LEVELS – Metabolic Insights

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How does the menstrual cycle affect blood sugar levels? Apr 10, 2021

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Hormonal fluctuations of estrogen and progesterone during the menstrual cycle have an impact on glucose metabolism and insulin sensitivity.

Author: The Levels Team⁠

Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/menstrual-cycle-period-affect-glucose-progesterone-levels

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What should I expect to see on my continuous glucose monitor if I’m on a keto diet or in ketogenesis? Apr 10, 2021

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What might you see on your continuous glucose monitor if you are on a ketogenic diet? Here are thoughts from metabolic health expert Ben Bikman, PhD.

Author: ⁠Ben Bikman, PhD⁠

Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/keto-diet-cgm-glucose-level-reverse-metabolic-inflexibility

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Can controlling my glucose levels give me more energy? Apr 10, 2021

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Stabilizing glucose levels can help us control and manage our energy.

Author: The Levels Team

Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/can-controlling-my-glucose-levels-give-me-more-energy

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Taking steroids? Expect glucose turbulence Apr 10, 2021

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A discussion of the different ways that steroid medications can cause high glucose levels and erratic readings on your continuous glucose monitor (CGM).

Author: ⁠Casey Means⁠, MD

Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/taking-steroids-expect-glucose-turbulence

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The power of personalized data: a conversation with Todd Rose Apr 10, 2021

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Levels Co-Founders Josh Clemente and Dr. Casey Means interviewed Todd Rose, author of "The End of Average" and Co-Founder of Populace.

Author: The Levels Team⁠

Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/todd-rose

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Continuous glucose monitoring and long-distance running Apr 10, 2021

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“As a coach, I also need to train myself to form better habits,” says Rebeka Stowe, a NYC-based athlete and running coach. “Having a real-time flow of objective metabolic data helps validate whether what I’m doing is positive or negative. Rebeka Stowe is an athlete with accolades that run the gamut: Big 12 Champion, Woman of Distinction, Olympic Trials Finalist, 7-time US Outdoor Championship Qualifier, 3-time All-American, and 3-time All-American school record holder.

Author: The Levels Team⁠

Article link: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/continuous-glucose-monitoring-and-long-distance-running

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A psychologist’s perspective on how glucose monitoring can personalize diet and empower individuals to age well Apr 10, 2021

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A psychologist's perspective on how continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) can shape a personalized diet, minimize mystery about the body, and empower individuals.

Author: The Levels Team⁠

Article link: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/psychologist-cgm-personalized-diet-aging

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