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EPISODE · Mar 26, 2026 · 11 MIN

Fasting Insulin: The Lost Biomarker

from Decoding Health · host Dr. Urban A. Kiernan

Send us Fan MailAre you relying on "normal" blood sugar levels to tell you you're healthy? You might be missing the most important metric of all. In this episode of Decoding Health, Dr. Urban A. Kiernan explains why fasting insulin is the "lost biomarker" that can predict metabolic issues years—or even decades—before they show up on a standard glucose test. In this episode, you’ll learn:- Why the term "pre-diabetes" gives patients a false sense of security.- The "Alcoholism Analogy" for understanding how insulin resistance builds up in your body.- Why a "normal" lab range for insulin might actually be a red flag.- How to advocate for yourself and get the right labs ordered at your next checkup.- Insights from world-leading expert Dr. Ben Bickman on optimal insulin levels.Don't wait for a diagnosis to take action. Knowledge is power. Watch now to learn how to decode your own metabolic health.Are you eager to explore more about health and wellness? Discover an all natural solution to combating the GLP-1 Receptor Agonist craze. Click on the link below and explore the Feel Great System - a clinically proven approach to boosting natural GLP-1 production, suppressing appetite and improving both your metabolism and weight.https://ufeelgreat.com/usa/en/c/LiveFreeAs a Decoding Health viewer, you get wholesale pricing and a money back guarantee. Give it a try and let us know your results.https://imbiopharma.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/urban-a-kiernan-ph-d-8568b621/https://www.youtube.com/@DecodingHealthPodcastThank you to our sponsor - iMetabolic Biopharma Corporation: Together, we can be the next stage in developing a revolutionary approach to drug discovery.  We give communities the opportunity to invest in their own health as we improve how drugs are discovered to make them more effective and affordable. Visit https://imbiopharma.com/ to learn more.This show is proudly produced at PS Studios — learn more https://www.psstudios.co

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Send us Fan Mail Are you relying on "normal" blood sugar levels to tell you you're healthy? You might be missing the most important metric of all. In this episode of Decoding Health, Dr. Urban A. Kiernan explains why fasting insulin is the "lost biomarker" that can predict metabolic issues years—or even decades—before they show up on a standard glucose test. In this episode, you’ll learn: - Why the term "pre-diabetes" gives patients a false sense of security. - The "Alcoholism Ana...

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