Welcome to The Low Carb Universe Show!
Every Wednesday you’ll find a new and fresh episode of our podcast here to give you your weekly health boost!
And of course we’d love to answer any questions you might have! Just e-mail us or write your question in a comment and we may just answer yours on the air.
Dr Ali al Lawati on Type 1 Diabetes
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“You need to give up something to gain something.” – Dr. Ali al Lawati
Listen in as Hanna chats to internist and fellow Type 1 Diabetic, Dr. Ali al Lawati!
They talk about this (and much more!):
- Dr. Ali’s diagnosis story. When was he diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes, how and what was the diet he was advised to follow at first?
- How did Dr. Ali get into medicine?
- Insulin and the weight gain – how did Dr. Ali solve that?
- Diabetic complications – what can we do to halt them? And what did Dr. Ali do to reverse his?
- The incredible story of how Dr. Ali discovered that a low carb way of eating was right for him.
- Endocrinologists and basic biochemistry – what’s missing?
- Learn Dr. Ali’s top 3 tips to simplify you’re life with Diabetes
“It’s sad that a lot of doctors don’t know the power of changing lifestyles.” – Dr. Ali al Lawati
Both Dr. Ali and Hanna share some true gems in terms of their lives with Type 1 Diabetes, their struggles, wins and hope for the future. This episode is very special.
“You can never reach this level of comfort with Diabetes with a regular high carbohydrate, low fat diet. It’s impossible.” – Dr. Ali al Lawati
What did you learn? And who is your diabetes hero? Leave a comment below to let us know!
Ps. You can of course meet Dr. Ali al Lawati in Mallorca, Spain this November! Get your ticket for our signature event #LCU18 here!
Our Best Mallorca Tips
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In this episode, Bitte and Hanna share their very best Mallorca tips with you! They have both spent a good amount of time on the island and share some of their golden nuggets and personal recommendations. Mallorca is so much more than just kids clubs and all inclusive hotels!
- Hanna recommends going to a local farmers market, especially the one in Inca on Thursdays and the one in Alcudia on Tuesdays and Sundays.
- Bitte’s favorite lamb restaurants in Orient, as well as Es Verger in Castell d’Alaro.
- Hanna’s beach tips for Mallorca include: Puro Beach Club Illetas, Cala Formentor, Es Trenc , and Gran Folies in Andratx
- Where to eat sea food according to Bitte: Hotel Portixol (Hoel Espléndido’s sister hotel!), La Parada del Mar and Mar de Nudos.
- Fancy having dinner on a cliff with the most gorgeous sunset and delicious food? Cap Rocat Sea Club!
- Palma de Mallorca as a city is definitely wort a visit.
- Also, hear more about Bitte’s “shopping” ritual! And Hanna’s biggest hobby! And what is the Number One reason to visit the island? Find out here!
Hope these tips help you on your next trip to beautiful Mallorca.
Enjoy this episode of The Low Carb Universe Show!
Why Bitte Went Carnivore (or, Never Miss A Pap Smear!)
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Bitte is ready to reveal her reason for recently going carnivore, and it all started with a missed pap smear.
In this highly intimate conversation, Bitte and Hanna talk all about:
- HPV virus
- Cell changes and the severity of them
- (Swedish) health care mishaps
- Treatment & surgery
- Long awaited results and questions (that couldn’t be answered)
Ladies, please don’t skip out on having your pap smears done. It’s a painless procedure and can save you so much hassle in the future. Otherwise Bitte may just keep her promise mentioned in todays episode!