Research done in conjunction with Levels finds that packing in the carbs before exercise doesn’t confer any performance benefits. Author: Monique Brouillette Reviewer: Azure Grant, PhD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/new-study-debunks-carb-loading-before-exercise Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Mar 13, 2023•8 min•Ep. 319
This underrated tuber is low in carbohydrates and full of gut-friendly prebiotic fiber and antioxidant nutrients that support metabolic health. Author: Stephanie Eckelkamp Reviewer: Stephanie Greunke, RD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/foods-we-love-jicama Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Mar 08, 2023•11 min•Ep. 318
Recovery plays an important role in helping you realize the metabolic benefits of exercise. Here’s how to recover more effectively. Author: Ashley Mateo Reviewer: Matthew Laye, PhD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/a-guide-to-exercise-recovery-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...
Mar 06, 2023•11 min•Ep. 317
For many of us, our annual checkup is our only chance to measure our long-term health. Here’s how to get the most out of that visit. Author: Hallie Levine Reviewer: Dr. Ami Kapadia Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/is-your-annual-physical-enough-heres-what-it-may-miss Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Mar 04, 2023•17 min•Ep. 316
There’s no one perfect diet for optimal metabolic health, but there are some fundamental principles you can follow, whatever your nutritional approach. Author: Gretchen Lidicker Reviewer: Stephanie Greunke, RD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/how-to-make-your-preferred-diet-more-metabolically-healthy Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Mar 03, 2023•21 min•Ep. 315
The new document from the American Academy of Pediatrics recognizes childhood obesity's complex roots, but fails to mention sugar or processed food. Author: The Levels Team Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/new-childhood-obesity-guidelines-acknowledge-root-causes-but-fall-short-on-nutrition Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Mar 01, 2023•17 min•Ep. 314
Eating a metabolically friendly diet can have a significant impact on PCOS symptoms. Here's what you need to know. Author: Monica Karpinski Reviewer: Dr. Ami Kapadia Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/what-diet-is-best-for-pcos Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Feb 27, 2023•11 min•Ep. 313
Whether you work from home, the office, or all over town, these options provide sustained energy and steady glucose levels. Author: Carolyn Todd Reviewer: Zoë Atlas, MPH, RDN Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/the-best-workday-snacks-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 Twitter...
Feb 25, 2023•11 min•Ep. 312
Zinc does more than help you fight colds—it also plays a vital role in metabolic function. Here’s what you need to know. Author: Gretchen Lidicker Reviewer: Rich Joseph, MD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/do-you-get-enough-zinc-heres-how-it-benefits-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...
Feb 24, 2023•12 min•Ep. 311
Yes, it’s possible to get a metabolically-healthy meal at an Italian eatery—even the chains. Instead of bread and pasta, seek out salads, soups, protein, and veggie options. Author: Sharon Liao Reviewer: Stephanie Greunke, RD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/how-to-order-at-an-italian-restaurant-for-better-blood-sugar-levels Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagra...
Feb 22, 2023•8 min•Ep. 310
From zesty salsa to creamy tzatziki, these flavorful options pack nutrients that support more stable blood glucose. Author: Carolyn Todd Reviewer: Zoë Atlas, MPH, RDN Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/11-dips-and-spreads-that-support-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...
Feb 20, 2023•11 min•Ep. 309
Using a CGM gave her the tools to teach her patients how to maintain a very low-carb diet successfully. Author: Jessica Migala Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/for-patricia-sylwester-md-blood-sugar-regulation-is-a-cornerstone-of-wellness Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Feb 18, 2023•6 min•Ep. 308
Many well-meaning physicians may not bring up blood sugar until prediabetes or Type 2 has set in. Here’s how to talk to your doctor before you get there. Author: Anna Brooks Reviewer: Dr. Sara Gottfried Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/how-to-talk-to-your-doctor-about-blood-sugar-and-why-it-matters Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Feb 17, 2023•15 min•Ep. 307
The former tennis pro watched how her blood sugar reacts to food and workouts and learned the difference between ‘good’ and ‘bad’ stressors. Author: Jessica Migala Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/crossfit-owner-and-coach-stephanie-nickitas-wears-a-cgm-to-check-in-on-her-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...
Feb 15, 2023•5 min•Ep. 306
These tiny, unassuming seeds are sky-high in fiber, loaded with beneficial omega 3s, and deliver a range of micronutrients that support metabolic health. Author: Stephanie Eckelkamp Reviewer: Zoë Atlas, MPH, RDN Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/foods-we-love-basil-seeds Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Feb 13, 2023•10 min•Ep. 305
Our research team asked volunteers to drink apple cider vinegar alongside their meal of choice. Some saw significant changes in their post-meal glucose response. Author: The Levels Team Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/levels-community-experiment-can-apple-cider-vinegar-reduce-blood-sugar-spikes Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Feb 11, 2023•6 min•Ep. 304
PCOS is a leading cause of infertility, but a diagnosis doesn’t mean you can’t get pregnant. Here’s what PCOS means for reproductive health. Author: Monica Karpinski Reviewer: Anjali Dsouza, MD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/what-you-need-to-know-about-pcos-and-pregnancy Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Feb 10, 2023•18 min•Ep. 303
PCOS is a metabolic disorder that is intricately tied to insulin resistance. Here's how the two conditions influence each other. Author: Monica Karpinski Reviewer: Anjali Dsouza, MD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/pcos-and-insulin-resistance Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Feb 08, 2023•12 min•Ep. 302
The CEO talks about brain-healthy nutrients and how consumer goods can enact change at scale. Author: Jessica Migala Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/will-nitze-founder-of-iqbar-wants-to-improve-cognitive-health-with-food Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Feb 06, 2023•5 min•Ep. 301
Continuous glucose monitors are a powerful tool for seeing how food affects your health. Here’s how to get the most out of wearing one. Author: The Levels Team Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/what-a-cgm-can-and-cant-tell-you-about-your-diet Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Feb 04, 2023•10 min•Ep. 300
Want to reduce or eliminate sugar from your diet? It can be challenging, but this expert-developed plan offers a roadmap to success. Author: Stephanie Eckelkamp Reviewer: Kelly LeVeque Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/a-practical-guide-to-cutting-out-sugar Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights?utm_campaign=ep299 Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Feb 03, 2023•25 min•Ep. 299
Despite getting advice suggesting a diet of simple carbs, she realized that making more blood sugar friendly choices helped her feel better all around. Author: Jessica Migala Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/hanna-hyvaerinen-wears-a-cgm-to-help-manage-blood-sugar-while-living-with-gastroparesis Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Feb 01, 2023•4 min•Ep. 298
Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a condition affecting fertility, weight, and more—and it's intimately tied to metabolic health. Author: Casey Means, MD and Monica Karpinski Reviewer: Azure Grant, PhD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/how-continuous-glucose-monitoring-cgm-can-help-with-infertility-and-pcos Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twi...
Jan 30, 2023•24 min•Ep. 297
Collagen-rich bone broth is low in calories and carbs, rich in flavor, and a source of key amino acids that can curb inflammation and support metabolic health. Author: Stephanie Eckelkamp Reviewer: Stephanie Greunke, RD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/foods-we-love-bone-broth Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Jan 28, 2023•15 min•Ep. 296
Continuous glucose monitors are a vital tool in understanding how your choices impact your metabolic health, but wearing one can be a new experience. Here are the basics. Author: The Levels Team Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/10-common-questions-about-cgms-answered Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Jan 27, 2023•11 min•Ep. 295
Studies show that people with autoimmune conditions like MS and IBD are more likely to have diabetes and insulin resistance, but the links are not yet fully understood. Authors: Kaitlin Sullivan and Ceri Perkins Reviewer: Terry Wahls, MD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/the-connection-between-autoimmune-disease-and-metabolic-health Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights?utm_campaign=ep294 Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Socia...
Jan 25, 2023•29 min•Ep. 294
Dr. Ben Bikman describes how glucose levels impact our body temperature and how glucose spikes can lead to elevated temperature. Author: Ben Bikman, PhD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/glucose-levels-body-temperature Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights?utm_campaign=ep293 Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Jan 20, 2023•6 min•Ep. 293
Satisfy a craving for Pad Thai, gnocchi, mac and cheese, and more without spiking your blood glucose. Author: Audrey Bruno Reviewer: Zoë Atlas, MPH, RDN Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/18-low-carb-pasta-and-noodle-recipes-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...
Jan 18, 2023•11 min•Ep. 292
Exercise that’s easy, but not too easy, can improve your fitness and your metabolic health. Here’s how to do it. Author: Greg Presto Reviewer: Dominic D'Agostino, PhD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/the-metabolic-benefits-of-slow-steady-zone-2-exercise Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights?utm_campaign=ep291 Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Jan 16, 2023•22 min•Ep. 291
If you’re not careful, alcohol can damage your metabolic health. Here’s what you need to know—and delicious alternatives to sip instead. Author: Sharon Liao Reviewer: Stephanie Greunke, RD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/alcohol-alternatives-for-better-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...
Jan 14, 2023•11 min•Ep. 290
