Institute of Complementary Medicine/Metabolic Reset with Carolina Cartier, MSN, CNS

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Metabolic Reset with Carolina Cartier, MSN, CNS

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  • 44 Lessons

Contents

Section 1: Nutrition for Metabolic Health

Key Topics:

  • Understanding the basics of metabolism and its connection to food.

  • Macronutrients (protein, fats, carbs) and their impact on energy and metabolism.

  • Eliminating common metabolic disruptors.

  • Gut health’s role in metabolism (Promote Jacqui’s course).

Activities:

  • Food tracking to assess current eating patterns.

  • Building a balanced plate using meal templates.

  • Pantry detox checklist to reduce processed and inflammatory foods.

Macronutrients
Protein Needs
Differences Between Animal and Plant-Based Protein
Calorie Counting
Activities and Conclusion

Week 2: Insulin and Leptin Sensitivity

Key Topics:

  • The role of insulin in blood sugar regulation and fat storage.

  • How leptin affects hunger, fullness, and metabolism.

  • Signs of insulin and leptin resistance and how to address them.

  • Foods and lifestyle habits to improve insulin and leptin sensitivity.

  • Fasting and Fasting Mimicking Diets.

Activities:

  • Glycemic index and glycemic load worksheet.

  • Intermittent fasting basics (optional for participants).

  • Creating low-glycemic meal plans.

  • Self-audit: Identifying habits that contribute to insulin resistance.

Introduction to Insulin and Leptin Sensitivity
All About Insulin
All about Leptin
Visceral Adipose Tissue
Insulin and Leptin Resistance
The Metabolic Clock
Common Signs and Symptoms of Resistance
Approaches to Restore Hormone Sensitivity
Glycemic Index and Glycemic Load.mp4
Intermittent Fasting.mp4
Sample CGM Reports.mp4
The Metabolic Morning

Week 3: Movement and Body Composition

Key Topics:

  • Understanding body composition – DEXA Scans.

  • Strength training for muscle growth and improving metabolic rate.

  • Non-exercise activity thermogenesis (NEAT) and its importance.

  • How body composition impacts metabolic health.

Activities:

  • Movement challenge.

  • Beginner strength-training routine.

  • Weekly workout planning template.

  • Progress tracking: Body measurements or fitness milestones (optional)

Welcome to Movement and Body Comp
Why Body Comp
Body Composition Part 1
Body Composition Part 2
Bone Density
Movement Recommendations
Hydration
Closing Thoughts

Week 4: Sleep for Metabolic Health

Key Topics:

  • How sleep deprivation disrupts metabolism and hunger hormones.

  • The role of sleep in hormonal balance and recovery.

  • Sleep’s impact on glucose metabolism and fat storage.

  • Tips for improving sleep hygiene and creating a restful environment.

Activities:

  • Sleep tracking journal.

  • Evening wind-down routine checklist.

  • Guided sleep meditation (optional).

  • Identifying barriers to restful sleep.

Introduction to Sleep for Metabolic Health
Key Hormones Influenced by Sleep
Benefits and Drawbacks of Wearables.mp4
Meal Timing and Sleep
Nutrients for Sleep
What to Avoid

Week 5: Stress and Cortisol Management

Key Topics:

  • Cortisol’s impact on metabolism, fat storage, and blood sugar.

  • How chronic stress contributes to metabolic dysfunction.

  • Mind-body connection: Stress, inflammation, and cravings.

  • Effective stress-reduction techniques for long-term metabolic health.

Activities:

  • Daily mindfulness or breathing exercise challenge.

  • Stress self-assessment worksheet.

  • Creating a personalized stress management plan.

  • Reflection: Identifying personal stress triggers and solutions.

Introduction to Stress and Cortisol Management
Acute vs Chronic Stress
Stress Induced Inflammation and Aging
Stress Recovery
Conclusion to Stress and Cortisol Management.mp4

Week 6: Detoxification and Inflammation Management

Key Topics:

  • How the body naturally detoxifies (liver, kidneys, skin).

  • Common sources of inflammation (diet, environment, stress).

  • Nutrients and foods that support detoxification.

  • How chronic inflammation disrupts metabolic health.

Activities:

  • 3-day detox-supportive meal plan.

  • Anti-inflammatory food swap guide.

  • Personal care and household product audit to reduce toxin exposure.

  • Hydration challenge for supporting detox pathways.

Your Body's Detoxification Systems
Section 06 Detox and Inflammation Management.mp4

Week 7: Peptides and Body Recomposition

Key Topics:

  • Understanding healthy weight loss through metabolic balance.

  • Role of GLP-1 agonists (e.g., semaglutide) in appetite regulation and weight management.

  • Benefits, risks, and considerations of GLP-1 medications.

  • Lifestyle strategies to enhance weight loss without medications.

  • 4-week menu creation

Activities:

  • Caloric needs and macro calculations for sustainable weight loss.

  • Hunger and fullness scale tracking.

  • Meal planning for weight loss while maintaining energy and muscle mass.

  • Self-assessment: Exploring if GLP-1 agonists are appropriate.

Introduction Peptide Therapies
GLP-1 Foundation
Integration with Lifestyle Medicine
Emerging Favorites and Conclusion

Week 8: Sustaining Your Metabolic Reset

Key Topics:

  • Transitioning from a reset to a sustainable lifestyle.

  • The importance of metabolic flexibility and long-term habits.

  • Strategies for maintaining progress and preventing plateaus.

  • Monitoring and adapting over time to support ongoing health.

Activities:

  • Creating a personalized maintenance plan.

  • Reflection exercise: Lessons learned and progress achieved.

  • Goal-setting for long-term metabolic health.

  • Bonus resources (e.g., recommended apps, podcasts, books).

Sustaining your Metabolic Reset
Sustaining your Metabolic Reset Conclusion