Rethinking Diabetes

The book delves into the historical treatment of diabetes, highlighting the shift from strict dietary restrictions to a more lenient approach centered on insulin therapy and medications. Despite this shift, diabetes rates have surged, particularly in underserved communities. Gary Taubes critiques the prevailing medical guidance, suggesting that decades of misconceptions have led to inadequate care. He advocates for a dietary re-evaluation, emphasizing reduced carbohydrate intake and increased fat consumption, while calling for renewed clinical trials to address long-standing controversies in diabetes management.