How To Balance Blood Sugar & Benefits of Doing So
Insulin & Glucose
Insulin is a hormone that helps move glucose (a.k.a. blood sugar) from your bloodstream into your cells. Glucose comes from the foods you eat and drink. It is your body's main source of energy.
Insulin plays a key role in keeping glucose at the right levels. If glucose levels are too high or too low, it can cause serious health problems.
Insulin levels are key to our total health and it is the most important factor to pay attention to in how we eat. Making sure you’re getting proper macronutrients and the order in which you eat the food on your plate can reduce your glucose spike by 75%. Building your breakfast around protein, for instance, ensures you will have fewer cravings and energy crashes throughout your day, in addition to drastically lowering blood sugar.
Being on a glucose roller coaster can cause:
Stress - blood sugar and adrenals are closely tied, so when blood sugar drops, stress hormones spike
Damage to nervous system
Headaches
Fatigue
Anxiety
Cravings
Bloating
Acne
Hormone imbalances
Brain fog
Inflammation
How to balance blood sugar
Eat Plant-Rich Meals High in Fiber
Eat Veggies First, Protein & Healthy Fats Second, Carbs Last
Get 7-8 Hours of Sleep Per Night
Hydrate
Eat a Savory Breakfast
Exercise
Manage Stress
Properly Time Meals
benefits of balanced blood sugar
More Energy
Fewer Cravings
Stable Mood
Reduced Inflammation
Balanced Hormones
Optimal Brain Health
Better Metabolism
Clear Skin
