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Feb 2024
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Episode 147: Effects of Insulin Resistan...

Leah Brueggemann
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Craving stable energy, clear thinking, and weight loss that lasts? Ditch the fads and join me as we crack the code on metabolic health with Emily Johnson of Veri. This episode is your cheat sheet to mastering blood sugar balance, understanding continuous glucose monitors, and how to fuel your body with personalized food, fitness, and sleep hacks!


Emily Johnson, MS, RD, is a registered dietitian with a Master's degree in nutrition interventions, communication, and behavior change from Tufts University. Her background includes clinical nutrition research, health writing, advising, and consulting within the tech sector. At Veri, she is the Research Lead, serving as the health and nutrition expert for the team. In this role, she ensures that Veri's app features, marketing materials, and publications are backed by rigorous scientific research.


In this episode, you'll learn more about:

  • Ditching yo-yo dieting to find sustainable health
  • How Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) can help you identify & address insulin resistance
  • Why blood sugar balance is key to better health


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