Episode 2549- On this Friday show, Vinnie Tortorich welcomes Dr. Mark Cucuzzella, and they discuss managing diabetes and obesity, the need for hope, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2024/10/need-for-hope-dr-mark-cucuzzella-episode-2549 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - Managing Diabetes Mark is a Type 1 diabetic but has been an ultra-athlete. (2:00). He explains how he manages his T1 diabetes without medication, even insulin, on most days. Only some people can do this, however. Bethany McKenzie figured out how to manage her son’s diabetes, but it was a battle with her doctors. (8:00) You can watch the movie to learn more about her son River’s story. Using a continuous glucose monitor is a fantastic way to keep track of your blood glucose and see how your body reacts to various foods. (13:00) The Need for Hope Vinnie asks Mark about his knowledge of GLP-1s. (16:00) Mark explains how it works. The use of GLP-1s is very nuanced. It’s been used for diabetics in low doses for about 15 years; however, the high-dose strategies can be harmful. It’s important to eat protein and work your muscles. (25:00) People with morbid obesity have extra challenges. They need to know there is hope, too. The long-term effects of an unhealthy society are frightening. (33:00) It has far-reaching effects like the fitness of our military. Mark explains how young boys are becoming estrogenic due to excess belly fat. (39:00) Being overweight is just a biomarker of insulin resistance, and insulin resistance is a biomarker of a poor food environment. (41:00) Mark recommends reading an article in The Guardian by Neil Barsky. There are complications with medical ethics and the use and availability of GLP-1s. (52:00) You can find Mark at   His book: is available in Vinnie's Book Club More Great Info: Go to the website to learn more and get involved! VINNIE IS SPEAKING AND SERENA WILL BE THERE AS WELL! BRING THE FAMILY!   (27:30) It’s listed under “Special Interest” with a PG-13 rating. There is nothing in it to have earned a PG-13 rating—it’s family-friendly. Buy or rent it, rate it, and review it! Watching, rating, and giving good reviews will help him expand the documentary's reach.   Don’t forget about the NSNG® Foods promo code! Use promo code VINNIE at the checkout and get 15% off. The promo code ONLY works on the NSNG® Foods website, NOT Amazon. Vinnie's rumble channel: Vinnie's X/Twitter channel: Vinnie shares an update to his website that you’ll want to check out: a VIP section! Go to   to join the waitlist! [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE  DIRTY KETO (2024) The documentary launched in August 2024! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie’s fourth documentary in just over five years. Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11, 2022! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie’s third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes):  Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)!  Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: