Tag: diet
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Insulin resistance. What is it?
Insulin resistance Causes, symptoms, treatment, and diet for glycemic disorders Insulin resistance is a condition in which cells have a reduced sensitivity to insulin. Insulin is a hormone responsible, among others, for regulating blood glucose levels. The consequence of insulin resistance is abnormal shift in blood and intracellular sugar level, impaired metabolism, and increased insulin…
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Appetite manager – Leptin
You are having a meal. How do you know you are full? Leptin, also called a satiety hormone, is responsible for informing the brain about the available energy resources, it is also called the satiety hormone. The increase in its level due to food intake is a signal to the brain structure, called hypothalamus, that…
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Vegetables and fruits. The hidden gems.
Vegetables are the basis of any balanced diet because they are a valuable source of nutrients and antioxidants, so important for good health. Green vegetables provide folic acid and chlorophyll, which are supportive to a natural liver detoxification process. Fruits are a rich source of fiber-wrapped-carbohydrates although some people should limit them in their diets.…
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What supports the immune system?
What supports the immune system? And why it is the so called “Art of it depends” topic = personalization The Article Series. Hi guys, I have been carrying in my mind the idea of presenting a series of articles dedicated to nutrition, supplementation and biohacking for the healthy immune system. Since the awareness of the…
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Metrical vs. biological age
We age since the very first moment we are born but does metrical age matter anymore? Is it an indicator of anything? Metrical age is that number people ask you about. Biological age states of the physiological and mental condition of your body. Nutrition, physical activity, lifestyle and stress management are the key compounds that…
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Philosophical approach to failures in nutritional goals
If you do not want to read this overlong text here are the merits: “Proper management of failures and distance to yourself is what may lead us to lifestyle success and a rewarding life.” Working with my regular students, which are called by “wise health training professional books” – the general population (Meaning all…
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Every 3-hour meals are not healthy
Who the hell has figured out every 3-hours meal? 5-6 meals a day? Come on! Does the food industry wants us to be (carbs) food addict? 2-3 meals a day is enough (I know it is hard to believe when we snack all day) and I rely here on medical knowledge. It is good for bodybuilders to eat…
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