In this episode of Fat Science, Dr. Emily Cooper, Andrea Taylor and Mark Wright reveal how metabolic lab tests are crucial in diagnosing, understanding and treating metabolic dysfunction.

Key Takeaways:

• Metabolic Functions:
  Understanding blood markers like glucose, insulin, and cholesterol offers in-depth knowledge about overall health.
• Metabolic Syndrome:
  Defined by issues like pre-diabetes, high blood pressure, and cholesterol problems, increasing the risk of severe health events.
• Lab Testing:
  Routine testing every 3-4 months for monitoring and adjusting treatments. Dr. Cooper also reveals which labs are key to diagnosing metabolic dysfunction.
• Comprehensive Assessment:
  Insights into advanced tests for detailed metabolic evaluation.
• Genetic Awareness:
  Highlighting the role of genetics in health risks and the importance of preventive measures.

Personal Stories & Practical Advice:

• Andrea shares her journey and health improvements through dedicated metabolic management.
• Mark discusses the transformative impact of metabolic treatment, how it sometimes takes years to improve metabolic markers and the importance of consistency when taking metabolic meds.

Resources:

• Connect with Dr. Emily Cooper on LinkedIn.
• Connect with Mark Wright on LinkedIn.
• Connect with Andrea Taylor on Instagram.

Fat Science is a podcast on a mission to explain where our fat really comes from and why it won’t go and stay away. We are committed to creating a world where people are empowered with accurate information about metabolism and recognize that fat isn’t a failure. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice.

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Fat Science is supported by the non-profit Diabesity Institute which is on a mission to increase access to effective, science-based medical care for those suffering from or at risk for diabesity. https://diabesityresearchfoundation.org/