I'm a male, 25 years old. I was in (seemingly) good health when my wife discovered the SP and we started following it because we wanted to have good eating habits and stay healthy. I have been following the program (both books) for about 2 years (more strictly the 2nd year). I thought I must be doing pretty good, but I went to the doctor for a physical and blood tests returned these results.

Insulin: 5 (should be 6 or higher)
Cortisol: 30 (should not be above 22)
Blood sugar: 101 (should not be above 99)

Triglyc: 53
Chol: 250
LDL: 180
HDL: 60

The doctor says he is concerned and that I should see an endocrinologist. The thing is, I'm not inclined to trust anyone besides Schwarzbein, but there's no way I can afford to see her. Does anyone with experience have any ideas on why my insulin and cortisol levels are so messed up?

I am strict with SP. I measure my protein and carbohydrates (never more than 35g per meal, never more than 15g per snack). I don't have the diabetic body shape or anything. I LOOK totally normal and healthy, but my blood test shows otherwise.

Please help.

--Timothy