What it is Uric acid is a natural compound produced in the body when purines, found in our cells and in foods such as red meat, liver, and seafood (lobster, sardines, shrimp), break down. But uric acid has many functions, from tissue healing to inflammatory response. At normal concentrations, uric acid can act as an antioxidant in the blood. And as a waste product, uric acid dissolves in the blood, travels to the kidneys, and leaves the body through urine. Levels can also va

As of 29th July 2026: We discussed Retatrutide a couple of months ago. Eli Lilly’s latest statement regarding its trials for the drug Retatrutide claims positive results from its Phase 3 data for those with type 2 diabetes. Overall, Lilly expects additional Phase 3 data in 2026 across the TRIUMPH program (covering obesity, diabetes, liver disease, chronic low back pain, and maintenance dosing). As of now: Released (Peer-reviewed and published) June 2023: Phase 2 A trial for o

What it is: Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis (NEAT) is the energy your body uses outside of structured exercise, eating, sleeping, and your resting metabolic rate (RMR). It includes fidgeting, carrying bags, climbing stairs, pacing during calls, and other unplanned movement throughout the day. NEAT can vary by as much as 2,000 kcal per day between people of similar size, largely due to lifestyle and occupation. This means two people with identical workout routines can stil

To gain a clear understanding of your current inflammatory responses, we use a combination of cardiovascular risk markers and nutritional lipid markers that are indirectly related to inflammation. Inflammatory markers are measurable signals that indicate how well the body’s immune and repair systems are functioning. As part of the Apeiron Life assessment, these markers are analyzed through a blood draw to identify systemic inflammation, cardiovascular risk, oxidative stress,