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You're Metabolically Balanced!

Congratulations! 🎉 You’re doing a fantastic job!

Based on your results, it looks like you're in a metabolically balanced state, which is fantastic. Your metabolism is supporting your energy, cravings, and weight management in a way that allows you to feel good and maintain a healthy balance.

Let’s take a closer look at what this means for you and how you can continue to optimize your metabolism for even better results.

 

 

Your metabolism is functioning optimally, and you're able to maintain your energy levels and weight without much effort. You likely already have some solid routines in place, and with a few small tweaks, you can take your health to the next level.

 

What This Means for You

 

Steady Energy: You probably feel energized throughout the day without major crashes or relying heavily on caffeine.

Stable Weight: Your weight stays relatively consistent, and you’re not constantly battling to maintain it.

Cravings Under Control: You’re less likely to experience strong cravings, especially for sugar or processed foods, making healthy choices easier.

Good Sleep & Stress Management: You likely sleep well and manage stress effectively—two key pillars of a healthy metabolism.

 What You Can Do Next

 

Continue Eating Real Foods: Stick with whole, nutrient-dense meals—think colorful veggies, lean proteins, healthy fats, and whole grains.

Incorporate New Flavors and Foods: Try one new recipe or ingredient each week to keep meals exciting and nutrient-diverse.

Stay Active: Move in ways you enjoy—whether it's strength training, walking, dancing, or yoga—just keep it consistent.

Prioritize Self-Care: Protect your mental and emotional health with restorative sleep, mindfulness, and activities that bring you joy.

Monitor Your Progress: Check in with how you’re feeling—energy, cravings, and mood offer helpful insight into what’s working.

Celebrate Your Wins: You’ve built a strong foundation—lean into what’s working and fine-tune as needed. Your body and mind will thank you! 

Next Steps

 

Health is an ongoing journey. Stay proactive by setting fresh goals, continuing to learn, and growing into the best version of yourself.

Here’s how to continue your journey:

👉 Follow Me On Instagram (@christinadenniswellness) — for daily tips, inspiration, and resources to to support your health journey.
👉 Visit My Website for More Resources — explore helpful blog posts, downloadable meal plans, and other resources to guide you toward balanced energy, hormones, and metabolism.

Keep up the amazing work—you’re not only supporting your own well-being, but also setting a powerful example for those around you.

If you need additional support, guidance, or have questions on interpreting or obtaining the lab markers listed below please contact me by clicking the button below. 

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WANT TO DIVE DEEPER INTO YOUR METABOLIC HEALTH?

 

If you're ready to go beyond the quiz and get a clearer picture of your metabolic health, this is a great place to start.

Here are 6 key lab markers and vital signs to gather from your most recent annual physical (or request at your next visit) to see if you're truly on track for optimal metabolic function. ⬇️

HIGH-DENSITY LIPOPROTEIN (HDL) CHOLESTEROL 

This is how well you clear cholesterol from your bloodstream. 

 HDL Cholesterol Ranges:

  • “Normal” by standard criteria: >40 mg/dL for men and >50 mg/dL for women

  • Optimal range: Sweet spot for lowest risk appears to be about 50-90 mg/dL.

Why it matters: A higher HDL level indicates better cholesterol management and can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, supporting better metabolism and energy regulation. 

 HDL is often called the “good” cholesterol because it helps clear cholesterol out of your blood vessels, sending it back to the liver for processing and elimination. 

 

FASTING GLUCOSE

Measures your blood sugar levels without the influence of a recent meal and should be tested after fasting for at least 8 hours.

 

 Fasting Glucose Ranges:

  • “Normal” by standard criteria: <100 mg/dL

  • Optimal range: 70 – 85 mg/dL

 

Why it matters: Keeping fasting glucose in this range supports blood sugar stability and reduces the likelihood of energy crashes, helping you stay energized throughout the day. 

 

A high fasting glucose level is a sign of insulin resistance.  

 

 

 

HEMOGLOBIN A1C (HbA1c)

Measures your blood sugar levels over the last 2-3 months. 

 
HbA1c Ranges:

  • “Normal” by standard criteria: <5.7%

  • Optimal range: 5.0 – 5.4%

 

Why it matters: A healthy HbA1c level is key for maintaining steady energy levels, controlling cravings, and supporting healthy weight management. Higher levels can be a sign of insulin resistance or pre-diabetes. 

 

It gives a bigger picture of blood sugar health than a single glucose test, making it a valuable tool for tracking progress and the impact of diet and lifestyle changes on blood sugar stability.

TRIGLYCERIDES

Determines whether you're overwhelming your cells with glucose. 

 

 Triglyceride Ranges:

  • “Normal” by standard criteria: <150 mg/dL

  • Optimal range: <80 mg/dL

 

Why it matters: Lower triglyceride levels support better fat metabolism, improved cardiovascular health, and stable energy levels throughout the day.

 

When you consume more sugar and carbs than your liver can process, the excess is converted into triglycerides and sent into the bloodstream for storage. High triglycerides signal that your cells can’t keep up with the incoming glucose. 

 

 

 

BLOOD PRESSURE

Insulin resistance may be causing your vessels not to dilate well and make your heart have to work harder to pump blood through your body. 

  
Blood Pressure Ranges:

  • “Normal” by standard criteria: <120 systolic and <80 diastolic (ie: <120/80 mmHg)

  • Optimal range: same as “normal”

 

Why it matters: Healthy blood pressure is crucial for efficient nutrient delivery and waste removal in the body, contributing to overall energy and wellness.

 High blood pressure is a leading contributor to death and disability, and closely linked to insulin resistance. Insulin resistance often prevents blood vessels from dilating properly, increasing blood pressure and straining the cardiovascular system.

WAIST CIRCUMFERENCE

How much inflammatory fat is stored around your abdomen. 

  
Waist Circumference Ranges:

  • “Normal” by standard criteria: <102 cm (40 inches) for men and <88 cm (35 inches) for women.

  • Optimal range: <90-94 cm (35-37 inches) for men and <80 (31.5 inches) in women, dependent upon ethnicity. 

 

Why it matters: Lower abdominal fat supports better metabolic function, reduces inflammation, and is associated with improved energy and weight management.

Waist circumference is an important marker of fat around your abdominal organs and is a useful indicator of visceral fat, which contributes to a larger waistline. Higher levels of visceral fat are closely linked to metabolic dysfunction.

Want to Dig Deeper Into Your Labs?

You’re doing a lot right — and that’s worth celebrating! But even when you're feeling good, labs can reveal subtle imbalances before they show up as symptoms.

If you're curious what your numbers are really saying, I offer personalized, expert insights as part of my 1:1 Functional Nutrition Coaching packages.

This is where we move beyond “just okay” and into optimal.
Because you deserve to thrive — with real energy, balance, and resilience.

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