#056 On Today’s episode, Amy talks about what the science says about eating for skin health, how she tracks her metabolic health, what workouts she does to keep her skin looking its best and her favorite resources on the topic of overall metabolic health and how that translates to the health of our skin.
Key Takeaways:
- Higher glucose levels may accelerate skin aging by affecting collagen.
- Low glycemic index foods and healthy fats can improve skin health.
- Resistance training can rejuvenate skin by reducing inflammation and supporting dermal structure.
- Post-meal walks and consuming fiber before meals can help mitigate glucose spikes.
- Understanding personal glucose response can help tailor diet and lifestyle choices for better skin and overall health.
LINKS MENTIONED:
Levels CGM: https://levels.link/r/LVLS-ZBGBQDSR
Walking pad: https://a.co/d/2z6AsUU
RESOURCES:
Glucose Goddess by Jessie Inchauspe https://a.co/d/48z8qqt
Real Food For Fertility by Lily Nichols : https://a.co/d/0ESuBhl
Good Energy by Dr. Casey Means: https://a.co/d/9UBIPwe
RECIPES:
Skin-friendly Smoothie: https://www.instagram.com/p/C_YS2lGOqMS/?locale=en_US%2Cen_GB%2Cen_US%2Cen_GB&img_index=1
Skin-friendly Dessert: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CjrIlf6JKnD/?igsh=bGwzYTd4aHJ1bDZo
WORKOUTS:
Evlo Fitness
Madeline Moves
STUDIES:
Blood Sugar and Skin Aging
Nutrition and aging skin: sugar and glycation. Clin Dermatol. 2010 Jul-Aug;28(4):409-11. doi: 10.1016/j.clindermatol.2010.03.018. PMID: 20620757.
Research Advances on the Damage Mechanism of Skin Glycation and Related Inhibitors. Nutrients. 2022 Nov 1;14(21):4588. doi: 10.3390/nu14214588. PMID: 36364850; PMCID: PMC9655929.
Resistance training rejuvenates aging skin by reducing circulating inflammatory factors and enhancing dermal extracellular matrices. Sci Rep. 2023 Jun 23;13(1):10214. doi: 10.1038/s41598-023-37207-9. PMID: 37353523; PMCID: PMC10290068.
Timestamp | Summary
0:00 | Diet and Exercise Impact on Skin Health and Aging
4:35 | Using a CGM to Prevent Future Diabetes Risk
6:21 | Surprising Effects of Food and Habits on Blood Sugar Levels
14:01 | Managing Blood Sugar Through Food Choices and Awareness
15:18 | Improving Glucose Levels Through Muscle Mass and Skincare Tips
16:39 | Effective Muscle Building Through Structured Training Programs
18:33 | Balancing Glucose Levels for Health and Longevity
22:04 | Exploring the Use of Dexcom Seven for Glucose Monitoring
23:56 | Managing Glucose Levels by Choosing Low Glycemic Foods
25:35 | The Benefits and Controversies of Using CGM for Health
29:07 | Engage and Win: Share Podcast Feedback for a Goodie Box
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Information
- Show
- FrequencyUpdated Weekly
- PublishedOctober 8, 2024 at 10:00 AM UTC
- Length30 min
- RatingClean