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Metabolism 101 with Kyler Hijmans

Kyler Hijmans, DNP, FNP-BC | Vail Health Functional Medicine

Metabolism is the process by which your body converts the food you eat into energy that your cells can use. It is a fundamental process that powers all of your body’s functions, from brain activity to muscle movement, and there are easy steps you can take to improve your metabolic health.

When it comes to energy, mood, focus, hormone regulation, blood sugar management, and long-term disease prevention, metabolic health matters. The key concepts of metabolic health include glucose and insulin; mitochondrial function; metabolic flexibility; and muscle as a metabolic engine.


 

Here are five pillars of metabolic wellness that should be a priority.

1. Nutrition
2. Movement
3. Sleep
4. Stress management 
5. Gut health

From continuous glucose monitoring to body composition analysis, step tracking, and meal and symptom journaling, tools exist for metabolism tracking, and there are five daily habits that make a difference.

1. Walking more;
2. Strength training;
3. Focusing on protein;
4. Prioritizing sleep;
5. Managing stress regularly.

Metabolic health is essential for overall well-being, and daily choices have a profound impact with incremental progress and improvements leading to lasting change. 

Watch the full Masterclass >
 

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