🎙️ Podcast Summary – Pack Dumping: The Management of Type II Diabetes In this episode, we take a deep dive into Type II Diabetes—what it is, why controlling it matters, and how much control you really have over it. We start by busting a major myth: Type II Diabetes isn’t inherited.  Instead, it’s driven by lifestyle factors—specifically, how your body becomes resistant to insulin over time.  Imagine your tissues like clogged roadside drains—too much glucose (rain water) builds up in the bloodstream (street), creating acidic blood environments and damaging vital systems like your kidneys, eyes, and nerves.  Over time, this can lead to serious complications: amputations, kidney failure requiring dialysis, vision loss, and even premature death—on average, 10 years off your life. 💰 The financial toll? Around $85,000 per patient, contributing to rising insurance premiums for everyone. So what can you do about it? 🔑 The Big Three: Sleep, Nutrition, and Exercise 💤 Sleep Research shows poor sleep significantly increases your risk.  One study found that just six nights of four hours of sleep made people 40% less effective at absorbing glucose.  👉 Sleep tips: Cool, dark room Same bedtime and wake time every day Cut alcohol before bed—it disrupts REM sleep and fragments your rest 🍲 Nutrition Everyone is told to “eat less processed food,” but how?  Start with the 80/20 rule—aim for 80% whole foods and 20% flexibility. And yes, you can eat carbs—don’t fall for the carb fear-mongering. 🏃‍♂️ 🏋️‍♂️ Exercise Regular movement is one of the most effective ways to lower blood glucose and improve insulin sensitivity.  👉 One client in New London  saw a significant A1C drop after returning to his gym of 3x/wk. 💥 Clinical Bottom Line: You don’t inherit Type II Diabetes—you inherit habits.. And habits can change. Whether you're on meds or not, there is a chance to reverse or prevent this disease by consistently improving your lifestyle choices. Start simple.. Pick just one area—sleep, nutrition, or exercise—and make one small change.  Stick to it for three weeks, then layer in another.  That’s 9 changes by the end of the year, and potentially a whole new trajectory for your health. 📣 CTA: Head over to our new website to get tools, resources to support your journey.   WiFI Physio Website HERE