Hormones are essential to the overall health and functioning of both men and women. Imbalances can profoundly disrupt well-being, contributing to fatigue, weight gain, and an increased risk of several conditions like osteoporosis and heart disease. This article explains the importance of hormone balance, identifies signs and symptoms of hormone imbalance, reveals evidence-based strategies to […]
Each year, roughly 1.3 million women in the United States enter menopause [1]. Hormonal changes around this time can contribute to psychological and vasomotor symptoms (like hot flashes and night sweats) that can affect quality of life. Certain supplements may offer relief by reducing the side effects of these hormone-related changes. But which supplements can […]
Heart health has been a popular research and headline topic for decades. Some might say that heart disease research is what put modern nutrition research on the map. Landmark studies, like the Framingham Heart Study and Ancel Keys’ Seven Countries Study, started in the mid-1900s and put the focus on lifestyle behaviors that contribute to, […]
Metabolism—you have likely heard the term countless times in reference to weight management. A quick Google search will reveal a long list of foods, supplements, and workouts intended to “boost” metabolism in the name of weight loss. But an optimal metabolism is not simply helpful for staying trim. It impacts nearly every facet of our […]
Improving your health requires motivation to start, consistency to follow through, and accountability to stay on track. And that accountability piece is key to making health changes sustainable. That’s why when you become an InsideTracker customer, you also get an accountability partner. InsideTracker’s mobile app and community are designed to support you in achieving your […]
Calculating VO2max—the gold standard for measuring cardiorespiratory fitness—has been popular amongst endurance athletes seeking to improve their athletic performance. But growing research shows VO2max is important for everyone to monitor—marathon runners and weekend warriors alike. VO2max is a strong predictor of many health outcomes and healthspan—the duration of life spent in good health without chronic […]