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“Both diet strategies lowered fasting insulin and HOMA-IR, a commonly used estimate of insulin resistance. TRE also reduced HbA1c, a marker that reflects average blood sugar over about three months, while CR more clearly lowered fasting glucose and improved QUICKI, an estimate of insulin sensitivity.”

“These cues help synchronize the body's 24-hour rhythms across many organs and tissues, including rhythms involved in blood pressure, blood sugar control, inflammation, hormone signaling, and cellular repair.”

“These assessments also included markers of insulin resistance, which reflects how well the body responds to insulin, and metabolic syndrome severity, which combines risk factors such as excess waist size, high blood pressure, elevated blood sugar, high triglycerides, and low high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol.”

“A diet rich in fiber and plant-based foods—and low in red meat and added sugars—may help prevent the buildup of dangerous plaque by improving metabolic health and reducing inflammation. Learn how exercise can help prevent the buildup of harmful arterial plaque, too, in this episode featuring Dr. Ben Levine.”

“However, if high AGE levels accumulate in the tissues and blood, they can become pathogenic, driving many chronic diseases, including diabetes, atherosclerosis, Alzheimer's disease, macular degeneration, and kidney failure.”

“Weight loss and better blood sugar control are only part of managing obesity and its associated health risks. Adopting healthy lifestyle habits, including a balanced diet and regular physical activity, remains an essential part of treatment.”

“For example, diets rich in processed meats, full fat dairy, and sugar-sweetened beverages are associated with poor sperm quality, whereas diets rich in vitamins, minerals, and unsaturated fats improve sperm quality and fertility.”

“When fasting or exercising, the liver helps maintain blood sugar levels using the alternating processes of glycogenolysis (the breakdown of glycogen) and gluconeogenesis (the creation of new glucose).”

“The researchers advised participants to choose organic over conventional produce and meat; avoid eating between 7 p.m. and 7 a.m.; stay hydrated; cook with healthy oils (e.g., coconut, olive, or flaxseed oils); avoid sugar, dairy, grains, and beans; and avoid plastic containers.”

“The defining features of these diets were fewer refined grains, added sugars, and potatoes, along with a greater reliance on plant-derived sources of fat and protein. Higher-quality lower-fat diets were linked to a 13% lower rate of coronary heart disease.”