In doing so, they produce insulin after eating, helping to reduce blood sugar
KEY TAKEAWAYS Protein is non-negotiable: 80-100g daily prevents muscle loss (every successful participant hit this target) Cold foods during weeks 6-8: 35-40% reduction in nausea compared to hot meals Small frequent meals: Every 3 hours prevents blood sugar crashes and manages appetite suppression Gallbladder protection: 30-50g healthy fats daily reduces gallstone risk by 40% Hydration schedule: 64-80oz water daily, sipped between meals (not with meals) Phase-based approach: What works in week 1 fails in week 7
Overall, irreparable damage to membranous organelles, spindle microtubules, cellular DNA, and the heat shock system itself leads to profound dysfunction of gametes and embryos and even apoptotic cell death, all of which adversely impact fertility (84, 85, 107, 109, 110, 152, 153)
With older age, CoQ10 levels decrease, so we can see why CoQ10 might be an important supplement in improving egg quality