"Whole grain" and "whole wheat" appear on food labels from granola to cereal, but what do they mean, and are they actually good for you? Author: Ashley Welch Reviewer: Zoë Atlas, MPH, RDN Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/are-whole-grain-and-whole-wheat-products-healthy Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagra...
Sep 16, 2023•8 min•Ep. 379
Swapping white or wheat flour for these alternatives can add protein, fiber, and nutrients to your diet—and protect against big blood sugar swings. Author: Sharon Liao Reviewer: Stephanie Greunke, RD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/healthier-flours-for-stable-blood-sugar Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Insta...
Sep 15, 2023•11 min•Ep. 378
Several processes connect hot flashes to blood sugar. Here's how improving your metabolic health may lessen menopause symptoms. Author: Jennifer Chesak Reviewer: Dr. Ami Kapadia Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/can-blood-sugar-impact-hot-flashes Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and ...
Sep 13, 2023•13 min•Ep. 377
Emerging research suggests that today’s clinical targets for healthy glucose levels may still be too high for optimal health. Here’s what we know about blood sugar targets. Author: Monique Brouillette Reviewer: Rich Joseph, MD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/what-are-normal-glucose-levels Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on ...
Sep 04, 2023•16 min•Ep. 376
After being diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes as a child, Carol Driver has spent most of her life managing her blood sugar—but she’s discovered there’s always more to learn about nutrition and its effects. Author: Carol Driver Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/carol-driver-approaches-type-1-diabetes-with-an-experimentation-mindset Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow...
Sep 02, 2023•10 min•Ep. 375
White and even brown rice can send blood sugar soaring, but what about millet, bulgar, kamut, and other ancient grains? Why they may not be a better choice. Author: Sharon Liao Reviewer: Rich Joseph, MD Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Sep 01, 2023•13 min•Ep. 374
Exercise is one of the most critical things you can do to improve your metabolic health—here are all the ways it helps. Author: Greg Presto Reviewer: Matthew Laye, PhD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/the-ultimate-guide-to-exercise-and-metabolic-health Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Aug 30, 2023•25 min•Ep. 373
With the data she’s gathered from monitoring her glucose, Michaela is ready to see if bigger lifestyle changes will improve her metabolic health even more. Author: Jessica Migala Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/michaela-kilander-uses-her-cgm-to-improve-whole-body-health Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram an...
Aug 28, 2023•5 min•Ep. 372
Getting enough protein is vital for boosting satiety, stabilizing blood sugar, and supporting metabolic health. Here’s how to hit your daily quota. Author: Stephanie Eckelkamp Reviewer: Zoë Atlas, MPH, RDN Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/how-much-protein-do-i-need-and-how-do-i-get-enough Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Ins...
Aug 26, 2023•18 min•Ep. 371
Our blood sugar level between meals is one of the most common metabolic health metrics. Here’s why and what you should aim for. Author: The Levels Team Reviewer: Dr. Ami Kapadia Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/what-is-fasting-glucose-and-why-does-it-matter Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Aug 25, 2023•8 min•Ep. 370
Big umami flavor, loads of metabolically beneficial B vitamins, and a healthy dose of blood sugar-balancing protein—all in just a few sprinkles. Author: Stephanie Eckelkamp Reviewer: Zoë Atlas, MPH, RDN Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/foods-we-love-nutritional-yeast Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and ...
Aug 23, 2023•10 min•Ep. 369
Levels advisor Dom D’Agostino on whether or not you need to eat carbs before a race and what’s actually happening in your body when you do. Author: Dominic D'Agostino, PhD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/how-does-carb-loading-work-and-when-is-it-useful Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Aug 21, 2023•12 min•Ep. 368
Increase your energy and reduce your risk of chronic disease by building healthy, data-informed habits for optimal metabolic health. Author: The Levels Team Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/how-using-levels-can-improve-your-health Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Aug 19, 2023•9 min•Ep. 367
Blood sugar values from a continuous glucose monitor and a glucometer can vary by as much as 20%, but for people without diabetes, the trends are what matters. Author: Anna Brooks Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/why-doesnt-my-cgm-reading-match-my-finger-stick-reading Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and ...
Aug 18, 2023•10 min•Ep. 366
Making small changes to her habits via Levels guides transformed her mental and physical health—even without a CGM. Author: Jessica Migala Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/vero-encinas-rediscovered-her-health-and-motivation-through-levels Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Aug 16, 2023•8 min•Ep. 365
Eating for metabolic health doesn’t mean never touching a carb. Here are healthy sources and ways of eating carbohydrates. Author: Stephanie Eckelkamp Reviewer: Dr. Ami Kapadia Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/12-healthy-ways-to-eat-carbs Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Aug 14, 2023•19 min•Ep. 364
A new paper investigates the connection between feelings of loneliness and physical and mental health effects, and offers strategies to address both. Author: Stephanie Weng Reviewer: Dr. Molly Maloof Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/can-being-lonely-impact-your-metabolic-health Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram a...
Aug 13, 2023•9 min•Ep. 363
Yogurt is packed with beneficial probiotics—and, often, sugar. Get the scoop on how to choose the best options for your metabolic health. Author: Sharon Liao Reviewer: Stephanie Greunke, RD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/12-healthiest-yogurts-for-better-blood-sugar Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Jul 28, 2023•13 min•Ep. 362
Having optimal metabolic health can help lessen the impacts of the changes during the menopause transition. Author: Jennifer Chesak Reviewer: Anjali Dsouza, MD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/how-blood-sugar-can-impact-menopause-symptoms Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Jul 26, 2023•15 min•Ep. 361
Weight gain is common during menopause, but we often miss the underlying relationship to insulin and other hormonal changes. Author: Jennifer Chesak Reviewer: Anjali Dsouza, MD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/how-does-menopause-impact-weight-and-metabolic-health Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Jul 24, 2023•12 min•Ep. 360
This supplement may help stabilize hormone and glucose regulation to improve fertility and alleviate other PCOS symptoms. Author: Grace Newjik Reviewer: Dr. Ami Kapadia Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/should-people-with-pcos-consider-inositol-as-a-treatment Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Jul 22, 2023•13 min•Ep. 359
The Levels app unlocks much more than a simple glucose graph. Here’s how it can help you find healthy habits, track health trends, and more. Author: The Levels Team Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/5-things-you-can-learn-using-levels Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Jul 21, 2023•9 min•Ep. 358
Intermittent fasting can improve metabolic markers for some, but what you eat is still more important than when. Author: Mary Dennis Reviewer: Kelly LeVeque Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/does-how-often-you-eat-impact-metabolic-health Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Jul 19, 2023•13 min•Ep. 357
Metabolic health expert Dom D'Agostino, PhD, shares four ways real-time glucose data can help make you a better athlete. Author: Dominic D'Agostino, PhD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/how-can-cgm-help-improve-exercise-performance Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Jul 17, 2023•11 min•Ep. 356
After making metabolic changes that improved her health, her doctor told her that she had saved her own life. Author: Jessica Migala Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/with-cgm-susan-ward-feels-healthier-in-her-70s-than-she-has-in-decades Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Jul 15, 2023•5 min•Ep. 355
Colorful vegetables, lean proteins, and healthy fats amp up the flavor, textures, and nutrients to keep you satisfied and your glucose levels stable. Author: Audrey Bruno Reviewer: Stephanie Greunke, RD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/16-nutritious-salads-for-metabolic-health Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twit...
Jul 14, 2023•9 min•Ep. 354
Fasting can be a powerful tool for weight management and metabolic health. Here’s how CGMs can uplevel your fast. Author: The Levels Team Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/how-cgms-can-make-fasting-easier-and-more-effective Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Jul 12, 2023•8 min•Ep. 353
This essential trace mineral is a precursor to more than two dozen proteins and enzymes that influence metabolic health. Author: Stephanie Eckelkamp Reviewer: Dr. Ami Kapadia Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Jul 10, 2023•16 min•Ep. 352
Traditional calorie-counting diets don’t work. With personalized data, Levels helps you find a sustainable, holistic path to a healthy weight. Author: The Levels Team Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/how-levels-offers-a-new-approach-to-weight-management Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Jun 28, 2023•11 min•Ep. 351
Check out these delicious breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals to make sure you’re getting enough protein while keeping your glucose stable. Author: Audrey Bruno Reviewer: Zoë Atlas, MPH, RDN Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/18-low-carb-recipes-high-in-protein Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Jun 26, 2023•12 min•Ep. 350
