Metabolic Markers: The Power of Your Blood Lab Results

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Dec 30, 2024

Discover the vital role of metabolic lab tests in diagnosing issues like pre-diabetes and high cholesterol. Learn how blood markers can paint a comprehensive picture of your health. Personal stories highlight real journeys in metabolic management, emphasizing consistency and dedication to treatment. The impact of diet on lab results is explored, along with the importance of ongoing monitoring. Finally, hear insights about the collaborative relationship between patients and healthcare providers, promoting open communication and a shame-free understanding of health.

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INSIGHT

Labs Reveal Inner Metabolism Secrets

Metabolic labs reveal interior biological processes essential for understanding overall health.
They provide deeper insights beyond external markers like blood pressure or body weight.

INSIGHT

Metabolic Syndrome Defined

Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of issues like diabetes, high blood pressure, and cholesterol problems that raise health risks.
Identifying three or more of these markers signals high-risk metabolic dysfunction needing attention.

ADVICE

Regular Labs With Real Food Testing

Do blood lab tests every 3-4 months to track metabolic health and medication effects.
Eat a normal mixed meal, not glucose syrup, to accurately test how your body metabolizes food.

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In this episode of Fat Science, Dr. Emily Cooper, Andrea Taylor and Mark Wright reveal how metabolic lab tests are crucial in diagnosing, understanding and treating metabolic dysfunction.

Key Takeaways:

Metabolic Functions:
Understanding blood markers like glucose, insulin, and cholesterol offers in-depth knowledge about overall health.
Metabolic Syndrome:
Defined by issues like pre-diabetes, high blood pressure, and cholesterol problems, increasing the risk of severe health events.
Lab Testing:
Routine testing every 3-4 months for monitoring and adjusting treatments. Dr. Cooper also reveals which labs are key to diagnosing metabolic dysfunction.
Comprehensive Assessment:
Insights into advanced tests for detailed metabolic evaluation.
Genetic Awareness:
Highlighting the role of genetics in health risks and the importance of preventive measures.

Personal Stories & Practical Advice:

Andrea shares her journey and health improvements through dedicated metabolic management.
Mark discusses the transformative impact of metabolic treatment, how it sometimes takes years to improve metabolic markers and the importance of consistency when taking metabolic meds.

Resources:

Connect with Dr. Emily Cooper on LinkedIn.
Connect with Mark Wright on LinkedIn.
Connect with Andrea Taylor on Instagram.

Fat Science is a podcast on a mission to explain where our fat really comes from and why it won’t go and stay away. We are committed to creating a world where people are empowered with accurate information about metabolism and recognize that fat isn’t a failure. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice.

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Fat Science is supported by the non-profit Diabesity Institute which is on a mission to increase access to effective, science-based medical care for those suffering from or at risk for diabesity. https://diabesityresearchfoundation.org/