Simplex Health

June is Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month. Worldwide, more than 55 million people are living with Alzheimer's disease or dementia. Eating high-quality foods that contain a variety of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and healthy fats, protects the brain from oxidative stress-induced damage. We've listed our top 10 'brain boosting foods' to support cognitive and neural function. In addition to supplying important nutrients to support brain health, these foods align with a low insulin and low glycemic diet to further support reducing overall risk of these neurological conditions. #nutrition #functionalmedicine #foodasmedicine #brainhealth

Considering alcohol's diverse impact on individuals, it's crucial to understand its effects on blood sugar and insulin levels, emphasizing moderation, awareness of carbohydrate content, staying hydrated, and seeking medical advice for responsible consumption. To read more, click below: https://lnkd.in/ewdvKfBg #insulinresistance #alcohol #lifestyle #functionalnutrition #bloodsugarbalance

Processed food, especially sugar, affects insulin levels, leading to interest in non-caloric sweeteners. These range from artificial like saccharin to natural options like stevia. Their impact varies, affecting cravings and possibly insulin, so moderation and transitioning to less processed options are key for long-term health. To read more, check out this blog: https://lnkd.in/gFDv_3Ep #artificialsweeteners #sugar #healthyhabits #sugaralternatives #foodbalance #functionalnutrition

How your body responds to dietary carbohydrate is impacted by many things. Not only does the type of carbohydrate matter but also what that carbohydrate is eaten with. Food pairing is a strategy that can be helpful but it can also be tricky! Check out the blog post below to learn more. #carbpairing #bloodsugarbalance #nutritiontips #healthyeating #lowinsulindiet #functionalnutrition https://lnkd.in/eHYgNkiK

Part 4: Sleep & Blood Sugar Sleep has a big influence on blood glucose & vice versa. It can impact glycemic control, hormonal regulation, insulin sensitivity, liver function, etc. To learn more about this connection and get tips to improve your sleep, check out this week's blog. #sleeppatterns #glucose #functionalmedicine #holistichealth #bloodsugarbalance #insulinresistance https://lnkd.in/eY5zdfVg

Stress can have a significant impact on blood glucose levels, primarily due to the body’s “fight or flight” response, also known as the stress response. To learn more about this hormonal response & how to cope with it, check out the blog post below: https://lnkd.in/egkpmYdb #stressmanagement #chronicstress #insulinresistance #functionalmedicine #bloodsugarbalance #stressrelief

How does movement improve blood glucose control? 1. When your muscles contract they have the ability to use glucose without the need for increased insulin. This is called Muscle Glucose Uptake. This reduces blood glucose levels after exercise. 2. Exercise also will use stored glucose (glycogen) in your muscles during exercise which now creates room in those muscles to take up blood glucose to replenish its stores. 3. Regular exercise also increases insulin sensitivity. This means your cells are more sensitive to insulin’s signal to take up glucose, reducing the glucose in your blood. If your cells are more insulin sensitive then the amount of insulin needed to do this job is reduced. If you'd like to learn more, check out our blog post on blood glucose + exercise: https://lnkd.in/eyPXM_WR #bloodsugarstability #glucosehomeostasis #functionalnutrition #exercise #insulinsensitivity #healthandwellness

With the efficacy and safety of intermittently fasting recently thrust into news headlines, we thought providing our perspective would be helpful. As with any nutritional protocol, there are nuances to be aware of and there is no “one size fits all” approach that works for everyone.  See our article "Eat. Stop. Eat." for a bit about these nuances and how they might apply to you. https://lnkd.in/eSyRa68s #functionalnutrition #personalizedmedicine #intermittentfasting #timerestrictedeating #personalhealth #foodasmedicine

Curious about what affects your blood glucose levels? Follow along with our 4 part blog series over the next few weeks to learn more! Up first, we have FOOD! https://lnkd.in/ejf2HnQP #bloodsugarbalance #glucose #functionalnutrition #healthyliving #integrativemedicine #foodasmedicine

February is Heart Health Awareness Month and heart disease prevention starts with the FOOD we eat! With the biggest drivers of cardiovascular disease today being obesity, diabetes, hypertension, and metabolic syndrome —diet and lifestyle are the most powerful forms of treatment available. Simplex Health believes a heart healthy diet is one that improves insulin sensitivity, and is fiber and phytonutrient-rich to support healthy blood sugar, nourish the gut microbiome, and lower inflammation. #hearthealth #heartawarenessmonth #prevention #nutrition #dietandlifestyle #foodismedicine