How to Build a Flexible Metabolism for Better Health
Often, we find most people haven’t heard about metabolic flexibility or rather inflexibility! When this is the case, it means your body struggles to switch between burning carbs and fat for fuel, keeping you stuck in an energy rollercoaster and making it harder to maintain a healthy weight. What is Metabolic Flexibility? Metabolic flexibility is your body’s ability to adapt its fuel source based on what’s available—switching seamlessly between glucose (from carbs) and stored fat for energy. When your metabolism is flexible, you: Have steady, all-day energy Burn fat efficiently Maintain stable blood sugar levels Adapt easily to different eating patterns However, if you’re metabolically inflexible , you might experience: Blood sugar crashes and cravings Brain fog and energy dips Difficulty losing weight Increased risk of insulin resistance Your body should naturally shift between burning carbs and fat. If it can’t, it’s time to retrain your metabolism. Why Metabolic Flexibility is Esse...