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Ep 97: Cracking the Metabolic Code: Blood Sugar, Inflammation, Rehabilitation, and Performance

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Explore the intersection of functional medicine and performance optimization in this episode with James “Jim” LaValle. Among other things, Jim is the Academic Co-chair of A4M, Chief Science Officer for LifeTime Fitness, creator of the “Metabolic Code” system, consultant to numerous professional sports teams, and author of more than 20 books. He shares clear insights connecting health with injury rehabilitation, recovery, and performance. From understanding blood sugar regulation to leveraging peptides and supplements, you’ll walk away with powerful tools to transform your health. We cover:

  • How insulin resistance is the #1 driver of aging and cardiovascular disease, and why it matters even for elite athletes, too (not just diabetics)

  • The bi-directional relationship between inflammation and blood sugar

  • How to optimize your nutrition/supplementation for injury recovery, longevity, and performance

  • The role of recovery in athletic success—and why it’s often overlooked

  • Practical applications of peptides for healing and repair

Whether you’re seeking to recover faster, train smarter, or simply live better – or help your patients do the same – this episode is your guide to cracking the metabolic code. Enjoy these clear and powerful insights!

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Explore the intersection of functional medicine and performance optimization in this episode with James “Jim” LaValle. Among other things, Jim is the Academic Co-chair of A4M, Chief Science Officer for LifeTime Fitness, creator of the “Metabolic Code” system, consultant to numerous professional sports teams, and author of more than 20 books. He shares clear insights connecting health with injury rehabilitation, recovery, and performance. From understanding blood sugar regulation to leveraging peptides and supplements, you’ll walk away with powerful tools to transform your health. We cover:

  • How insulin resistance is the #1 driver of aging and cardiovascular disease, and why it matters even for elite athletes, too (not just diabetics)

  • The bi-directional relationship between inflammation and blood sugar

  • How to optimize your nutrition/supplementation for injury recovery, longevity, and performance

  • The role of recovery in athletic success—and why it’s often overlooked

  • Practical applications of peptides for healing and repair

Whether you’re seeking to recover faster, train smarter, or simply live better – or help your patients do the same – this episode is your guide to cracking the metabolic code. Enjoy these clear and powerful insights!

  continue reading

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