Episode Details

Traditional medication doesn't always work. Besides, it can be expensive. There are also claims that the long-term impact of some medicines isn't good for your health. In this episode, Dr. Steve talks about the adverse effect and brand names for type 2 diabetes. He also shares a tip to reduce glucose and insulin levels without needing medication. Listen and learn why replacing drug medicine with a healthy diet is better.

[00:01 - 05:43] Different Mechanisms To Keep Your Blood Glucose Low

The two hormones that are mainly secreted by the pancreas are Insulin and Glucagon.

Insulin gets rid of glucose in different ways.

Glucagon is secreted by the pancreas when you need fast energy.

Glucagon-like Peptide (GLP-1) and Glucose-dependent Insulinotropic Polypeptide (GIP) are hormones secreted from the intestinal cells.

DPP-4 deactivates the GLP-1 and GIP, so the DDP-4 inhibitor medications cause GLP-1 and GIP to stay in the blood longer than the body wants it to.

[05:44 - 08:39] Popular Brand Names For Diabetes Medication

Trulicity, Byetta or Bydureon, Victoza or Saxenda, Ozempic, Wegovy and Adlyxin are GLP-1 agonist and can increase stomach emptying time, and keep insulin levels elevated, which can have adverse effects.

Tradjenta, Onglyza, Januvia, and Nesina are DDP-4 inhibitor drugs that block the enzyme that tears down GLP-1 and GIP.

Medications such as semaglutide are being used to curb appetite and keep insulin levels high.

[08:40 - 11:10] The Risks and Side Effects of Semaglutide Drug Medication

Nausea is the biggest effect of semaglutide drug medication.

The risk of thyroid C cell tumor is a warning which can be found in the black box.

Abdominal pain happens to 6 - 20% of the patients who take this medication.

Constipation 3 - 24% of the patients.

Diarrhea, which is 9 - 30% of the patients.

Vomiting, which is 5 - 24% of the patients.

Fatigue, which is 11% of the patients.

Headaches, which is 14% of the patients.

[11:11 -15:41] Closing Segment

All of these medications can be avoided if you avoid carbohydrates, which also have adverse effects.

Medications are too expensive.

The medication can increase or decrease your glucose levels but also increase your insulin levels.

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