metabolic health

Beyond Total Cholesterol: The Truth About LDL Particles, Inflammation, and Heart Disease Risk

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Cholesterol and heart disease are widely misunderstood topics in healthcare. Blanket statements like “HDL is good, LDL is bad” or “high cholesterol causes heart attacks” are too simplistic and often lead to unnecessary medication. This article will examine common misconceptions about cholesterol, explain how LDL particles work, analyze sample blood tests, review potential harms of … Read more

4 Ways to Increase Autophagy During Fasting

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Fasting has become an increasingly popular way to improve health and lose weight. One of the biggest benefits of fasting is that it activates a process called autophagy. Autophagy is when cells break down and recycle components that are no longer useful. This article outlines four research-backed ways to maximize autophagy while fasting. Exercise While … Read more

The Main Culprit Behind Gout: Fructose and Alcohol

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Gout is a form of inflammatory arthritis caused by high levels of uric acid in the blood. Uric acid is produced when the body breaks down substances called purines. Purines are found in many foods, but there are two main culprits that drive up uric acid production and increase the risk of gout: fructose (sugar) … Read more