<p>Welcome to the metabolism masterclass!</p><p>Dr. Ben Bikman (Ph.D Professor BYU), a powerhouse in metabolism science, joins Dave to expose the truth about <strong>insulin resistance</strong>—the silent epidemic fueling obesity, chronic disease, and low energy. Forget the outdated calorie-counting nonsense (it doesn’t work)—Dr. Bikman reveals <strong>how your hormones, not just your diet, control your metabolism</strong> and what you can do to reset it fast. </p><p>From <strong>debunking diet myths</strong> to uncovering why some people can eat 400 grams of carbs and never gain fat (hint: it’s not what you think), this episode unpacks the <strong>real science of fat storage, energy, and optimal health.</strong> Get ready for <strong>mind-blowing insights, metabolic hacks, and a new way to think about food, fasting, and longevity.</strong> </p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Learn:</strong> </p><p>• <strong>The #1 driver of insulin resistance—and why most doctors miss it</strong> </p><p>• Why <strong>eating more fat</strong> (yes, really) could be the key to reversing metabolic dysfunction </p><p>• How <strong>fasting, cold therapy, and red light</strong> impact your metabolism </p><p>• The truth about <strong>carbs, seed oils, and why some people can’t gain fat</strong> </p><p>• How to tell if <strong>insulin resistance is wrecking your energy & health</strong> </p><p><br></p><p> <strong>Resources:</strong>  </p><p>• <strong>Dave Asprey’s New Book - <em>Heavily Meditated</em>:</strong> <a href="https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated/</a> </p><p>•  <strong>Benjamin’s new book <em>How Not To Get Sick :</em> </strong> <a href="https://a.co/d/aADlMWv" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://a.co/d/aADlMWv</a> </p><p>• <strong>Benjamin’s YouTube Page – </strong> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@benbikman" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@benbikman</a> </p><p>• <strong>2025 Biohacking Conference</strong>: <a href="https://biohackingconference.com/2025" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://biohackingconference.com/2025</a> </p><p>• <strong>Danger Coffee</strong>: <a href="https://dangercoffee.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://dangercoffee.com</a> </p><p>• <strong>Dave Asprey’s Website</strong>: <a href="https://daveasprey.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://daveasprey.com</a> </p><p>• <strong>Dave Asprey’s Linktree</strong>: <a href="https://linktr.ee/daveasprey" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://linktr.ee/daveasprey</a> </p><p>• <strong>Upgrade Collective – Join The Human Upgrade Podcast Live</strong>: <a href="https://www.ourupgradecollective.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.ourupgradecollective.com</a> </p><p>• <strong>Own an Upgrade Labs</strong>: <a href="https://ownanupgradelabs.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://ownanupgradelabs.com</a> </p><p>• <strong>Upgrade Labs</strong>: <a href="https://upgradelabs.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://upgradelabs.com</a> </p><p>• <strong>40 Years of Zen – Neurofeedback Training for Advanced Cognitive Enhancement</strong>: <a href="https://40yearsofzen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://40yearsofzen.com</a> </p><p><br></p><p><strong>SPONSORS: </strong> </p><p>-Lumiram | Go to <a href="http://healthlighting.com/dave" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://healthlighting.com/dave</a> to save 10% on your order. </p><p>-Timeline | Head to <a href="https://www.timeline.com/dave" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.timeline.com/dave</a> to get 10% off your first order. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Timestamps:</strong> </p><p><strong>00:00</strong> Trailer </p><p><strong>00:52</strong> Introduction to Dr. Benjamin Bikman </p><p><strong>02:20</strong> The Battle Against Conventional Dietetics </p><p><strong>04:12</strong> Understanding Insulin Resistance </p><p><strong>06:29</strong> The Two Paths to Insulin Resistance </p><p><strong>10:19</strong> Fasting and Metabolic Health </p><p><strong>14:11</strong> Insulin and Cognitive Enhancement </p><p><strong>18:16</strong> Identifying Insulin Resistance </p><p><strong>30:12</strong> The Role of Insulin in Fat Storage </p><p><strong>42:04</strong> Understanding Glucose and Insulin Dynamics </p><p><strong>42:26</strong> The Role of Exercise in Glucose Regulation </p><p><strong>42:54</strong> AMPK and Muscle Contraction </p><p><strong>45:21</strong> Calories In, Calories Out Debate </p><p><strong>46:15</strong> The Myth of Calorie Counting </p><p><strong>50:13</strong> Ketosis and Metabolic Rate </p><p><strong>51:14</strong> Intermittent Fasting and Muscle Preservation </p><p><strong>55:21</strong> Insulin Resistance and Ketogenic Diets </p><p><strong>01:02:04</strong> Circadian Rhythm and Insulin Sensitivity <