Flexible metabolism

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Flexible metabolism

Metabolic flexibility is the body's ability to switch between burning carbohydrates and fat for fuel depending on availability and energy demand.

Flexible metabolism defines the body's ability to switch easily between the use of carbohydrates and fats as an energy source.

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FMD (Fasting-Mimicking Diet)

The Fasting-Mimicking Diet (FMD) is a five-day, low-calorie plan designed to trigger many of fasting's benefits without eliminating food entirely.

Glycogen

Reserve form of glucose stored in the liver and muscles; it is depleted in the first hours of fasting.

Adaptive thermogenesis

Adaptive thermogenesis is the body's adjustment of energy expenditure in response to changes in calorie intake, helping regulate temperature and weight.

Ashwagandha

Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is an adaptogenic plant used in Ayurvedic medicine to reduce stress, balance hormones, and support energy.

Adiposity

Adiposity refers to the amount of body fat stored in adipose tissue, and excess adiposity is commonly associated with higher risks of metabolic disease.

Gluconeogenesis

Gluconeogenesis is the process by which the liver makes glucose from non-carbohydrate sources, such as fat and protein, especially during fasting.

Thermogenic effect

The thermogenic effect refers to the extra calories your body burns digesting, absorbing, and processing food after a meal, which varies by nutrient type.

Ozempic

Ozempic is an injectable medicine based on semaglutide, mainly used to treat type 2 diabetes and, more recently, to control body weight in certain cases.

Use of glycogen

Glycogen utilization is the process by which the body taps stored carbohydrate reserves in the liver and muscles for quick energy during fasting.

Hypertension

Hypertension is a condition characterized by a constant increase in blood pressure in the arteries above normal values, affecting the heart…

Lipid Metabolism

Lipid metabolism is the set of processes through which the body breaks down, transports, and uses fats for energy, active especially during fasting.

Mounjaro

Mounjaro is an injectable medicine based on tirzepatide, approved for the treatment of type 2 diabetes, but also for weight loss in some versions (ex…

Intuitive nutrition

Intuitive nutrition is an eating approach based on recognizing the body's hunger and fullness cues rather than following strict rules or meal plans.

Caloric restriction

Caloric restriction is the deliberate, sustained reduction of calorie intake below typical needs, often pursued for its potential health benefits.

Phytonutrients

Phytonutrients are naturally occurring plant compounds offering antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits, commonly found in fruits and vegetables.

Jugular fasting

Jugular fasting is a specific fasting variation described as temporarily limiting venous blood flow, unlike approaches focused only on food timing.

Circadian rhythm

The circadian rhythm is the body's internal 24-hour clock that governs sleep, hormones, and metabolism, and can be influenced by when you eat.

Clean fasting

Clean fasting means consuming nothing but water, plain black coffee, or unsweetened tea, avoiding any calories, sweeteners, or flavoring additives.

Growth Hormone (GH)

(Growth hormone) Hormone essential for regeneration and maintenance of muscle mass; increases during fasting.

Insulin resistance

Insulin resistance occurs when cells stop responding efficiently to insulin, forcing the body to produce more of it to control blood sugar levels.

Grelin

Ghrelin is a hormone produced mainly in the stomach that stimulates appetite, with levels that typically rise before meals and during fasting periods.

Vitamin D

Vitamin D is a fat-soluble nutrient essential for bone strength, immune function, and mood regulation, often obtained through sunlight and certain foods.

Cortisol

Cortisol is a stress hormone that helps regulate blood sugar, metabolism, and inflammation, and its levels naturally fluctuate throughout a fasting period.

Diabetes

Diabetes is a chronic disease that affects the way the body processes glucose in the blood, leading to high blood sugar and metabolic imbalances.

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