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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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5 Components Of Physical Fitness

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There are 5 components of physical fitness that are essential for overall health and well-being. These components are cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, and body composition. Body Composition: Body composition refers to the proportion of fat and non-fat mass in your body.

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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. Regular physical activity may also support healthy stress responses and emotional resilience to acute stress.

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Phyto-Fuel: The Role of Phytochemicals in Supporting Antioxidant Status and Metabolic Health

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These phytochemicals have been shown to support multiple important physiological processes in our bodies, including normal inflammatory and immune responses, antioxidant status , metabolic health , and heart health.