Muscle, Glucose, and the Real Case for Plant-Forward Eating - What Actually Moves the Needle on Insulin Resistance | Dr. Prasanthi | Part 3

This episode is about the actual mechanism behind insulin resistance - and why most advice skips it. In Part 3 of this conversation, Dr. Prasanthi breaks down how muscle mass drives glucose absorption, what real plant-based nutrition requires, and why continuous glucose monitors aren't for everyone. This wasn't a wellness-influencer conversation. It was a clinical one.We cover: Why muscle - not cardio duration - is the primary lever for insulin sensitivity The actual glucose spike targets clinicians use, and why there's no single "right number" What plant-based eaters actually need to supplement (B12, vitamin D) - and what they don't Why intermittent fasting isn't the diabetes-reversal tool it's marketed as Whether a non-diabetic should bother wearing a CGMIf you're managing insulin resistance, supporting someone who is, or just tired of vague blood sugar advice, this conversation will feel useful. This isn't a highlight reel. It's a practical breakdown of how blood sugar actually works - under real constraints, not hindsight.Reach out: [email protected] Milestones is a video podcast featuring honest conversations with founders, parents, and investors about building real businesses, staying healthy, and raising families.New episodes release Tuesdays and Fridays.Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChiefMilestonesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/chiefmilestones/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7HLDAe7SP3GnJSTOgAQqLy?si=6e9ac82be46f413cApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chief-milestones/id1861185226