FROM LADA TO LOW-CARB: THE ZENOBAR STORY
Your lab work is normal,” my doctor said reassuringly after my annual physical. “…Oh, your fasting glucose is 103, but I’m sure that’s just a blip since you’re thin, fit and healthy. See you next year!” Hanging up, I thought, “Blip, what blip?” After some quick research, I bought a blood glucose meter, ate 100 grams of white bread and watched the readings climb to 175—prediabetic, according to the internet. My doctor referred me to an endocrinologist who said, “Don’t worry. You don’t have a d...
more