A late dinnertime may lead to more significant blood sugar spikes, increased fat storage, slower metabolic rate, and other consequences. Author: Stephanie Eckelkamp Link to article: https://www.levels.com/blog/how-does-timing-of-your-last-meal-affect-overnight-glucose-metabolic-health Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Lev...
Aug 14, 2024•16 min
How food impacts our bodies is about more than the food itself. Here are the factors that can lead to varied glucose responses from the same foods. Author: The Levels Team Link to article: https://www.levels.com/blog/why-does-the-same-meal-produce-different-glucose-responses Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Soc...
Aug 08, 2024•14 min
Insulin sensitivity is crucial to proper blood sugar management and metabolic health. Learn how to improve your body’s responsiveness to this vital hormone. Author: Stephanie Eckelkamp Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/how-to-improve-insulin-sensitivity Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social –...
Aug 01, 2024•14 min
Several supplements and practices claim to lower blood sugar naturally—here's what the research says and which ones are worth trying. Author: Sharon Liao Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/7-alternative-natural-ways-to-lower-blood-sugar Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on ...
Jul 30, 2024•14 min
Fat is controversial, with evidence for benefits and harms. Here’s how one nutritionist guides clients on fat, plus 20 healthy-fat recipes. Author: Zoë Atlas, MPH, RDN Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/a-dietitians-take-on-how-to-eat-healthy-fats Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Level...
Jul 23, 2024•13 min
Keeping blood sugar balanced—in an optimal range—is fundamental to better metabolic health and feeling better. Here’s what you need to know. Author: Stephanie Eckelkamp Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/how-to-balance-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 – @Lev...
Jul 09, 2024•25 min
Long considered a waste product that drives muscle soreness, researchers now think lactate is a versatile fuel source with promising clinical applications. Author: Monique Brouillette Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/what-is-lactate-and-how-does-it-impact-metabolic-health Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follo...
Jul 01, 2024•15 min
No matter how much exercise she did, Raquel couldn’t lose weight. With the help of a CGM, she changed her diet and workouts to get her blood glucose in check. Then, she found success. Author: Jessica Migala Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/raquel-renda-quit-over-exercising-to-focus-on-building-muscle-and-managing-blood-sugar
Apr 12, 2024•5 min
How damage to the gut barrier may interrupt physiological processes, impair metabolic health, and contribute to disease—and what you can do about it. Author: Zoë Atlas, MPH, RDN Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/what-is-leaky-gut-and-how-does-it-affect-health Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on So...
Apr 10, 2024•13 min
The new Habit Loops feature keeps you accountable to those key practices that meaningfully impact your metabolic health. Author: The Levels Team Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/how-levels-habit-loops-help-you-reach-your-health-goals Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on ...
Apr 08, 2024•6 min
Discover what you can do to live longer and make those years healthier, more productive, and enjoyable. Author: Hallie Levine Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/the-ultimate-guide-to-metabolic-health-and-aging Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram...
Apr 06, 2024•12 min
In this excerpt from her new book, Good Energy, Levels co-founder Dr. Casey Means gives 7 reasons CGM is a crucial tool for improving metabolic health. Author: Casey Means, MD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/7-reasons-dr-casey-means-believes-in-cgm Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @L...
Apr 05, 2024•7 min
Glycine is an amino acid you can get naturally in foods or take as a supplement. Here's what we know about its effects on 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 ...
Apr 03, 2024•20 min
The Levels app now offers macro tracking for meals and ingredients to help you meet nutritional goals beyond glucose, like getting enough protein and fiber. Author: The Levels Team Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/how-tracking-macros-with-levels-can-improve-diet-and-health Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Foll...
Apr 02, 2024•8 min
Offering a real-time look inside your body, continuous glucose monitors (CGM) are a game-changing tool for anyone looking to improve their metabolic health. Author: Jennifer Chesak Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/how-to-get-a-cgm-without-diabetes-and-what-you-can-learn Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Leve...
Mar 12, 2024•13 min
The glycemic index provides insight into how particular foods affect glucose but has limitations. Here’s what to know. Author: Stephanie Eckelkamp Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/is-the-glycemic-index-useful Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram...
Mar 11, 2024•16 min
Being aware of these causes of inaccurate data can help you identify—and avoid—surprising and misleading feedback. Author: Joy Manning, RD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/7-things-that-can-falsely-impact-glucose-readings Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Insta...
Feb 29, 2024•7 min
Metabolic flexibility means that your body can switch easily between burning glucose and fat, which means you have better energy and endurance. Author: Jennifer Chesak Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/what-is-metabolic-flexibility-and-why-is-it-important Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Leve...
Feb 28, 2024•13 min
Holistic physician Rich Joseph explains the science behind these ancient treatments and shares how to get started. Author: Rich Joseph, MD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/how-do-heat-and-cold-therapy-affect-metabolic-health Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on In...
Feb 27, 2024•10 min
A CGM can help you make lasting lifestyle changes that positively affect your health. Here’s how to use one to your advantage. Author: Brittany Risher Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/the-ultimate-guide-to-continuous-glucose-monitoring Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on ...
Feb 25, 2024•19 min
Don’t be fooled by the marketing of “healthy” cereals—many still pack refined carbs that can spike glucose. Here's how to navigate the cereal aisle. Author: Sharon Liao Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/are-low-carb-cereals-really-healthier Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on ...
Jan 31, 2024•10 min
Not all continuous glucose monitors are covered by insurance, even if you have diabetes. Here’s how to navigate CGM coverage. Author: Monique Brouillette Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/are-cgm-covered-by-insurance Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram...
Jan 30, 2024•11 min
Metabolic health expert Dr. Rich Joseph explains how people with prediabetes can use CGMs to benefit their health. Author: Rich Joseph, MD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/is-a-continuous-glucose-monitor-useful-for-prediabetes Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram...
Jan 30, 2024•9 min
Research suggests the botanical-based supplement berberine affects insulin and glucose, so is it worth taking for better metabolic health? Author: Stephanie Eckelkamp Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/what-is-berberine-and-who-should-take-it Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on ...
Jan 29, 2024•12 min
These alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages are low in carbs but don’t taste watered down and won’t spike blood glucose. Author: Sharon Liao Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/the-12-best-low-carb-and-non-alcoholic-beers Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram...
Jan 29, 2024•11 min
Experiencing glucose crashes in the middle of the night disrupted his sleep and made it more challenging to focus the next day. Author: Jessica Migala Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/for-john-griffiths-managing-blood-sugar-improved-sleep-and-his-adhd Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on ...
Jan 29, 2024•6 min
Vegetarian and vegan dishes can be loaded with refined carbohydrates, but these meals will leave you satisfied and ward off blood sugar spikes. Author: Audrey Bruno Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/19-low-carb-vegan-and-vegetarian-recipes Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on ...
Jan 28, 2024•13 min
Optimal metabolic health is about more than glucose. Levels Labs measures five key markers for health so you can keep tabs on long-term progress. Author: The Levels Team Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/why-levels-now-offers-blood-testing Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Ins...
Jan 25, 2024•14 min
Dr. Rich Joseph discusses how to keep your blood sugar from creeping into prediabetic or diabetic levels. Author: Rich Joseph, MD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/what-is-the-prediabetes-range-and-what-should-i-do-if-im-borderline Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram...
Jan 24, 2024•12 min
Some energy drinks can give your blood glucose an unhealthy jolt. If you want a coffee alternative, choose one of these instead. Author: Sharon Liao Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/9-energy-drinks-that-are-better-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...
Jan 09, 2024•15 min
