Key Takeaways PCOS Symptoms Period Changes PCOS or Polycystic Ovary Syndrome can make your cycle hard to predict. You may miss periods, bleed late, bleed rarely or go months without a normal cycle. Many women only notice the problem when they start tracking dates closely or when they try to get pregnant. The core issue … Read more
Key Takeaways Copper & Blood Sugar Copper In Cells Copper helps several enzymes do basic work inside the body. Those enzymes help cells make energy, manage oxidative stress and handle iron in a safe way. Low copper can strain tissues that need steady energy every day, especially the liver, muscles and pancreas (1, 2). Insulin … Read more
Key Takeaways NOVA Basics Ultra-processed foods are not just foods that were cooked, canned or frozen. In the NOVA system, they are industrial formulations made with ingredients such as refined starches, sugars, oils, protein isolates, flavorings, colors, emulsifiers and sweeteners. These products are built to be ready to eat, highly tasty and easy to overuse … Read more
Key Takeaways AGE Formation Sugar Sticks To Tissue Advanced glycation end products form when sugar sticks to proteins, fats or DNA. This can happen during normal life. High blood sugar makes it happen more often because more sugar stays in the blood and tissues. Collagen is one of the main targets. It gives shape and … Read more
Key Takeaways Sugar Basics Added Sugar Added sugar means sugar put into food or drinks during processing, cooking or serving. It can appear as white sugar, brown sugar or corn syrup. It can also appear as honey, agave or fruit juice concentrate. The name changes, but the result is the same. You get extra sugar … Read more
Key Takeaways Blood Sugar Control Glucose Load Insulin sensitivity means cells respond well to insulin. Muscle, liver and fat cells can take in fuel without forcing the pancreas to release more insulin than needed. Poor insulin sensitivity means the same meal creates a larger insulin response. Blood sugar can stay higher for longer. The pancreas … Read more