Extend Podcast with Darshan Shah, MD 8. Dr. Casey Means: Impact of Metabolic Dysfunction, Actionable Tips to Optimize Metabolic Health, Key Metabolic Biomarkers and More
Nov 19, 2024
Dr. Casey Means, a medical doctor and tech entrepreneur passionate about metabolic health, discusses the critical role of metabolism in overall wellness. She shares insights on how modern lifestyles disrupt metabolic function, linking it to obesity and Alzheimer’s disease. Dr. Means emphasizes the importance of tracking key health biomarkers and offers actionable tips, particularly for women in menopause. She advocates for personalized health strategies, the power of physical activity, and innovative technologies that empower individuals to enhance their metabolic wellbeing.
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Mitochondria Are Health's Foundation
- Mitochondria are the cellular energy factories and the foundation of all health.
- Focusing health efforts on mitochondrial support yields outsized benefits across diseases.
Track Six Core Metabolic Biomarkers
- Track basic metabolic biomarkers regularly: triglycerides, fasting glucose, A1C, HDL, blood pressure, waist circumference.
- Check them quarterly to get actionable, early feedback and steer lifestyle changes.
Eliminate Ultra-Processed Foods
- Stop eating ultra-processed foods and replace them with fresh whole foods, ideally local and organic.
- Prioritize nutrient-dense produce to preserve mitochondrial-supporting compounds.
