In this episode, Dr. Ed and Liz discuss the April 2025 recognition of a unique form of Diabetes (Type 5) affecting those who have experienced prolonged malnutrition at a young age. What do we know about Type 5, and what unique insight could an eating disorder specialist provide to this newly recognized condition?

Research:

https://diabetesjournals.org/care/article/45/6/1428/146920/An-Atypical-Form-of-Diabetes-Among-Individuals

https://medicalxpress.com/news/2025-04-diabetes.html

https://idf.org/news/new-type-5-diabetes-working-group/

In this episode, Liz and Dr. Ed dive deep into the uber popular diet/lifestyle known as Intermittent Fasting. They break down the diet (by the end you will know what OMAD, 18:6, 20:4 and other lingo mean!) and then get into a very passionate discussion of its effects on the body. By the end, we offer advice for how to talk to someone in your life who may be pursuing IF.

Resource: https://newsroom.heart.org/news/8-hour-time-restricted-eating-linked-to-a-91-higher-risk-of-cardiovascular-death

This episode is a companion piece to Episode 35. In this ep, Dr. Ed breaks down the essential tests he gives patients when they first enter his care. He explains the how and the why for each test he performs - and what crucial information can be gleaned from each. We hope this is a useful resource for other care providers or those interested in why a doctor orders certain tests.

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