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The Fructose, Uric Acid, and Evolution Conundrum: A Sweet Mystery
From an evolutionary standpoint, fructose may have offered survival advantages by providing a rapid, concentrated source of energy.
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Nov 117 min read
Why Fructose is the Liver's Kryptonite: The Metabolic Disadvantage
Fructose metabolism differs from glucose metabolism, and is particularly adept at promoting fat storage and disrupts metabolic health.
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May 216 min read
Beyond Blood Sugar - Mastering Insulin: Understanding Insulin's Role and Resistance
Let's delve into the fascinating concept of insulin resistance as a 2 sided coin, and how it can manifest differently in various cell types
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May 195 min read
Beyond Blood Sugar: Rethinking Insulin Resistance
Elevated insulin levels can rise significantly (up to 20 years!) before glucose levels become abnormal.
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May 196 min read
Beyond Blood Sugar: The Key to Unlocking Metabolic Health
It's crucial to note that insulin resistance isn't a uniform phenomenon. Not all cells are affected equally.
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May 56 min read
Calorie Restriction: A Double-Edged Sword for Fat Cells and Weight Loss
Rather than obsessing over calories, focusing on lowering insulin might be a more effective strategy for weight management. Here's why!
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May 58 min read
The Weight Loss Paradox: Why Shedding Pounds Can Make Burning Calories Harder
In the previous part of this blog series, we explored the concept of metabolism and its role in daily energy expenditure. We broke down...
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May 47 min read
Busting the Metabolism Myth: What "Fast" and "Slow" Metabolism Really Mean
Metabolism – some have it "fast," others "slow." But what exactly does this mean, and is it truly set in stone?
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Apr 176 min read
The Calorie Conundrum: The Laws of Thermodynamics and Your Body
A calorie is only physically a calorie until it enters the human body. It is then, biologically, no longer just a calorie.
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Nov 15, 20208 min read
STRENGTH TRAINING – BIOMECHANICS
Muscle growth is predominantly caused by activated, single muscle fibers increasing in size after they have experienced mechanical loading.
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