A concussion isn’t just a bump on the head—it’s a sudden metabolic crash inside your brain. When glucose can’t deliver the energy your brain needs, ketones step in as a clean, efficient backup fuel. In this post, we’ll explain what actually happens inside your head after a concussion, why symptoms linger, and how the right diet and fuel can help your brain heal faster and stronger.

Plasmalogens are special fats that protect your cells, improve insulin sensitivity, and boost energy. Learn how these “forgotten fats” help your metabolism work better — and how to support them through your diet and lifestyle.

The glycocalyx is your body’s hidden shield — protecting blood flow, reducing inflammation, and supporting strong metabolic health.

Learn how the pancreas controls both blood sugar and digestion. Dr. Ben Bikman explains its dual roles in metabolism and digestive health.

Discover how the autonomic nervous system controls heart rate, digestion, and blood sugar. Learn how stress and relaxation shape your metabolic health.

Are honey and maple syrup healthier than sugar? Learn how these natural sweeteners may support better metabolism and heart health.

In this lecture of The Metabolic Classroom, Dr. Benjamin Bikman explores an important question: Are statins really helping women’s hearts, or could they be making things worse?

For years, people believed that carbs were essential for muscle growth. But new research shows that you can preserve and build muscle on a ketogenic diet—without relying on insulin spikes from carbohydrates.