LEVELS – Metabolic Insights

Traditionally thought of as problematic only in gout or kidney stones, uric acid is now considered to play a central role in metabolic health and disease Author: The Levels Team Reviewer: David Perlmutter, MD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/what-is-uric-acid-and-why-should-we-measure-it Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshe...

By conducting small experiments using the CGM, Rian was able to hone in on a few habits that really made a difference in managing his blood sugar response. Author: Jessica Migala Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/rian-edman-made-changes-he-needed-to-get-his-energy-back-up-in-his-30s Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.c...

ApoB reveals more about heart health than traditional cholesterol tests—but most people haven’t heard of it. Here’s why that might be changing. Author: The Levels Team Reviewer: Taylor Sittler, MD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/why-apob-may-be-a-better-cholesterol-marker Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog F...

Dr. Ben Bikman discusses how glucose can get into your urine and what to do if your levels test high Author: Ben Bikman, PhD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/what-does-glucose-in-my-urine-mean-for-my-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

The holidays can be a challenge for healthy habits. Here are tips from Dr. Casey and the rest of the Levels team for thriving through the season. Author: Casey Means, MD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/5-strategies-for-a-healthy-holiday-season Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Lev...

Why Dr. Casey Means opted against surgery for a knee injury, and what we know about using optimal metabolic health to support healthy joints Author: Casey Means, MD Reviewer: Howard Luks, MD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/the-direct-metabolic-links-to-arthritis-musculoskeletal-pain-and-healing Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health –...

Although its salads, soups, and sandwiches sound healthy, they can wreak havoc on your metabolic health. Here’s how to order for better blood sugar. Author: Sharon Liao Reviewer: Zoë Atlas, MPH, RDN Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/what-to-order-at-panera-bread-for-stable-blood-sugar Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth...

The GI physician assistant found that she felt better when she loosened her dietary restrictions. Author: Jessica Migala Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/how-katie-mathews-learned-to-stop-chasing-the-perfect-cgm-score Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on  ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠  an...

Unlike other blood sugar tests, HbA1c reflects your average glucose levels over time. Here's why it's a useful marker for minding blood sugar. Author: The Levels Team Reviewer: Dr. Robert Lustig Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/hba1c-testing Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social –...

When you're craving toast or a sandwich, swap the refined white flour and added sugar of traditional bread with these more metabolically friendly options. Author: Sharon Liao Reviewer: Zoë Atlas, MPH, RDN Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/levels-grocery-list-low-carb-bread Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blo...

This metabolically-healthy recipe features both a beef option and a delicious vegan filling for under $30. Author: The Levels Team Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/dr-caseys-healthy-tacos-two-ways Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on  ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠  and  ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠

Called Levels Kitchen, the video series features delicious recipes alongside principles of cooking for metabolic health. Author: The Levels Team Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/why-dr-casey-means-food-philosophy Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on  ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠  and  ⁠⁠...

Simply paying attention to what you eat can impact your diet and, therefore, your health. Here’s how to eat more mindfully. Author: Zoë Atlas, MPH, RDN Reviewer: Dr. Ami Kapadia Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/how-mindful-eating-can-improve-metabolic-health Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on...

Discover dozens of foods that support steady blood sugar, reduce inflammation, provide metabolism-enhancing micronutrients, and more. Author: Stephanie Eckelkamp Reviewer: Lauren Sambataro Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/50-nutritious-foods-with-metabolic-health-benefits Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Fo...

The nutrition and fitness pro used his own body as an experiment–and was blown away by the results. Why carb timing matters. Author: Jessica Migala Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/why-cgm-super-user-gabe-mendoza-upped-his-carb-intake-intentionally Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social –...

Seek out one of these minimally processed options when you want a high-protein, low-carb, on-the-go snack. Author: Ana Mantica Reviewer: Zoë Atlas, MPH, RDN Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/9-meat-snacks-with-clean-ingredients Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on  ⁠⁠⁠Instagr...

The integrative and functional medicine doctor and members of her Metabolic Wellness Group talk about how CGM data helped them get there. Author: Jessica Migala Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/dr-anjali-dsouza-wants-to-help-women-level-up-their-health Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Socia...

Magnesium plays a critical role in insulin sensitivity, energy production, muscle function, and more—and many of us aren’t getting enough. Author: Gretchen Lidicker Reviewer: Rich Joseph, MD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/do-you-get-enough-magnesium Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social...

Going out for sushi can be a healthy choice, as long as you avoid a few glucose-spiking ingredients. Author: Sharon Liao Reviewer: Zoë Atlas, MPH, RDN Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/how-to-order-sushi-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  ⁠⁠⁠Instagra...

Aiming to extend her ‘health life,’ the physician assistant made blood sugar-friendly changes to her eating and exercise habits. Author: Jessica Migala Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/after-two-years-of-using-levels-mo-jeans-has-adopted-a-seasonal-approach-to-eating Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow...

This blood test helps reveal inflammation, a key driver of metabolic dysfunction and other conditions. Here’s how to understand the marker and your results. Author: The Levels Team Reviewer: Dr. Ami Kapadia Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/what-is-hscrp-and-why-does-it-matter Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blo...

Go beyond peanuts and try the full range of metabolically healthy nut and seed butters, which are full of protein and healthy fat. Author: Sharon Liao Reviewer: Zoë Atlas, MPH, RDN Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/best-nut-seed-butters Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on  ⁠...

Ultimately, the founder and CEO of Fount hopes to open up the future of health and wellness to everyone. Author: Jessica Migala Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/andrew-herr-believes-personalization-is-the-key-to-optimizing-health-at-scale Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on...

Sidestep the syrups, processed ingredients, and refined grains, and you can snag a healthy drink and snack on your next coffee run. Author: Kiersten Hickman Reviewer: Stephanie Greunke, RD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/how-to-order-at-starbucks-for-better-blood-sugar-levels Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/bl...

The physical therapist has experimented with enough biohacking to know what improves her cardiometabolic health–and she wants to share the message with others, too. Author: Jessica Migala Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/susan-bray-uses-cgm-to-find-the-foods-that-affect-her-blood-sugar-the-most Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – l...