hormones

Leptin Function

Leptin Function and the Paradox of Fat Loss

Before discussing how to maintain proper leptin function, let’s answer the following question: what exactly is leptin? What is Leptin? Leptin is an incredibly important hormone that effects many different functions within the body.  It is produced by your adipocytes or fat cells and sends signals to the hypothalamus in the brain when you are …

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Intermittent Fasting- 11 Benefits

What is intermittent fasting? Intermittent fasting is the practice of abstaining from eating for a set period of time.  When the fasting period is over you resume eating. You cycle from fasting and then feasting, fasting and then feasting, etc.   There are different forms of intermittent fasting.  Some people like to have a whole day …

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