Nutrition Archives — Lumen Blog

— Nutrition Achieving a Metabolically Healthy New Year

November 23, 2023 25K views

Setting healthy New Year's resolutions that are both motivating and attainable is crucial for lasting success. Here's how to prioritize your health to achieve your goals....

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— Nutrition Intermittent fasting re-examined: Can you fast too much?

July 05, 2021 40K views

The Lumen data team explores why you may be over-fasting according to 1 million metabolism measurements....

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— Nutrition What are Macros? The Building Blocks of Your Diet

November 13, 2019 97K views

What are macros and what do they do? In every diet and for every weight loss goal there…...

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— Nutrition Is the 16:8 Intermittent Fasting Window Right For You?

February 18, 2024 2K views

Choosing the right fasting schedule can be challenging due to the variety available. In this article, we’ll explore the 16:8 approach and use evidence-based insights, including findings from Lumen, in getting the perspective on IF, its potential benefits, and the significance of personalization....

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— Nutrition Personalized Nutrition: A Guide to a Healthy Diet Plan How to Use It to Your Advantage

December 12, 2023 2K views

Scientists have dug deep into this concept of personalized nutrition, and current findings about its efficacy are very promising....

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— Nutrition The Ultimate Guide on How to Eat for Your Metabolism

March 24, 2024 17K views

One of the best things you can do for your long-term health is to focus on your nutrition. Here’s how to set the groundwork to achieve your health, and weight loss goals, plus preempt health risks....

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— Nutrition Intermittent Fasting for Metabolic Health

November 03, 2023 3K views

Fasting is considered to be successful when the metabolism adapts to a carb-depleted state, and starts to burn fat. Here's how to do it....

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— Nutrition How To Make the Mediterranean Diet More Metabolically Healthy For You

April 03, 2023 4K views

While there are lots of trendy diets out there, there is one that has stood the test of time and research-backed to help improve your metabolism - the Mediterranean diet....

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— Nutrition Eating Out The Healthy Way A Guide For Metabolic Health

March 30, 2023 6K views

Eating out can be a delightful experience but it might come with some challenges. Here are some healthy eating tips to navigate when you're out...

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— Nutrition Trying Out a Low Carb Diet Plan? How to Stick to it For The Long-Run

April 11, 2023 11K views

This move to healthier eating habits may help regulate blood sugar levels, promote weight loss, and help pave the way to a healthier, more vibrant lifestyle....

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— Nutrition 7 Metabolic Benefits From A Vegetarian Diet You Might Not Know

April 17, 2023 6K views

Look into the benefits of a plant-based diet tailored to your body and metabolism...

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— Nutrition Intermittent Fasting for Women

May 01, 2023 8K views

Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned faster, women have distinctive hormonal and metabolic variations that might pose unique health challenges when trying to lose weight....

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— Nutrition Hormone Balancing Diet: Nutrition for Your Menstrual Cycle

June 01, 2023 4K views

Go shopping with renowned author of "Eat to Beat Your Diet",Dr. William Li. Dr. Li shares valuable insights, uncovering how certain foods can enhance metabolism during various phases of the menstrual cycle....

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— Nutrition Carb Cycling vs Keto: Which One Is Right For You?

October 04, 2023 8K views

Both have gained substantial attention for their potential in promoting weight loss. However, as with any diet, they have their respective benefits and challenges....

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— Nutrition Blue Zones Recipes: For Enhanced Longevity and Metabolic Health

July 17, 2023 8K views

Eat like a centenarian. Discover longevity-boosting Blue Zones recipes. From Dan Buettner's kitchen to yours, enjoy a variety of Blue Zone meals, including breakfast, dinner, and soup recipes....

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— Nutrition Carb Cycling for Women

October 11, 2023 2K views

Beyond the hormonal advantages, there are multiple reasons women might explore carb cycling for their health....

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— Nutrition Carb Cycling Meal Plan: Personalize Your Carbs

August 29, 2023 8K views

Understanding your carb needs are personal is key to achieving your health goals. This is where a tailored carb cycling meal plan can help....

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— Nutrition Caffeine and Metabolism

October 07, 2020 24K views

Caffeine and Metabolism For most of us, coffee or tea in the morning is a must. So much…...

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— Nutrition How to drink mindfully this summer according to Lumen nutritionist Ulrike Kuehl

July 06, 2021 14K views

How to drink mindfully this summer without overdoing the carbs according to our Lumen nutrionist....

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— Nutrition Boost Your Metabolism With Whole Foods

April 25, 2023 10K views

Here are 14 reasons why eating whole foods rich in essential nutrients enhances metabolic health, regulates blood sugar, and reduces the risk of diseases....

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— Nutrition Master Your Eating Times

January 26, 2023 21K views

Eating times can be hard when juggling other commitments and trying to figure out what to eat when losing weight. We share top tips on when to eat and what to eat around dinner breakfast lunch and pre-workout meals....

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— Nutrition Beat Your Weight Loss Plateau By Boosting Your Metabolism with a Macros Diet

March 16, 2023 18K views

Hitting a weight loss plateau is not the end of the road, and it merely means you need to take on a different approach, starting with understanding the vital role your metabolism has on your body and incorporating a macro diet....

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— Nutrition How To Personalize Your Intermittent Fasting Schedule

May 03, 2023 30K views

Explore how the different fasting schedules can be personalized to you, and learn how to incorporate them into your lifestyle for maximum benefits, including weight loss and improved health....

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— Nutrition How To Make Nutrition, Exercise, and Monthly Cycles Work In Sync

May 08, 2023 5K views

When we think of our menstrual cycle, our minds might jump to cramps, cravings, and low energy. But there's actually a lot more going on during the rest of the month too....

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— Nutrition What are Macros: Your Personalized Plate to Metabolic Health

June 19, 2023 7K views

Scientific research has transformed our understanding of weight management, shedding light on the profound role of macronutrients, also referred to as 'macros', in the journey of weight loss....

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— Nutrition Portion Size Guide A Beginner's Handbook to Perfecting Your Plate

June 22, 2023 2K views

Discover the art of portion control and learn how to determine perfect portion sizes for a balanced diet. Say goodbye to overeating!...

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— Nutrition New Year's Resolutions for Weight Loss

November 07, 2023 10K views

Achieve your New Year's weight loss resolution goals by getting to know your metabolism and gain a better understanding of the personalized nutrition you need to achieve your 2024 weight loss goals...

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— Nutrition Making Your Nutrition Last

March 24, 2020 14K views

Due to recent events, you might be spending a lot more time at home than usual. Maintaining a…...

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— Nutrition Healthy Eating Habits for Optimal Nutrition

February 19, 2023 18K views

Most of the time, a healthy lifestyle starts with our eating habits. And you guessed it, and nutrition is one of the best places to start. In this guide, we’ll share our best tips for developing healthy eating habits....

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— Nutrition A Whole Food Plant-Based Diet Based On Your Macros

April 09, 2023 5K views

Eating a whole food plant-based diet has numerous benefits for your metabolism, take a peak at what they are...

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— Nutrition Healthy Meal Prep: A Beginner’s Guide

June 02, 2023 17K views

Whether you're looking for healthy meal, want to lose weight, save money or save time, learn how you can benefit from meal planning and integrate long-term healthy habits...

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— Nutrition Nutrition for Longevity: How to eat and live for a longer, healthier life

July 24, 2023 5K views

Whether it's organizing your kitchen to promote healthier choices or embracing a slower, more intentional lifestyle to manage stress - we're taking longevity and healthy living notes from the blue zones...

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— Nutrition Navigating Your Health During the Holidays

November 16, 2023 2K views

Healthy festive recipes included! Lumen metabolic coaches help us prepare and navigate the holiday season with these tips...

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— Nutrition Dr. Will Cole: ‘Lumen helped me reach metabolic flexibility faster’

June 30, 2021 14K views

Dr. Will Cole is a leading functional medicine practitioner, IFMCP, DNM, DC, and best-selling author. He consults people around…...

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— Nutrition Intermittent Fasting with Lumen

January 13, 2023 20K views

Intermittent fasting has been in the spotlight and gained popularity over the past few years. In fact, Intermittent…...

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— Nutrition Carb Cycling for Weight Loss - A Beginner's Guide

March 01, 2023 37K views

Carb cycling is one of the most effective ways to vary your carb intake daily or strategically to burn fat, boost your metabolism, and reach your weight-loss goals....

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— Nutrition Get To Know Your Carbs: Complex Carbs Made Simple

April 27, 2023 7K views

Learn how to optimize your metabolism with the right carbs can help you burn more fat, lose weight, and endure physical activity better....