Blood sugar regulation isn't just for a select few; it's a universal key to health, vitality, and the enjoyment of life. As humans thriving in our beautifully complex world, our goal is to be realistic, and not restrict ourselves.
Today, we’re revisiting conversations with previous guests who've shared invaluable tools on how to maintain this crucial balance, helping us lead a healthier, more energetic life. The concept is simple, but the effects are profound; it all comes down to managing your blood sugar levels.
Whether it's quinoa or cake, the breakdown of any carbohydrate we consume produces glucose – our primary energy source. The trick is to balance our blood sugar levels, not too high and not too low, to avoid those insulin spikes and crashes. This balance allows for consistent energy and effective fat burn throughout the day.
But how do we achieve this balance? It's not about eating less or skipping meals. Rather, it's about focusing on the "#fab4" in each meal – fat, protein, fiber, and greens. This approach helps to naturally stabilize our blood sugar, offering us the gift of vitality and wellbeing.
On this roundtable journey, we draw insights from previous episodes featuring brilliant minds like:
- Dr. Casey Means: Level Up your Metabolic Health #103
- Dr. Ben Bikman: How to Fight Chronic Illness at its Source #83
- Dr. Mariza Snyder: Eating to Support Your Hormones and Blood Sugar #195
- Dr. Lauren Kelley-Chew: How to use a CGM to Master your Metabolic Health #217
- Jessie Inchauspe: Balance Your Blood Sugar, Feel Your Best #144 and Join the Glucose Revolution & Hack Your Blood Sugar #176
