LEVELS – Metabolic Insights

Natalie ate fresh, whole foods, but found that some of her favorites were still contributing to higher-than-normal blood sugar levels. Author: Jessica Migala Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/why-natalie-vanderpump-committed-to-using-cgm-for-one-year-to-combat-prediabetes Become a Levels Member –  https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health –  levelshealth.com/blog F...

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. Author: Ben Bikman, PhD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/why-too-many-focus-on-glucose-but-not-insulin Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health –  levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @...

Here's how obesity, skin health, and other issues are fundamentally rooted in blood sugar dysfunction and insulin resistance. Author: Ashley Welch Reviewer: Dr. Molly Maloof Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/six-ways-metabolic-health-impacts-womens-health Become a Levels Member –  https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health –  levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels...

By matching his data with how he felt, Dan found that stable blood sugar while running could push him farther than he thought possible. Author: Dan McGlinn Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/what-cgm-taught-dan-mcglinn-about-fueling-for-his-first-ultra-marathon Become a Levels Member –  https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health –  levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels...

Micronutrients are like tools that help our cellular machinery function better. Here's how they work, and how to ensure you're getting enough Author: Dan McGlinn Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/8-micronutrients-essential-for-metabolic-health Become a Levels Member –  https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health –  levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Socia...

The former fitness competitor just turned 40, stopped competing and completely revamped the way she eats. She's never felt better. Author: Jessica Migala Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/cgm-helped-sara-salter-beemer-stop-carb-loading-and-feel-better Become a Levels Member –  https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health –  levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on S...

Sugar-sweetened beverages consumed early in life may impact not only weight but also brain and liver health Author: Mike Haney Reviewer: Casey Means, MD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/recent-research-shows-the-dangers-of-sugary-drinks-for-kids Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health –  levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @L...

Dr. Kamraan Husain wore a CGM during Ramadan to see how a month of sunrise-to-sundown fasting impacted his metabolic health. Author: Dr. Kamraan Husain Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/what-fasting-for-30-days-during-ramadan-did-to-my-blood-sugar-levels Become a Levels Member –  https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health –  levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on So...

The rhizome adds color and flavor while packing anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that help guard against disease. Author: Jessica Migala Reviewer: Stephanie Greunke, MS, RD, PMH-C Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/foods-we-love-turmeric Become a Levels Member –  https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health –  levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social –...

A study of people without diabetes found even moderate exercise after eating lowered both glucose and insulin. Author: A.M. Hammond Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/new-study-shows-immediate-and-lasting-benefits-to-that-post-meal-walk Become a Levels Member –  https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health –  levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on ...

Doctors told her that she wouldn’t be able to lose weight and that she was heading for diabetes. Here’s how she turned her health around. Author: Jessica Migala⁠ Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/how-cgm-helped-sarah-tickell-reverse-her-prediabetes Become a Levels Member –  https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health –  levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social –...

These foods produced some of the worst blood sugar responses among Levels members. Here's how you can make them healthier. Author: The Levels Team⁠ Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/10-of-the-worst-foods-for-blood-sugar-according-to-cgm-data Become a Levels Member –  https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health –  levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @L...

Wearing a CGM influenced those around her to better their habits--and helped her fix a few things in her routine, too. Author: Jessica Migala⁠ Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/natalie-lumpkins-cgm-experiment-inspired-her-diabetic-dad-to-watch-his-glucose-too Become a Levels Member –  https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health –  levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels...

Cocoa powder delivers that rich chocolate kick, as well as minerals and antioxidants that may temper inflammation and improve glucose. Author: Jessica Migala⁠ Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/foods-we-love-cocoa-powder Become a Levels Member –  https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health –  levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on  Instagram  and ...

In an excerpt from “Why We Get Sick,” Ben Bikman explains how glucose and insulin drive acid reflux, gallstones and other GI disorders. Author: ⁠Ben Bikman, PhD⁠ Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/how-glucose-and-insulin-affect-our-digestive-system Become a Levels Member –  https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health –  levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social –...

In the first Levels internal experiment, we found that a simple walk helped mitigate the blood sugar spike from a can of soda. Author: The Levels Team⁠ Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/what-a-can-of-coke-with-and-without-a-walk-after-does-to-your-blood-sugar Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health –  levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels o...

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. Author: Jessica Migala⁠ Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/what-is-sucrose Become a Levels Member –  https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health –  levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on  Instagram  and  Twitter

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. Author: Tim Ratto, PhD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/how-monitoring-ketones-and-glucose-can-help-you-achieve-metabolic-flexibility Become a Levels Member –  https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health –  levelshealth.com/blog...

Research shows that controlled breathing can positively impact our nervous system, reducing stress and maybe even improving glucose control. Author: Emily Hunter, MHSc, RD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/breathing-exercises-for-better-metabolic-health Become a Levels Member –  https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health –  levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Soc...

Pumpkin seeds are packed metabolic-friendly micronutrients like magnesium. Here’s how to buy, store, and cook with these seeds year-round. Author: Meghan Rabbitt⁠ Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/foods-we-love-pumpkin-seeds Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health –  levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on  Instagram  a...

Paul ate farmer’s market ingredients but found his health deteriorating as he aged. How wearing a CGM gave him a new plan for longevity. Author: Jessica Migala⁠ Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/how-cgm-helped-chef-paul-canales-change-the-way-he-thinks-about-food Become a Levels Member –  https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health –  levelshealth.com/blog Follow Lev...

Caffeine can have a short-term impact on blood sugar, but other compounds in coffee and tea may help metabolic health in the long term. Author: ⁠Ajai Rai⁠ Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/does-coffee-raise-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  T...

You don’t have to give up noodles to eat a healthy diet; just upgrade your pasta dishes with these nutrient-packed, glucose-friendly alternatives. Author: Meghan Rabbitt⁠ Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/pasta-swaps-that-wont-spike-your-blood-sugar Become a Levels Member –  https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health –  levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social...

In the past decade, we've seen a torrent of new research into the relationship between our metabolic pathways and tumors, and what that means for our health Author: Emily Banham Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/the-ultimate-guide-to-metabolic-health-and-cancer Become a Levels Member –  https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health –  levelshealth.com/blog Follow L...

High in fat, protein and vital micronutrients, flaxseeds are an essential part of the metabolic health pantry. Here's what you need to know. Author: Meghan Rabbitt⁠ Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/foods-we-love-flaxseeds Become a Levels Member –  https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health –  levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on  Instagram...