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Great post!

In addition to strength training, taking 10 minute walks after meals is an excellent way to improve insulin sensitivity. Stan Efferding discusses how they are twice as effective as metformin --

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=47UtEjhTUjA

They are also *free*!

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Thank you for that link and reference. Did not know that. Walks are "free" as you say, and can contribute sneakily to overall health in a variety of ways. Obviously, Luks and Sullivan are coming at from two different perspectives. A highly knowledgeable person like yourself will likely have some technical quarrels with both. I wanted to highlight the areas of agreement -- especially for people who are new to or returning to strength training and back to taking ownership of one's health. I'm not sure I learned anything new from Luks -- but it is a book I would gift, because the advice is fundamentally sound and provides a gentle but viable path forward. Glad you found the post in the right direction!

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Jul 10, 2022Liked by Data Humanist

We've turned "Stan Efferding" into a verb at my household that translates to "go for a 10min walk". The great thing about it being 2x as effective as metformin, is that it can be used in addition for an even greater effect. Unfortunately it is very hard to find endocrinologists interested in integrating lifestyle and pharmacological support for T2DM. They don't even typically treat diabetes. They also have practice guidelines saying that T2DM can't be reversed. I've seen it done, but this shouldn't be a surprise given who sponsors the ADA and who benefits from a progressive increase in need for prescription medication.

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Thank you! Great link.

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Just finished, and it is an outstanding video presentation -- and Stan Efferding seems a great source.

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Jul 11, 2022Liked by Data Humanist

Thank you for this timely post. An objective kick-in-the-butt when needed. Will take it as a sign and follow links. Appreciate you taking the time to care for your fellows.

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I'm a sinner not a saint, and I write these to keep my own ass moving on the right path. The body count is real, my man. Call it "deaths from despair" or "lifestyle disease" or whatever you please. Don't accept my crazed paranioa about our captured gov., Big Pharma, etc. But if you or I just trust in Big Med to solve the problems for us -- well, I just ask that you look around.

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Jul 13, 2022Liked by Data Humanist

Agree. Looking around; it’s not simple because we’re in systems that do not support the alternatives. Hard to find the path to healthy living when the systems encourage drugged dependency. “Come, help pay for our latest expensive equipment!” say the hospitals. Found Dr. Tom Cowan; he’s on his own and worth checking out.

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Jul 14, 2022Liked by Data Humanist

Update: 1) ‘The Barbell Prescription’ arrived; it’s already a winner with the foresight of large print. It’s also the correct size to have spiral bound at the copy center, which is helpful.

2) On working in the walks: today it occurred to me that the back is going to be hurting simply standing; might as well be moving while upright. I have slightly increased the time, due to only 2 meals @ day. Maybe I will incorporate a late night.

So far, so good. Thanks.

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Great! Glad you are enjoying the read and activity! I am in Stockholm right for a wedding. So my apologies for a delay in response.

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No problem; didn’t expect reply. My older son, by first wife, returned from Stockholm one week ago, July 11. He met up with his Swedish wife, and two daughters, at her parents home in time for the solstice. Hope you’re enjoying your visit.

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Jul 10, 2022Liked by Data Humanist

Thank you for this synthesis, DH! I heartily agree! It is not easy to make the changes at first, but success builds upon success. I think many folks don't stick with things long enough to reap the benefits of that first small change, be it eating better food, moving more, or putting down the phone. But see the benefits of just one of those changes, and that sense of improvement becomes the new addiction :).

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Thank you for stopping by and for the comments. Excellent points. Consistency, not (just) intensity. And being patient with one's self. Luks does have some good comments on that in his book.

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Very good and informative piece. Will be linking today @https://nothingnewunderthesun2016.com/

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Thank you!

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Thanks for sharing this critical information. It should be required reading for all high school kids!

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