Ep #74: Why Is Blood Sugar Something Everyone Needs to Consider?

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Blood sugar: you're always hearing about it, right? But if you're not diabetic, should you even be concerned about your blood sugar at all?  The answer is a resounding YES! 

In this episode, our own Sydney Flippo, RDN - our in-house expert on Diabetes - discusses the importance of managing blood sugar levels, even for individuals without diabetes. Blood sugar, or glucose, affects everyone's health and can lead to poor energy and focus in the short term, as well as the development of serious health conditions in the long term. Sydney will explain the factors that affect blood sugar levels, how dysregulated blood sugar can lead to cellular dysfunction, fatigue, brain fog, cravings, and skin issues, as well as how it can affect weight management, hormonal function, and mental health. 

The highlights of this episode: 

1. Why Should I Worry About My Blood Sugar?

2. Understanding Blood Sugar and Glucose

3. Factors Affecting Blood Sugar Levels

4. Impact of Lifestyle Factors on Blood Sugar

5. Positive Effects of Exercise on Blood Sugar

6. Dysregulated Glucose and Cellular Dysfunction

7. Effects of Blood Sugar on Daily Experience

8. Blood Sugar and Weight Management

9. Blood Sugar and Hormonal Dysfunction

10. Blood Sugar and Mental Health

11. The Risks of Following Internet Recommendations

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Isabel Smith, MS, RD, CDN