125-Q&A with Dr Vincent Buscemi

Chronic diseases—including type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and Alzheimer’s—stem from underlying metabolic dysfunction and insulin resistance rather than isolated, unrelated conditions. Modern medical practice frequently prioritizes symptom management through pharmaceuticals, often overlooking the efficacy of lifestyle interventions. Adopting a ketogenic diet or intermittent fasting effectively lowers insulin levels, reversing metabolic syndrome and addressing the root causes of these conditions. High fructose consumption, particularly in processed foods, acts as a primary driver of liver damage and metabolic imbalance. Beyond physical health, metabolic stability significantly influences mental clarity and psychiatric symptoms, as evidenced by clinical applications in treating epilepsy and severe mental illness. Dr. Robert Lufkin, a physician and professor, highlights these insights, drawing from his personal experience reversing chronic illness and his research into the metabolic origins of disease.