We hear about our glucose and issues revolving around our metabolic health ad nauseam. But what exactly is insulin, glucose, and more importantly, how are these connected to our rate of aging and ability to get rid of belly fat. What ranges should you be aiming for when you receive back your annual reviews along with other checkups. These are a few things that I address in this episode, plus much more.
In today's episode, you'll hear:
What's insulin and its role
What's insulin resistance and insulin sensitivity
How the levels of your blood glucose are connected with weight gain, aging, skin health, and much more
The connection between genetics and insulin resistance
Why you should be careful with labeling your weight issues and various health ailments
Why a fasting glucose test isn’t enough
Why you need to include A1c and fasting insulin on your lab panels
What’s the optimal range for a Fasting glucose test
What’s the optimal range for a Hemoglobin A1c test
What’s the optimal range for a Fasting Insulin test
What is glycation and how does it relate to health and aging
Simple interventions to improve your metabolic health and blood sugar
Why you should consider supplementing with berberine
And much more
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