PCOS, Insulin Resistance, and the Low-Carb Fix for Women’s Health
03/14/25 • 50 min
🎥 In this episode, Dr. Brian Mowll welcomes registered dietitian Temple Stewart to discuss the power of low-carb nutrition for women’s health, insulin resistance, and metabolic healing. Temple shares her personal journey—from struggling with PCOS and weight gain to reversing her symptoms through a ketogenic approach. They break down why conventional diet advice often fails and how strategic dietary changes can help women take control of their blood sugar and hormones.
Why PCOS Is More Than Just a Hormonal Issue
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is often treated with medication, but the real root cause for most women is insulin resistance. Temple explains how blood sugar dysfunction drives hormone imbalances—and why fixing insulin levels naturally can restore cycles, improve fertility, and reverse stubborn weight gain.
The Key to Sustainable Blood Sugar Control
Many women struggle with hunger, cravings, and low energy because they’re eating the wrong balance of macronutrients. Temple outlines how prioritizing protein, healthy fats, and non-starchy vegetables can stabilize blood sugar, support metabolic health, and make weight loss easier—without tracking calories or feeling deprived.
Why Muscle Matters for Women’s Health
Blood sugar control isn’t just about diet—muscle plays a crucial role in insulin sensitivity. Temple shares why women need to prioritize strength training, how even short workouts can make a big impact, and why building lean muscle is key to long-term health and disease prevention.
The Bottom Line
PCOS, insulin resistance, and metabolic dysfunction aren’t lifelong conditions. With the right approach to food, exercise, and supplementation, women can regain control of their health, improve hormone balance, and feel their best.
Key Takeaways
6:42 – Why PCOS is like “diabetes of the ovaries”
12:15 – The role of insulin in hormone imbalances
18:27 – How diet influences cravings and energy levels
24:49 – The best foods for satiety and metabolic health
32:10 – Why strength training is critical for women
38:21 – The supplements that can support blood sugar and hormone balance
Resources
Website: https://templestewartrd.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.ketogenic.nutritionist
Facebook: facebook.com/templestewartrdn
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🎥 In this episode, Dr. Brian Mowll welcomes registered dietitian Temple Stewart to discuss the power of low-carb nutrition for women’s health, insulin resistance, and metabolic healing. Temple shares her personal journey—from struggling with PCOS and weight gain to reversing her symptoms through a ketogenic approach. They break down why conventional diet advice often fails and how strategic dietary changes can help women take control of their blood sugar and hormones.
Why PCOS Is More Than Just a Hormonal Issue
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is often treated with medication, but the real root cause for most women is insulin resistance. Temple explains how blood sugar dysfunction drives hormone imbalances—and why fixing insulin levels naturally can restore cycles, improve fertility, and reverse stubborn weight gain.
The Key to Sustainable Blood Sugar Control
Many women struggle with hunger, cravings, and low energy because they’re eating the wrong balance of macronutrients. Temple outlines how prioritizing protein, healthy fats, and non-starchy vegetables can stabilize blood sugar, support metabolic health, and make weight loss easier—without tracking calories or feeling deprived.
Why Muscle Matters for Women’s Health
Blood sugar control isn’t just about diet—muscle plays a crucial role in insulin sensitivity. Temple shares why women need to prioritize strength training, how even short workouts can make a big impact, and why building lean muscle is key to long-term health and disease prevention.
The Bottom Line
PCOS, insulin resistance, and metabolic dysfunction aren’t lifelong conditions. With the right approach to food, exercise, and supplementation, women can regain control of their health, improve hormone balance, and feel their best.
Key Takeaways
6:42 – Why PCOS is like “diabetes of the ovaries”
12:15 – The role of insulin in hormone imbalances
18:27 – How diet influences cravings and energy levels
24:49 – The best foods for satiety and metabolic health
32:10 – Why strength training is critical for women
38:21 – The supplements that can support blood sugar and hormone balance
Resources
Website: https://templestewartrd.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.ketogenic.nutritionist
Facebook: facebook.com/templestewartrdn
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Previous Episode
The Truth About Fat Loss, Blood Sugar, and Why Exercise Is the Missing Link
🎥 In this episode, Dr. Brian Mowll welcomes back Dr. Ted Naiman for a deep dive into the science of fat loss, blood sugar control, and why your body’s energy balance matters more than ever. They discuss the key principles of satiety, how to structure your diet for metabolic health, and why exercise is the missing link for many struggling with weight loss.
Why Energy Balance Is the Key to Reversing Diabetes
Many people believe solving type 2 diabetes is just about cutting carbs, but Dr. Naiman breaks down why it’s really an issue of energy toxicity. When your liver, muscles, and fat cells are overloaded, blood sugar rises—and the solution isn’t just about restricting carbs but also improving how your body burns and stores energy.
How to Eat for Satiety and Metabolic Health
Dr. Naiman shares his latest insights on choosing foods that keep you full while lowering your overall calorie intake. He explains why prioritizing protein, fiber, and low-energy-density foods is the best way to improve insulin sensitivity, lose fat, and maintain muscle mass.
The Role of Exercise in Fixing Your Metabolism
Diet alone isn’t enough. Dr. Naiman emphasizes that if you’re struggling to lose weight or keep it off, you’re likely missing the exercise component. He reveals how increasing your energy expenditure through strength training and cardio can make all the difference in appetite control and long-term fat loss.
The Bottom Line
The secret to lasting metabolic health isn’t extreme dieting—it’s about balancing protein, fiber, and energy intake while staying active. This episode unpacks the latest research and practical strategies to help you take control of your blood sugar and body composition.
Key Takeaways
6:42 – Why type 2 diabetes is an energy storage issue
12:15 – The best foods for satiety and fat loss
18:27 – How to balance protein, carbs, and fats for blood sugar control
24:49 – The problem with ultra-processed, high-fat foods
32:10 – The exercise strategies that actually improve insulin sensitivity
38:21 – How to sustain weight loss without metabolic slowdown
Resources:
Website: tednaiman.com/
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@tednaiman
Instagram: www.instagram.com/tednaiman
Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B08124ZVZ6
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