<p>What if <b>sweetness itself isn’t the real problem</b>?</p><p>In this episode, Claudia welcomes back <b>Sakiko Reuterskiöld</b>, founder and CEO of <b>NOMOSU</b>, to explore the science of <b>sugar, fructose, fiber, cravings, sweeteners, the microbiome, and metabolic health</b>. Sakiko explains why many people may be blaming the wrong thing when it comes to blood sugar, weight gain, and long-term metabolic dysfunction and why the bigger issue may be <b>excess sugar, especially liquid fructose, low fiber intake, and the structure of modern foods</b>.<br /></p><p>They discuss the difference between <b>sweet taste and metabolic harm</b>, why <b>liquid fructose</b> may be especially damaging over time, how <b>fiber supports satiety, insulin sensitivity, and gut health</b>, and what the science really says about <b>stevia, erythritol, cacao, and so-called “healthy” sugars</b>. This episode is especially relevant for anyone who wants better <b>energy, fewer cravings, improved blood sugar control, and a smarter, more science-backed relationship with sweetness</b>.<br /><br />Ready to upgrade your health, energy, and longevity? Download my free 10 Life &amp; Longevity Hacks Playbook and start living smarter, stronger, and longer → <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://longevity-and-lifestyle.com/freebie" target="_blank">https://longevity-and-lifestyle.com/freebie</a> </p><h2><b>Timestamps</b></h2><p><b>00:00</b> Intro and Sakiko’s mission to rethink sweetness through metabolic and gut health<br /> <b>02:08</b> Why sweetness itself may not be the real problem<br /> <b>03:57</b> Glucose vs fructose — and why fructose can be more harmful over time<br /> <b>05:32</b> Why liquid fructose is especially damaging for metabolic health<br /> <b>06:44</b> Sakiko’s personal story with sugar, cravings, and energy<br /> <b>08:39</b> Dates, honey, maple syrup, and agave — are they really healthier?<br /> <b>12:18</b> The biggest misinformation around sweeteners and health headlines<br /> <b>13:55</b> Stevia, monk fruit, erythritol, xylitol, allulose, and sweet proteins explained<br /> <b>16:19</b> Erythritol controversy — what people may be misunderstanding<br /> <b>19:38</b> Stevia deep dive — insulin sensitivity, cravings, and misconceptions<br /> <b>24:17</b> Have we lost the ability to taste real sweetness?<br /> <b>26:57</b> How to reset your palate and reduce sugar cravings<br /> <b>27:45</b> Why fiber is foundational for metabolic health and healthspan<br /> <b>29:49</b> Fiber, satiety hormones, GLP-1, and fullness signals<br /> <b>30:46</b> Easy fiber upgrades and practical daily strategies<br /> <b>31:12</b> Fiber, cravings, short-chain fatty acids, and the microbiome<br /> <b>32:28</b> Inulin, fructose handling, and the gut-liver connection<br /> <b>34:00</b> Fiber and cardiovascular health, LDL, ApoB, and inflammation<br /> <b>44:33</b> Where to find Sakiko and learn more about NOMOSU<br /></p><p>Learn more about Peptides for High Performance; <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://peptidefoundation.lumaralearn.com/" target="_blank">https://peptidefoundation.lumaralearn.com/</a> <br /><br />If you enjoy science-backed conversations on <b>longevity, metabolic health, biohacking, brain health, women’s health, and performance optimization</b>, subscribe and turn on notifications so you don’t miss upcoming episodes.<br /></p><p>#longevity #metabolichealth #bloodsugar #fiber #guthealth #biohacking #nutrition #healthoptimization #sugar<br /></p>