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Health, Sports Performance and Longevity Medicine: Dr Rick Cohen with Dr. Mike T Nelson Check out Dr. Rick Cohen's guest appearance on the latest episode of the Flex Diet Podcast with Dr. Mike T Nelson. They talk about the health aspects related to longevity, regenerative medicine, and how to sort the hype from what's useful. [6:35] Dr. Cohen's philosophical "aha" moment [13:00] What is the cause of age-related decline [28:03] How do you prioritize health aspects that increase longevity [35:00] The role of mTOR, AMPK, and fasting [39:04] The importance of breath and sleep [41:12] Dr. Cohen's experiments with the...

The prevalence of optimal metabolic health in American adults is ‘alarmingly low,’ even among people who are normal weight, a new study finds. According to researchers at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s Gillings School of Global Public Health, only 1 in 8 Americans is achieving optimal metabolic health, which carries serious implications for public health. Poor metabolic health leaves people more vulnerable to developing Type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease and other serious health issues. The study presents the most updated United States data on metabolic health, which is defined here as having optimal levels of five factors:...

Here are our big "take away" points from benefits of using the CGM from SuperSapiens for both health and performance.     A glucose level below 70 (during either "off" or "on" hours) is a detriment.     Low glucose triggers the body's sympathetic "flight or fight" response which will--over time--result in counterproductive digestive, nervous and hormonal system adaptations. Figuring out how many grams of carbohydrates that are required to keep your body above a minimum of 70 mg/dl, especially overnight, takes personal experimentation.       A glucose level above 140 (during either "off" or "on" hours) is also...

First introduced in the late 1990s as an alternative to standard glucose testing, continuous glucose monitors are small, non-invasive devices. They stay on the back of your arm for two weeks and measure your glucose values 24/7. The CGM was initially developed as a life-saving tool for people with diabetes, quickly becoming an invaluable tool for diabetes management. Over the decades, the sensors have improved, costs decreased, and the technology is now available to a broader audience. CGMs are now an excellent tool for anyone who wants to optimize their metabolic health. Curious to learn more about the benefits of...