health
• The hidden habits that spike blood sugar during vacation season
• How travel can increase inflammation
• Why prolonged sitting affects metabolic health
• The connection between blood sugar and summer cravings
• Vacation eating strategies that actually work
• Why hydration matters more than most people realize
• The role of protein in blood sugar control
• How to avoid the "I'll start over later" trap
• Practical tips for cookouts, vacations, road trips, and holidays
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
✔ Summer doesn't make us unhealthy. It reveals what we've practiced.
✔ The holidays don't make us unhealthy. They reveal what we've practiced.
✔ Health isn't something we pause until September.
✔ Small daily choices create long-term results.
18. Acid Reflux Keeps Coming Back? Insulin Resistance, GERD & The Real Cause of Heartburn
Episode 18
Monday, June 1, 2026 • Duration 11:21
Acid Reflux Keeps Coming Back? The Hidden Link Between Insulin Resistance, GERD & Stomach Acid
Do you struggle with acid reflux, heartburn, GERD, indigestion, bloating, or that burning sensation that keeps coming back no matter what you do?
Many people are told they have "too much stomach acid." But what if the real problem isn't too much acid at all?
What if stomach acid is simply ending up in the wrong place?
In this episode of Health Beyond Weight Loss, Registered Nurse and Holistic Health Coach TaShawn Davis explores the surprising connection between insulin resistance, blood sugar dysregulation, delayed stomach emptying, abdominal pressure, chronic inflammation, and acid reflux.
TaShawn shares her personal experience with reflux, observations from years of nursing, and practical insights to help you better understand what may be contributing to your symptoms.
If you've ever wondered why acid reflux keeps coming back despite medications, lifestyle changes, or avoiding certain foods, this episode is for you.
IN THIS EPISODE:
• What acid reflux and GERD actually are
• Why reflux may not be caused by too much stomach acid
• The role of the lower esophageal sphincter (LES)
• How insulin resistance may contribute to GERD
• Delayed stomach emptying (gastroparesis) and reflux
• The impact of abdominal pressure and visceral fat
• Understanding proton pump inhibitors (PPIs)
• FDA warnings regarding long-term PPI use
• Vitamin B12 absorption concerns
• Why addressing root causes matters
• Practical lifestyle strategies that may support digestive health
KEY TAKEAWAY:
Many people think they have an acid problem.
What they may actually have is a metabolic problem contributing to digestive symptoms.
FEATURED RESEARCH:
Insulin Resistance and GERD
17. Why You Wake Up Tired: Blood Sugar Spikes, Cortisol & Poor Sleep
Episode 17
Saturday, May 30, 2026 • Duration 10:49
Why You Wake Up Tired: Blood Sugar Spikes, Cortisol & Poor Sleep
Do you wake up exhausted even after a full night's sleep?
Are you tired all day, wired at night, relying on caffeine to function, and wondering why your energy never seems to recover?
In this episode of Health Beyond Weight Loss, Registered Nurse and Holistic Health Coach TaShawn Davis explores the hidden connection between blood sugar, cortisol, insulin resistance, chronic stress, poor sleep, and metabolic health.
Many people assume fatigue is simply part of getting older, having a demanding career, raising children, running a business, or living a busy life. But what if your body is trying to tell you something deeper?
If you're struggling with fatigue, burnout, insomnia, poor sleep, stress, high cortisol, brain fog, insulin resistance, belly fat, or waking up tired despite sleeping through the night, this episode is for you.
In this personal episode, TaShawn shares one of the most powerful lessons she ever received from her pastor:
"Slow down."
As a nurse, business owner, ministry leader, wife, and mother, she understands what it feels like to constantly push through exhaustion and stay in "go mode." This episode explores why many people are living in a state of chronic stress, how that impacts cortisol, blood sugar, sleep quality, and overall health, and why sometimes the most productive thing we can do is slow down long enough to listen to what our body is trying to tell us.
Together we'll explore how modern life keeps many of us stuck in constant "go mode," why chronic stress affects our hormones, and how blood sugar stability may play a role in restorative sleep and overall metabolic health.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN:
• Why you may wake up tired even after sleeping
• The relationship between cortisol and melatonin
• How chronic stress affects metabolism
• Why poor sleep may worsen insulin resistance
• The connection between cortisol and belly fat
• How blood sugar spikes affect energy and recovery
• Why slowing down may be one of the most powerful health tools available
• Practical ways to support better sleep naturally
• How God designed the body with rhythms of work and rest
16. Always Tired, Congested, or Allergic? The Hidden Link Between Blood Sugar, Vitamin D & Inflammation
Episode 16
Monday, May 25, 2026 • Duration 12:13
Always Tired, Congested, or Allergic? The Hidden Link Between Blood Sugar, Vitamin D & Inflammation
Could your blood sugar and metabolic health be affecting MORE than just your weight?
In this episode of Health Beyond Weight Loss, Registered Nurse and Holistic Health Coach TaShawn Davis explores the hidden connection between insulin resistance, inflammation, vitamin D, immune health, allergies, fatigue, and recurring symptoms many people struggle with daily.
This episode is deeply personal as TaShawn shares her own experience with recurring inflammation, allergies, fatigue, yeast infections, and UTIs — and how improving blood sugar and reducing processed carbohydrates changed far more than she expected.
Many people are treating symptoms separately without realizing there may be deeper metabolic patterns underneath.
In this episode, we discuss:
• The connection between blood sugar and inflammation
• Why are many people low in vitamin D even in sunny states
• Insulin resistance and metabolic dysfunction explained simply
• Histamine, congestion, and inflammatory triggers
• Alcohol, sugar, processed foods, and immune stress
• Why people often feel worse after holidays and vacations
• Practical ways to support metabolic health naturally
• Why the body may give clues long before major disease develops
This episode is NOT medical advice and does not claim that insulin resistance causes every condition. Instead, it encourages listeners to understand the growing evidence showing how metabolic health impacts many systems throughout the body.
🎧 Recommended Episodes:
• “Always Hungry? Constant Snacking May Be Keeping Your Insulin High”
• “Fatty Liver & Insulin Resistance: Your Liver Is Sending Clues”
• “Why Am I Always Tired? 7 Hidden Signs of Insulin Resistance”
📚 Research & Resources Mentioned:
Vitamin D, Insulin Resistance & Metabolic Health Study:
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11995482/
This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or replace personalized medical advice. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, medications, or treatment plan.
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📚 Why understanding root causes matters
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
✔ Brain fog is not always a brain problem.
✔ Sometimes fatigue is a metabolic clue.
✔ Blood sugar affects more than diabetes risk.
✔ Insulin resistance can impact multiple systems throughout the body.
✔ The brain uses approximately 20% of the body's energy despite making up only about 2% of body weight.
✔ Ketones provide an alternative fuel source for the brain.
✔ Healthy fats and cholesterol play important roles in brain and hormone health.
✔ Small consistent changes can produce meaningful improvements over time.
FEATURED RESEARCH
Brain Energy and Metabolism
The human brain accounts for approximately 20% of the body's total energy expenditure despite representing only about 2% of body weight.
Dr. Benjamin Bikman discusses common signs associated with insulin resistance, including fatigue after meals, abdominal obesity, skin tags, cravings, and metabolic dysfunction.
Health Beyond Weight Loss helps people understand insulin resistance, blood sugar, brain fog, fatigue, memory loss, natural remedies, keto, metabolic health, hormones, and the hidden connections behind common symptoms so they can make informed healthcare decisions.
Hosted by Registered Nurse and Holistic Health Coach TaShawn Davis, each episode combines evidence-based education, practical strategies, real-life experiences, and faith-filled encouragement to help listeners uncover root causes and take action.
🌎 Heard in 56 countries
🌍 Across 6 continents
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This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult your physician or healthcare provider before making changes to medications, supplements, diet, or lifestyle.
🙏 A faith-based perspective on stewardship and healing
💚 Natural strategies that support metabolic and hormone health
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
✔ Insulin resistance affects far more than blood sugar.
✔ Hormones don't function in isolation.
✔ Men and women can experience different symptoms from the same metabolic dysfunction.
✔ Improving metabolic health may support fertility, libido, energy, and overall well-being.
✔ Ketones are an alternative fuel source that researchers continue to study for their effects on metabolism and brain health.
✔ Consistency matters more than perfection.
✔ Sometimes what feels like a hormone problem may actually be a metabolic clue.
FEATURED RESEARCH
PMOS: The Name Change for PCOS
The Endocrine Society and international experts have proposed changing the name PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) to PMOS (Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome) to better reflect the strong metabolic and insulin resistance components associated with this condition.
Nutritional ketosis has been associated with improvements in metabolic markers, including fasting insulin, blood glucose, HbA1c, and other components of metabolic syndrome.
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ABOUT THE PODCAST
Health Beyond Weight Loss helps people understand insulin resistance, blood sugar, brain fog, natural remedies, keto, metabolic health, hormones, and the hidden connections behind common symptoms so they can make informed healthcare decisions.
Hosted by Registered Nurse and Holistic Health Coach TaShawn Davis, each episode combines evidence-based education, practical strategies, real-life experiences, and faith-filled encouragement to help listeners uncover root causes and take action.
🌎 Heard in 56 countries
🌍 Across 6 continents
🏆 Top 153 Health Podcasts in the USA
🥇 Internationally ranked nutrition podcast
If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone you love. You never know whose life could be changed by understanding the clues their body has been giving them all along.
DISCLAIMER
This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult your physician or healthcare provider before making changes to medications, supplements, diet, or lifestyle.
✔ Blood sugar swings can affect energy, focus, cravings, and mood.
✔ Many metabolic experts consider post-meal fatigue to be one clue that insulin resistance may be present.
✔ Patterns matter more than isolated symptoms.
✔ Your body is smart and often gives clues before bigger problems develop.
FEATURED RESEARCH
Insulin Resistance Signs Checklist
Dr. Ben Bikman highlights several common signs associated with insulin resistance, including afternoon crashes after eating, skin tags, abdominal weight gain, family history of diabetes, and hormonal disturbances.
Excessive Postprandial Sleepiness and Metabolic Dysfunction
A 2024 case report explored excessive sleepiness after meals as a presenting symptom that improved with treatment targeting underlying metabolic dysfunction.
Health Beyond Weight Loss helps people understand insulin resistance, blood sugar, metabolic health, inflammation, type 2 diabetes, obesity, hormones, fatigue, cravings, and the hidden connections behind common symptoms so they can make informed healthcare decisions.
Hosted by Registered Nurse and Holistic Health Coach TaShawn Davis, each episode combines evidence-based education, practical strategies, real-life experiences, and faith-filled encouragement to help listeners understand what their bodies may be trying to tell them.
🌎 Heard in 42 countries
🌍 Across 6 continents
🏆 Top 180 Health Podcasts in the USA
🥇 Internationally ranked nutrition podcast
If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review. Your support helps more people find answers and hope.
DISCLAIMER
This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult your physician or healthcare provider before making changes to medications, supplements, diet, or lifestyle.
✔ Blood sugar instability can drive powerful urges for sugar and carbohydrates.
✔ What you repeatedly practice becomes easier over time.
✔ The brain can build new pathways through repetition and consistency.
✔ Small daily choices can lead to lasting change.
✔ Your body is smart and often gives clues about what it truly needs.
FEATURED RESEARCH
PMOS / PCOS Name Change and Metabolic Health
The Endocrine Society and international experts have proposed changing the name PCOS to PMOS (Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome) to better reflect the significant metabolic and insulin resistance components associated with the condition.
Research suggests that ultra-processed foods may influence reward pathways, overeating behaviors, and food cravings, contributing to metabolic dysfunction and poor health outcomes.
Health Beyond Weight Loss helps people understand insulin resistance, blood sugar, metabolic health, inflammation, obesity, type 2 diabetes, cravings, hormones, brain fog, fatigue, and the root causes behind many common health symptoms.
Hosted by Registered Nurse and Holistic Health Coach TaShawn Davis, each episode combines science, practical lifestyle strategies, real patient experiences, and faith-based encouragement to help listeners make informed healthcare decisions.
New episodes every Monday and Thursday.
DISCLAIMER
This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult your physician or healthcare provider before making changes to medications, supplements, diet, or lifestyle.
✔ Consistency beats perfection every time.
✔ Learning how to navigate summer now makes Thanksgiving and Christmas easier later.
FEATURED RESEARCH:
Sedentary Behavior and Metabolic Health
Extended sitting and inactivity are associated with impaired glucose regulation and increased cardiometabolic risk.
Health Beyond Weight Loss is a podcast dedicated to helping you understand insulin resistance, blood sugar, metabolic health, obesity, type 2 diabetes, inflammation, hormones, brain fog, fatigue, and the root causes behind many common health symptoms.
New episodes every Monday and Thursday.
Thank you for helping us reach 1,000 downloads, listeners in 21 countries, and a Top 5% global podcast ranking. Your shares, reviews, and support help us continue educating people around the world about metabolic health and informed healthcare decisions.
DISCLAIMER
This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to medications, supplements, diet, or lifestyle.
Increasing insulin resistance has been associated with increased severity and prevalence of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
Health Beyond Weight Loss helps you understand insulin resistance, blood sugar, metabolic health, type 2 diabetes, obesity, inflammation, hormones, and the hidden connections that affect your energy, weight, brain function, digestion, and long-term health.
New episodes every Monday and Thursday.
If this episode helped you, please subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review. Every review helps us reach more people looking for answers and make better healthcare decisions.
DISCLAIMER
This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to medications, supplements, diet, or lifestyle.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
✔ Cortisol is not the enemy — it is designed to help wake us up and respond to life's demands.
✔ Chronic stress and constant stimulation may keep the body in "survival mode."
✔ Poor sleep can negatively affect insulin sensitivity and blood sugar regulation.
✔ Blood sugar instability may contribute to fatigue, cravings, mood swings, and poor sleep quality.
✔ Consistent sleep habits, blood sugar stability, and stress management can support metabolic health.
✔ Sometimes the most important health advice is surprisingly simple: Slow down.
RESEARCH & STUDIES MENTIONED:
Sleep Restriction and Reduced Insulin Sensitivity:
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC2927933/
Sleep, Stress, and Metabolic Health Review:
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4688585/
Stress, Cortisol, and Abdominal Obesity Review:
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5958156/
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🎙 Episode 16:
Always Tired, Congested, or Allergic? The Hidden Link Between Blood Sugar, Vitamin D & Inflammation
🎙 Episode 15:
Always Hungry? How Constant Snacking Keeps Insulin High All Day
🎙 Episode 14:
Fatty Liver & Insulin Resistance: 5 Early Signs Your Liver Is Struggling (And What To Do)
🎙 Episode 13:
Still Gaining Weight Eating "Healthy"? 5 Foods Spiking Your Blood Sugar Every Day
Health Beyond Weight Loss is a podcast dedicated to helping you understand insulin resistance, blood sugar, metabolic health, type 2 diabetes prevention, weight loss, brain fog, fatigue, hormones, and practical lifestyle strategies that empower you to make informed healthcare decisions.
DISCLAIMER:
This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, medications, supplements, or lifestyle.
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DISCLAIMER:
This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, supplements, medications, or lifestyle.
