Tags : Glucose

Mounjaro vs Ozempic: a comparison regarding weight loss

In order to achieve and maintain a lower bodyweight, be it for aesthetic or health-related reasons, people often try various methods, including the use of medications that, although initially designed to help with type-2 diabetes, also aid in weight loss. Two very important options in this class are Mounjaro (tirzepatide) and Ozempic (semaglutide). This article […]Read More

Fasting – How does it affect health and longevity?

Fasting, or the practice of voluntarily abstaining from (usually calorie-containing) foods and drinks for a specific period of time, has been an integral part of human culture for centuries. While religious and cultural traditions have often been the driving force behind fasting historically, recent research has shed light on its potential health benefits, including the […]Read More

Glycemic Index and Glycemic Load

When it comes to bodybuilding and nutrition, understanding both the glycemic index (GI) and glycemic load (GL) of various foods can provide some useful insights. While the glycemic index is a relative ranking of how different carbohydrates affect blood sugar, the glycemic load takes into account both the quality and quantity of carbohydrates consumed. The […]Read More

Some words about DIET

Diet has a significant role in muscle growth. Body fat has a calorie count of 3500 per pound. You will gain 2 pounds of fat every week if you consume 1100 calories per day more than your body requires. If you continue to do this over time, the thick layer of fat that forms on […]Read More

Why every bodybuilder must own a glucometer

A glucometer is a small medical device that measures the concentration of glucose in your blood. Chances are you’ve seen someone in your family use it, because it’s a must-have for diabetics (and let’s face it, we all have a diabetic person in our extended family).     Why must enhanced bodybuilders use it? Firstly, […]Read More

Insulin sensivity and protocols

Pathophysiological alterations in glucose tolerance On average, a healthy adult human has about 90mg / dL of glucose in an 8-hour fasting state; the level of normality ranges from 70 to 110mg / dL, qualifying any measurement between 110 and 125mg / dL as pre-diabetes and from 126mg / dL onwards, as diabetes. Insulin is […]Read More