Why too many focus on glucose, but not insulin
In an excerpt from “Why We Get Sick,” Ben Bikman explains why metabolic health often focuses on glucose when insulin may be the main character
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Six ways metabolic health impacts women’s health
Here's how obesity, skin health, and other issues are fundamentally rooted in blood sugar dysfunction and insulin resistance.
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8 Micronutrients essential for metabolic health
Micronutrients are like tools that help our cellular machinery function better. Here's how they work, and how to ensure you're getting enough
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How glucose and insulin affect our digestive system
In an excerpt from “Why We Get Sick,” Ben Bikman explains how glucose and insulin drive acid reflux, gallstones and other GI disorders.
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What is sucrose?
Sucrose—table sugar—is a common added sweetener. It’s made of glucose and fructose, and too much can cause metabolic damage in your body.
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How monitoring ketones and glucose can help you achieve metabolic flexibility
Your body’s ability to switch between burning glucose and fat is a sign of optimal metabolic health. Here’s how ketone monitoring fits in