New research asks why some stressors, like exercise, make us stronger
This mouse study looks at how some oxidative stress created by a particular enzyme is critical for the positive effects of exercise on metabolic health and performance.
Physical Fitness
Walking after a meal: the simplest habit for stable blood sugar
Taking a post-meal walk can help stabilize blood sugar and give you more energy. New research explores when and how to walk for best results.
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No, too much exercise doesn’t likely damage metabolic health
A scientist takes a careful look at a much-publicized study about HIIT exercise and metabolic health and finds very little real-world concern
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Research shows why you should exercise after breakfast
We asked a metabolic health researcher to break down a new paper on the effect of exercise after breakfast in reducing blood sugar
6 min read
What CGM taught Dan McGlinn about fueling for his first ultra-marathon
By matching his data with how he felt, Dan found that stable blood sugar while running could push him farther than he thought possible
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CGM helped Sara Salter Beemer stop carb-loading and enjoy fat again
The former fitness competitor just turned 40, stopped competing and completely revamped the way she eats. She's never felt better.