Must-read books about metabolic health

A curated list of Levels’ favorite reads about how insulin, glucose and our modern diet affect our bodies and our world—and what we can do about it.

Studies show high blood sugar increases COVID risk

Four recent papers present convincing evidence that elevated glucose—even without a diabetes diagnosis—can be dangerous for COVID patients.

Inflammation and glucose levels: How high blood sugar can turn a good system bad

Inflammation helps heal your body, but chronic inflammation can cause serious damage. Here’s how a healthy lifestyle—including a low-sugar diet—can help keep it in check.

Continuous glucose monitoring and long-distance running

Avoiding heart attacks: a bittersweet tale

A Cardiologist describes the relationship between glucose and heart attacks, and why tracking glucose early is helpful in preventing disease.

Taking steroids? Expect glucose turbulence

A discussion of the different ways that steroid medications can cause high glucose levels and erratic readings on your continuous glucose monitor (CGM).