High Performance Health Podcasts - 223

Ep 223 - Bitesize Biohack Hormones, Stress & Insulin Resistance

This week's bitesize biohack comes courtesy of Angela's incredible interview with Dr Lara Briden which centred around stress, hormones, insulin resistance and sleep, as well as how these factors can impact metabolic flexibility.

Key Takeaways.

With insulin resistance, the cells in the body are not getting the energy they need. This is where the 25% reduction in brain energy during perimenopause can come from.
If you have a history of PCOS, then you likely have a history of insulin resistance because they often go hand in hand.
Fasting for too long, in conjunction with exclusionary diets such as the keto diet, can cause hormone disruptions.

Angela's Insights.

'Insulin resistance is about having chronically elevated insulin'


'The brain needs to be able to burn ketones'


'Women under 35 - their hormonal system is a lot more sensitive to food signals'


'The goal is to feel well'

About Angela

Angela is a Nutritionist, Health and Performance Coach. She is also the Founder and CEO of My DNA Edge, an Exclusive Private Membership Site giving individuals the tools and bio hacks needed to optimise their genetic expression for optimal health and performance.

 
Angela believes that we can truly have it all and has spent the last 5 years researching the habits and routines of high performers, uncovering age-old secrets, time-honoured holistic practices and modern science to create a blueprint for Optimal Human Performance.

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