Introduction: Have you ever wondered where your energy truly comes from? Deep within your cells are microscopic structures with a story so fascinating, they’re sometimes called alien. These powerhouses are your mitochondria, and looking after your mitochondrial health...
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Milk Inhibiting Weight Loss?
Milk is often seen as a healthy staple, but if you're trying to lose weight, it may not be your best ally. The combination of proteins and natural sugars in milk can cause a significant insulin spike, making fat burning more difficult. While milk is great for growing...
Low-Carb Improves Insulin Sensitivity
Introduction Low-Carb Improves Insulin Sensitivity by reducing carbohydrate intake, stabilising blood sugar, and optimising fat metabolism. Insulin sensitivity is crucial for metabolic health, as poor insulin function can lead to type 2 diabetes, obesity, and other...
Transform Your Metabolic Health
Introduction In our fast-paced modern world, health often takes a backseat, and metabolic health is a common area of concern. Metabolic health, which refers to how our bodies process and use energy, is influenced by many factors, with diet being a key player....
Ketones vs Carbohydrates for Exercise
Introduction When we think about fuelling our bodies for exercise, carbohydrates are often seen as the go-to energy source. They're quick, accessible, and familiar. But what if there was a more efficient way to fuel your body, especially during prolonged or intense...
Keto Diet Sustainability
Embarking on a keto diet can be a transformative journey, offering numerous health benefits and a potential pathway to sustainable weight management. However, the key to lasting success lies in finding a personalised approach that suits your unique lifestyle and...
Glucose and Ketosis in Human Physiology
I. Introduction A. Brief Overview of the Significance of Glucose and Ketosis in Human Physiology Glucose and ketosis are two fundamental aspects of human metabolism that play crucial roles in maintaining overall health and physiological balance. Glucose, a...
My Carnivore Diet Experiment
Introduction Embarking on a journey to transform my health and well-being, I delved into the world of the carnivore diet, seeking accelerated metabolic improvements. What ensued was an eye-opening experience filled with surprises, challenges, and ultimately, triumphs....
Understanding Ketones and Ketones Measurement
Ever wondered what those ketones everyone's talking about are? Understanding ketones and ketones measurement. Let's break it down without all the scientific jargon. The Three Cool Ketone Bodies In the pic above, you've got three buddies: Acetoacetate, BHB, and...
Risks of GLP-1 Drugs like Ozempic
In the relentless quest for effective weight loss solutions, GLP-1 agonists like Ozempic have recently emerged as a promising option. These drugs, hailed for their potential to assist individuals in shedding excess weight, have captured the attention of both...
Therapeutic Carbohydrate Restriction (TCR)
The term “therapeutic carbohydrate restriction” is often used instead of “low carb” because it highlights the potential health benefits and medical applications of this dietary approach. While “low carb” may simply refer to a diet that restricts carbohydrates, “therapeutic carbohydrate restriction” emphasizes the therapeutic or medicinal aspect of this approach.
FAT
The What Think of body fat as "potential energy." Calories, which you consume through the food you eat, are fuel. Once these calories make it into your bloodstream, your body burns the calories. Your muscles, digestion, breathing, brain function, growing hair, etc....