Examining the value of a prediabetes diagnosis
Several recent studies look at how we define prediabetes, how likely it is to progress to diabetes, and its utility as an early metabolic health warning.
Metabolic Health
Improving insulin through diet: calories vs. carbs
In part three of Ben Bikman’s series, he looks at the effects of energy and hormones on insulin resistance and offers tips for building an insulin-friendly diet
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Esther Dyson thinks the future of health is self-awareness … and a society that makes good choices easy
Here's why the activist philanthropist believes more personalized data and better systems will help us all live healthier lives
5 min read
Five metabolic-health myths—busted
We dispel some of the most common misconceptions about metabolism and blood sugar to help you make healthier diet and lifestyle decisions
5 min read
What we know about dairy and blood sugar
Milk, cheese, yogurt, and other dairy products may not immediately spike your blood sugar, but they could make you more insulin resistant over time.
How your gut microbiome affects your metabolic health
The organisms that make up your microbiome impact how your body processes food and your overall health. Here's how you can keep your microbiome healthy.