You want high protein, high fiber, and nutrient-dense whole foods. While today there is much ado about increased protein across the food industry, Despain adds that other micronutrients shouldnt be overlooked for optimized health
Functional medicine views cortisol balance as foundational to physical and mental well-being, supporting optimal adrenal function
This timing allows peak medication levels to occur during waking hours when you can manage symptoms actively
Earlier initiation may be appropriate when significant comorbidities persist, but timing should be individualized based on surgical procedure type and metabolic status
Genomics 290 , 505511 (2015)
Ideally, quantification of secreted GLP-1 must be based on its concentration immediately at the site of its release in the intestine where it exerts a local effect to activate vagal sensory neurons within the intestinal wall so that vasovagal reflexes important to global metabolic homeostasis can be initiated 26,27
