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Foundations of GLP-1 Support: Nutritional and Lifestyle Strategies for Healthy Glucose Metabolism

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Endogenous GLP-1 versus GLP-1 Receptor Agonists While endogenous GLP-1 hormones are secreted after meals and act transiently to promote insulin secretion , suppress glucagon , and promote satiety in a balanced physiologic fashion, GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) provide prolonged receptor engagement. Johnson, MS, CNS, LDN

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Why Creatine Supplementation Should Be a Top Consideration for Women: Supporting Physical Health and Beyond

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As women age, they face various physiological changes impacting their strength, metabolism, and overall well-being. Supporting Healthy Weight Management As women age, hormonal shifts and changes in body composition including increased fat mass and decreased muscle mass can make weight management more challenging.

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Lift Your Mood: The Role of Physical Activity in Mental Health

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Physical activity may also mitigate signs of depression and anxiety and support psychological well-being through multiple physiological pathways. Creatine supplementation may support intramuscular creatine status, high-intensity exercise capacity, and lean body mass and promote lean body mass and muscle strength during resistance training.