Part two explains how insulin can spike even when blood sugar doesn’t rise significantly, emphasizing that repeated insulin spikes contribute to insulin resistance and related metabolic conditions such as type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease, and may affect transitions like perimenopause to postmenopause and andropause. #insulinresistance #metabolichealth #hormonehealth #guthealth 00:00 Insulin Spikes Without Blood Sugar Spikes (Part 2 Intro)00:33 Why Insulin Resistance Matters: Chronic Disease + Menopause/Andropause02:04 The Umami Trap: MSG, Soy Sauce & Mushroom Seasonings03:52 Free Glutamate Explained: How It Triggers a Pancreas Insulin Dump07:00 Smarter Swaps & Meal Pairing: Coconut Aminos + Chicken Adobo Tips09:09 Restaurant “Heavenly” Flavor Boosters: Synergists + Sugar = Double Whammy10:57 Better Seasoning Alternatives + Series Wrap & How to Get Help