Why We Get Sick

"Insulin resistance is the epidemic you may have never heard of." Prevalence and impact. Insulin resistance affects up to 88% of adults in the United States and is a precursor to numerous chronic diseases. It's linked to heart disease, cancer, Alzheimer's, and other conditions that are becoming increasingly common. Despite its prevalence, many people and even some healthcare professionals are unaware of its significance. Symptoms and diagnosis. Common signs of insulin resistance include: To diagnose insulin resistance, doctors should measure fasting insulin levels, not just glucose. A fasting

Lesson 1: Insulin resistance is the hidden epidemic behind chronic diseases

This principle from Why We Get Sick is backed by Benjamin Bikman's extensive research and real-world examples. Understanding it deeply can shift how you approach decisions, relationships, and long-term planning in meaningful ways.

Lesson 2: Excess insulin, not just glucose, is the root cause of metabolic disorders

This principle from Why We Get Sick is backed by Benjamin Bikman's extensive research and real-world examples. Understanding it deeply can shift how you approach decisions, relationships, and long-term planning in meaningful ways.

Lesson 3: Insulin resistance affects multiple organs and systems in the body

This principle from Why We Get Sick is backed by Benjamin Bikman's extensive research and real-world examples. Understanding it deeply can shift how you approach decisions, relationships, and long-term planning in meaningful ways.

How to Apply Why We Get Sick's Lessons

The real value of Why We Get Sick lies in its applicability. After reading, the most important step is identifying which of Benjamin Bikman's principles speak most directly to your current situation.

Consider keeping a journal while reading — noting where the ideas challenge your current approach and where they confirm what you already suspected. The friction of your own resistance often points to the most important insights.

Key Quote

"Insulin resistance is the hidden epidemic behind chronic diseases" — Benjamin Bikman, Why We Get Sick

About the Author

Benjamin Bikman is the author of Why We Get Sick. The book reflects years of research, observation, and synthesis of evidence from multiple disciplines.