The Building Blocks
This macronutrient provides the most calories per gram
What is fat
This mineral is essential for strong bones and teeth
What is calcium
The term used to describe the effect of GLP-1s in the gut related to motility that help you feel fuller.
Delayed gastric emptying
This type of exercise includes walking, running, and swimming
What is cardio
This vegetable is technically a fruit and contains lycopene, a powerful antioxidant
What is a tomato
Feeling tired? What macronutrient is a main source of energy, and can be found in grains and vegetables
What are carbohydrates?
This vitamin, known as the "sunshine vitamin"", helps the body absorb calcium
What is vitamin D
The name of the pathway in the brain that GLP-1s affect to control appetite by reducing the value of food.
What is the reward pathway
Yoga is an example of this type of exercise that helps improve flexibility and relaxation.
What is stretching or flexiblity exercise
This fruit (thought to be a vegetable) comes in green, red, orange, and yellow has more Vitamin C per gram than an orange.
What is bell pepper
You should consume this macronutrient within 30 minutes of working out to maximize it's benefits.
What is protein
The mineral, found in leafy greens and red meats, it is absorbed best with Vitamin C.
What is iron
The hormone that GLP-1s stimulate the release of.
What is insulin
Weight lifting falls under this type of exercise which can help improve metabolism.
What is strength or resistance training
Dark chocolate contains flavonoids, which can benefit this body system.
What is the cardiovascular system
Carbohydrates are stored in the muscle and liver as this substance, which provides energy during physical activity
What is glycogen
An antioxidant-rich vitamin that helps support skin and immune health.
What is Vitamin C
The percent of cardiovascular events, including heart attacks, prevented by Wegovy.
What is 20%
What is HIIT - high intensity interval training
If you lose inches but not pounds (weight), this has changed.
What is body composition (or decrease in fat mass, or more muscle mass)
Name the macronutrient that is key for hormone production and vitamin absorption.
This vitamin is important for brain health, found mostly in animal products, and should be supplemented with long term metformin use.
What is Vitamin B12
The percent amount that GLP-1s prevent the transition to type 2 diabetes in people with pre-diabetes, and having obesity and overweight.
What is 94%
The CDC recommends adults engage in how many minutes of moderate intensity exercise per week.
What is 150 minutes
Skipping this important activity may lead to being "hangry", consuming larger portions early in the day, and getting a lecture from Casey :)
What is skipping from meals/breakfast?