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Levels builds tech that helps people understand how food affects their metabolic health, empowering others with the tools needed to achieve health goals and improve health span. We host in-depth conversations with industry thought leaders with research-backed information, so you can take your health into own hands.
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Connect with us:
Become a Member: https://levels.link/wnl
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@levels
Instagram: https://instagram.com/levels
Twitter: https://twitter.com/levels
LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/levels
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@levels
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Jun 20, 2024 • 33min
#258 - What are glucose and insulin and why do they matter for health? | Dr. Robert Lustig & Ben Grynol
Dr. Robert Lustig and Ben Grynol discuss the functions of glucose, the implications of reactive hypoglycemia, understanding glycemic index and load, how insulin drives fat storage, the damage caused by glucose spikes, effects of eating late before bed, healthy glucose levels, and the importance of managing insulin resistance for overall health.
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Jun 14, 2024 • 1h 4min
#257 - Join the “Good Energy” Levels book club and take charge of your health | Dr. Casey Means & Dr. Robert Lustig
Dr. Casey Means and Dr. Robert Lustig discuss the book 'Good Energy' focusing on using food as medicine to improve health, reducing ultra-processed foods, different types of exercise for mitochondria, rebranding healthcare, and children's nutritional needs through functional medicine.
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Jun 6, 2024 • 10min
#256 - How quickly can you change your metabolic health and how long does it last? | Dr. Robert Lustig & Ben Grynol
Dr. Robert Lustig and Ben Grynol discuss the importance of metabolic health in the US, how to determine metabolic status, and fixing metabolism quickly. They highlight the impact of lifestyle habits on maintaining metabolic health and stress the significance of consistent habits. The conversation covers topics like the role of insulin in fat growth, using glucose as a proxy for fasting insulin, and the necessity of lifestyle changes for long-term metabolic health.
May 31, 2024 • 1h 40min
#255 - Why you might be a lean mass hyper-responder if you go keto but have high cholesterol | Dave Feldman, Dr. Nick Norwitz & Dr. Dominic D’Agostino
Dave Feldman, Dr. Nick Norwitz & Dr. Dominic D’Agostino discuss the lean mass hyper-responder phenotype, Oreo vs statin study, role of exercise, alarming LDL levels, gym hypothesis, and the need for further research on ketogenic diets and cholesterol impact on health.
May 14, 2024 • 1h 25min
#254 - The writing of ‘Good Energy,’ your guide to taking charge of your metabolic health | Dr. Casey Means & Mike Haney
Dr. Casey Means and Mike Haney discuss the book-writing process, seeking an agent, challenges in content clarity, collaboration, determining voice, and dedicated writing time. They emphasize health coaching for accountability and the magic of bringing joy to health conversations.
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May 9, 2024 • 1h 17min
#253 - What is insulin resistance and why does it matter? | Dr. Rob Lustig & Dr. Dominic D’Agostino - (Replay)
Dr. Rob Lustig and Dr. Dominic D’Agostino discuss insulin resistance, its impact on chronic diseases, the importance of monitoring insulin levels, and the role of insulin in weight management. They challenge traditional calorie theories, emphasize the need to manage insulin levels, and explore the effects of amino acids on metabolism.
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Apr 25, 2024 • 1h 15min
#252 - Why nutrition matters for brain health and how to modify your diet | Dr. Georgia Ede & Dr. Dominic D’Agostino - (Replay)
Dr. Georgia Ede and Dr. Dominic D’Agostino discuss the connection between diet and brain health, the benefits of ketogenic diet for mental health, tailoring diets to prevent side effects, the link between gut health and mental health, and the importance of individualized nutrition in improving overall well-being.
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Apr 18, 2024 • 1h 47min
#251 - How to track your macros for fat loss and muscle gain | Josh Clemente & Dominic D'Agostino
Josh Clemente & Dr. Dominic D'Agostino discuss tracking macros for fat loss and muscle gain. Topics include prioritizing protein intake, benefits of tracking macros, roles of each macronutrient, concerns about excess protein and carbohydrates, and how tracking macros can improve health and fitness.
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Apr 11, 2024 • 1h 5min
#250 - Is fructose a driver of Alzheimer’s disease? | Dr. Richard Johnson & Dr. Rob Lustig - (Replay)
Dr. Richard Johnson and Dr. Rob Lustig discuss how fructose could be a driver of Alzheimer's disease. They explore fructose's impact on obesity, metabolic syndrome, and cognitive functions, suggesting a potential connection to other conditions. The podcast delves into new research on fructose inducing a foraging response in the brain and its inhibitory effects, raising the question of fructose's role in various health issues beyond Alzheimer's.
Mar 28, 2024 • 57min
#249 - The links between gastrointestinal health, metabolic health, and fertility | Dr. Robin Rose & Ben Grynol - (Replay)
Dr. Robin Rose and Ben Grynol discuss the links between gastrointestinal health, metabolic health, and fertility. They explore how gut microbiome testing can address underlying factors of gastrointestinal distress and aid fertility. Topics include gut microbiome diversity, infertility links, PCOS connections, metagenomic testing, balanced macronutrient intake, regenerative farming, and lifestyle changes for gut health.
